Scale Operator

Position Summary

The Galvanizing Scale Operator is responsible for accurately weighing, documenting, and verifying steel materials entering and leaving the galvanizing facility. This position ensures that material weights, customer information, job numbers, and production documentation are recorded correctly to support inventory accuracy, production tracking, and customer billing.

The Scale Operator works closely with Receiving, Shipping, Production, Quality Control, and Accounting to maintain accurate records and efficient material flow.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Scale Operations and Weight Verification Operate industrial scales to accurately weigh incoming and outgoing steel materials. Record gross, tare, and net weights as applicable. Verify material weights against receiving documents, work orders, and shipping paperwork. Ensure materials are weighed according to established procedures. Identify and report weight discrepancies, equipment malfunctions, and calibration concerns. Maintain accurate weighing records for each customer and job.
2. Documentation and Data Entry Enter material weights, customer information, job numbers, and related information into designated tracking systems. Prepare and maintain accurate weight tickets and production records. Verify documentation matches the correct customer and work order. Submit completed paperwork to the appropriate department and maintain organized records. Correct documentation errors through established procedures and assist with reconciling weight discrepancies.
3. Material Identification and Tracking Verify materials are properly identified before weighing. Confirm customer names, job numbers, and material descriptions. Associate incoming and outgoing materials with correct production orders and maintain traceability. Report missing identification tags or incorrect documentation and coordinate resolution with Receiving and Shipping.
4. Production and Shipping Coordination Communicate with production personnel regarding materials awaiting weighing. Coordinate with Material Handlers to position materials safely for weighing. Maintain efficient workflow between Receiving, Production, and Shipping. Notify supervisors of delays, discrepancies, or equipment issues. Weigh and document completed materials promptly to avoid shipping delays and support production reporting and customer billing.
5. Quality Control and Accuracy Maintain accurate material weights and job information; verify records before finalizing. Follow established quality control and document management procedures. Report discrepancies involving material identification, weight, or documentation. Support internal audits and inventory verification. Follow applicable procedures: 8.0 – Document and Data Control; 11.0 – Identification of Material; 11.1 – Material Receiving, Handling & Storage; 12.18 – Processing Manufacturing Router.
6. Safety and Housekeeping Follow all Madden Bolt safety policies and wear required PPE. Maintain awareness of forklifts, overhead cranes, trucks, and moving materials. Keep scale areas clean, organized, and free of obstructions. Ensure materials are safely positioned before weighing. Report unsafe conditions, accidents, and near misses. Operate material-handling equipment only when properly trained and authorized; participate in required safety training.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred. Basic computer and data-entry skills and ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. Ability to read work orders, weight tickets, and shipping documents. Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and teamwork. Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment; reliable attendance and punctuality.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience operating industrial scales or weighing equipment. Experience in manufacturing, galvanizing, shipping, receiving, or warehouse operations. Familiarity with inventory tracking, production documentation, and manufacturing systems. Knowledge of steel materials and galvanizing processes. Physical Requirements and Work Environment Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods; bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks.

Work in an industrial environment with exposure to noise, heat, moving equipment, and changing weather conditions. Move safely around production and material-handling areas and use required PPE. Performance Expectations Maintain accurate weight records and minimize weighing and data-entry errors. Ensure proper material identification and documentation.

Complete weighing activities promptly and communicate discrepancies. Support accurate production reporting and customer billing. Maintain an organized, safe work area and follow safety and quality procedures. Demonstrate reliability, teamwork, and accountability. Monday to Saturday 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM (some Sundays if needed)