Location: Galesburg,IL, USA
**10095BR**
**PRS Facility Location:**
Galesburg, IL Recycling - 266
**Job Purpose:**
Scale operator will perform various functions that include but are not limited to receiving and weighing incoming metals and materials, processing paperwork, inspecting received materials, working with customer. This position will also perform routine clerical and administrative function.
**Req ID:**
10095BR
**Company Description:**
Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!
As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.
Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .
**Education / Training:**
- High School Diploma or equivalent required;
- Continued education in the Business or Accounting field, a plus;
- Previous work-related experience, preferred.
**Job Title:**
Scale Master
**City:**
Galesburg
**Key Job Elements:**
- Scale operator/transaction entry for inbound and outbound material;
- Communicate with both customers and vendors;
- Order and manage office and safety supplies;
- Log all purchasing activities;
- Input purchase orders and receipts into COUPA;
- Monitor and document inbound railcars to minimize demurrage costs;
- Document all cars received at the facility and cars processed at the facility;
- Perform multiple monthly reporting functions;
- Perform and assist with monthly compliance activities;
- Perform facility payroll functions for hourly and tonnage compensated employees;
- Perform facility document classification and retention activities;
- Other job duties as assigned regarding the operations of the yard.
**Qualifications and Experience:**
- Previous experience in a business office environment;
- Basic excel knowledge preferred;
- Knowledge of A/R or cash application preferred;
- RECY accounting system knowledge, a plus;
- Proficient skills with Excel, Outlook, and Word;
- Customer Service oriented;
- Ability to multi-task, work independently and efficiently;
- Detail-oriented working with a sense of urgency.
- Strength - Able to lift up to 50 lbs;
- Motion - This position is primarily in an office setting requiring sitting at desk but may require going out into the yard;
- Vision/Hearing Requirements - Must be able to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness. The ability to see details at close range or at a distance. Will spend a majority of the time in front of computer screen;
- Work Environment- Will spend the majority of time in office environment, although exposed to facility requiring exposure to hot and cold environments along with noise exposure;
- Emotional Demands - Interpret data correctly. Make quick decisions. Work with and be patient with customers;
- Safety - Not a safety sensitive position but does require the use of PPE when in a production environment.
**EEO:**
Equal Opportunity Employer - Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities
**Benefits:**
+ Competitive Salary
+ 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
+ Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
+ Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
+ Flexible Spending Accounts
+ Paid Vacation
+ Paid Holidays
+ Paid Time-Off (PTO)
+ Employee Assistance Plan
+ Education Assistance Program
+ Employee Recognition Programs
+ Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
+ Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
+ Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
_*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits._
**Job Category:**
Production - Hourly
**Work Location Options:**
Galesburg, IL
**State::**
Illinois