SCALE OPERATOR - Raw Materials Operations

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RAW MATERIALS OPERATIONS – SCALE OPERATOR – STEADY AFTERNOONS

POSITION: Scale Operator

LOCATION: Whitby, ON

VACANCIES: 1

DEPARTMENT: Whitby Shredder - Raw Materials Operations

ABOUT GERDAU:

Gerdau Long Steel North America is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the company serves diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes and fabricated steel to its customers throughout the U.S. and Canada.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Shredder Scale Operator is responsible for managing the flow of scrap delivery trucks, ensuring smooth traffic through effective communication with dispatch, operations, and yard personnel. Provides a positive first and last impression by greeting suppliers, drivers, and stakeholders enthusiastically. Handles accurate checking, verification, input, and record-keeping for both scrap metal receipts and processed material shipments, while developing improved tracking methods for the shredder process. Focused on minimizing Truck Residency Time (TRT) through planning and coordination. Demonstrates strong communication skills with a customer-first approach, proficiency in computer systems, and adaptability to learn new software. Accepts responsibility for challenging tasks, works comfortably with a unionized workforce, and supports cross-training as a yard inspector for coverage during vacancies.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Weigh all trucks entering the site while ensuring the driver follows proper procedures to allow for a radiation scan of the load. Coordinate with the Environmental department on radioactive loads of scrap material.
2. Weigh all outbound trucks and provide drivers with scale tickets.
3. Document all inbound and outbound deliveries using computer software.
4. Provide positive experience for all truck drivers as they go through the scale house process.
5. Resolve issues with contracts, sales documents, bills of lading, etc. by contacting the appropriate resources.
6. Answer scale house phone and provide professional, courteous information to callers.
7. Maintain radio contact with truck drivers as well as operational personnel.
8. Manage the work area by keeping all paperwork neatly filed as well as maintaining cleanliness of scale house and workstation(s) according to 5S standards.
9. Ability to interact and instruct others in the safe practices of scrap off-loading, inspection and storage.
10. Visually inspect scrap for grade and quality, ensure they match the ticket information.
11. Direct trucks to the proper unloading area, communicate with appropriate resources.
12. Regularly consult with the scrap buyers, suppliers, and operators regarding scrap quality.
13. Participates in routine meetings.
14. Create improvement plans related to the scale house process.
15. Enforce gate security practices.

WHAT YOU HAVE TO OFFER

• Ability to work steady afternoon shift, 2:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. Monday to Friday.
• Proficient in basic MS Office applications with strong computer literacy and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Demonstrates excellent multitasking skills, maintaining accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced environment with a positive attitude.
• Possesses outstanding telephone etiquette and professional communication skills.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively and build rapport with customers, carriers, and company drivers.
• Capable of identifying various materials and developing effective distribution plans for customers at the scale.

WHAT GERDAU OFFERS

SALARY:

• Expected Salary Range: $49,520 - $61,900*/year.
• This position is eligible for paid overtime.

BENEFITS, for you and your dependents:

• Tiered Benefit Plan (Medical & Dental).
• Health Care Spending Account, subject to level of benefit coverage selected.
• Voluntary Optional Life Insurances available.
• Lumino Virtual Health Care.
• Dario Health, a personalized plan to manage Diabetes, MSK conditions and obesity.
• Perkopolis Corporate Discounts.
• ComPsych Guidance Resources Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential counselling to employees and their families.

PENSION, we hire to retire you, so let’s plan for that!

• Company matched pension plan with Manulife – you choose your contributions, company contributions vary.

Other great perks include:

• This position is eligible for two (2) weeks of vacation to start!
• Scholarship programs for eligible dependents of regular, full-time employees.
• Tuition reimbursement, subject to case-by-case review.
• All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is supplied and maintained by Gerdau.
• Recognition programs.

* This represents the expected hiring range and is inclusive of total compensation. This may not represent the full pay range for the position. The salary offered maybe higher than the posted range depending on several factors such as relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

In Compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.  

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com