Scale Clerk

Overview

REAL ALLOY is the market leader in third-party aluminum recycling and specification alloy production. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, we have 16 plants strategically located across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. We convert aluminum scrap and by-products into reusable aluminum metal for a growing number of applications across various industries. We are ideally positioned to respond to the needs of an increasingly recycling-conscious world. Advanced technologies enable us to process a large variety of scrap and dross and reduce the amount of residual waste from aluminum manufacturing that would otherwise end up as landfill.

Responsibilities

REAL ALLOY Scale Clerk

Join Our Team

We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Scale Clerk. This role is responsible for accurately processing inbound and outbound truck traffic, coordinating delivery schedules, maintaining records, and supporting safe site operations through radiation monitoring and compliance activities.

As the first point of contact for drivers and suppliers, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring efficient material flow, accurate inventory transactions, and excellent service to both internal and external customers.

What You'll Do

Scale Operations

• Weigh all incoming and outgoing trucks and accurately record transactions.
• Verify shipping documentation, bills of lading, and material descriptions.
• Conduct routine scale accuracy checks and maintain cleanliness of scale equipment.
• Process weight adjustments and reconcile supplier-reported weights with site records.

Logistics & Scheduling

• Schedule incoming deliveries and maintain vendor appointments using Oracle.
• Communicate regularly with suppliers to coordinate weekly delivery schedules.
• Prepare and distribute daily delivery schedules to the operations management team.
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing loads with Shipping and Receiving personnel.

Documentation & Data Entry

• Create and maintain accurate receiving and shipment records in Oracle.
• Assemble and distribute receiving documentation packages to internal stakeholders.
• Prepare inspection paperwork and sampling documentation for suppliers.
• Investigate and report weight discrepancies and documentation issues as required.

Safety & Compliance

• Monitor radiation detection systems for all incoming and outgoing loads.
• Escalate radiation alarms and support equipment calibration activities when required.
• Ensure drivers and visitors understand site health and safety requirements.
• Support compliance with company policies and environmental, health, and safety standards.

Inventory Support

• Assist with quarterly inventory counts and reconciliation activities.
• Support operational reporting and other administrative tasks as required.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Stable, growing industrial environment.
• Opportunity to work with an experienced operations team.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• A safety-focused workplace where your contributions make a direct impact on operational success.

If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment where accuracy, organization, and customer service are essential, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today!

Compensation: $50,000 - $60,000

Qualifications

Scale Clerk

What We're Looking For

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a scale house, shipping/receiving, logistics, manufacturing, recycling, metals, or industrial environment is considered an asset.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Oracle, is an asset.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to accurately enter and manage data in a fast-paced environment.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with multiple departments.
• Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing operational demands.

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.

Equal Opportunity

REAL ALLOY is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity in the workplace. Qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Our HR teams will reach out to the applicants who met the qualifications and most closely aligned with requirements of the positions.