Scale Operator

Elgin Recycling
Gilberts, IL

This is a full time position that will be responsible for the purchase of all public material at our Main Gilberts location. Hours are Monday- Friday from 6am to 3:30pm. You would be operating the scale for the public buy back customers on a day to day basis. Within this position you will be responsible for a wide array of duties including but not limited to:

· Providing daily customer service to all our customers at our facility

· Adhering to company policies in the area of safety, health, environment and community

· Maintain a safe work environment

· Maintain positive work relations

· Assist as needed in additional areas other than the scale

· Ensure we are purchasing all material appropriately and accurately for our customers

· Maintain a clean work station at all times

· Properly sort, break down, and load scrap metal according to specifications in a safe and productive manner

· Act as a team player with all other employees

· Ability to use a computer and learn our inventory system

· All other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

· Responsibilities primarily performed by standing / walking 100% of the time

· Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment up to 50 pounds

· Normal range of vision, depth perception and hearing is needed

· Ability to bend, stoop and reach above the shoulders is required

· The ability to work in both extreme heat and cold weather conditions is required

Benefits:

  • Pay $18 to $20/hr depending on experience
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance after 60 Days
  • Vacation and Sick PTO after 60 Days
  • Holiday Pay after 60 Days
  • 401K Retirement Account after 1 Year
  • Life Insurance after 1 Year
  • Employee Assistance Program for employees and immediate family
  • Shared Fitness Membership
  • Employee of the Year Award (Disney World)
Posted 2026-03-25

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