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Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America’s premier processors, buyers, sellers and recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry of North America. FPT is a wholly-owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opportunity for a Scale Clerk at the Inkster, MI location. The Scale Clerk is responsible for weighing all inbound and outbound vehicles, inspecting loose loads, directing them to proper unloading areas, and assisting in the details of purchases.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards as identified, and maintain cleanliness of the site.
- Accurately inspect all materials ensuring correct weights, materials description, and grade for all inbound and outbound loads.
- Determine the grade of the material, enter it into the inventory system, and direct to proper location.
- Operate & maintain mobile equipment including but not limited to forklifts, skid steers.
- Provide day-to-day training and guidance to develop our team to its fullest potential.
- Answer customer questions about materials, pricing and procedures.
- Maintain records as required.
- Research, compare, and evaluate local markets.
- Manage, arrange, and schedule pickups and deliveries with carriers.
- Assist with processing as needed, periodically operate & maintain equipment.
- Maintain scale house and keep grounds organized.
- Operate scale computer, applying correct material and inventory codes.
- Prepare proper paperwork for shipments.
- Communicate effectively with transportation, customers, management, and yard employees.
- Interacts with customers or drivers to direct or assist them.
- Insure quality of inbound and outbound materials.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
- Experience in scrap industry preferred.
- Computer experience with Microsoft Office preferred.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic math and data entry skills.
- Ability to establish priorities and manage multiple tasks at once.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Ability to follow oral and written communication.
- Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
- Work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
- Must be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather.
- Pre-Employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required.
Ferrous Processing and Trading is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. Cleveland-Cliffs is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay opportunities, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to careers@clevelandcliffs.com or call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.
LOCATION: Inkster, MI
Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America’s premier processors, buyers, sellers and recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry of North America. FPT is a wholly-owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opportunity for a Scale Clerk at the Inkster, MI location. The Scale Clerk is responsible for weighing all inbound and outbound vehicles, inspecting loose loads, directing them to proper unloading areas, and assisting in the details of purchases.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards as identified, and maintain cleanliness of the site.
- Accurately inspect all materials ensuring correct weights, materials description, and grade for all inbound and outbound loads.
- Determine the grade of the material, enter it into the inventory system, and direct to proper location.
- Operate & maintain mobile equipment including but not limited to forklifts, skid steers.
- Provide day-to-day training and guidance to develop our team to its fullest potential.
- Answer customer questions about materials, pricing and procedures.
- Maintain records as required.
- Research, compare, and evaluate local markets.
- Manage, arrange, and schedule pickups and deliveries with carriers.
- Assist with processing as needed, periodically operate & maintain equipment.
- Maintain scale house and keep grounds organized.
- Operate scale computer, applying correct material and inventory codes.
- Prepare proper paperwork for shipments.
- Communicate effectively with transportation, customers, management, and yard employees.
- Interacts with customers or drivers to direct or assist them.
- Insure quality of inbound and outbound materials.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
- Experience in scrap industry preferred.
- Computer experience with Microsoft Office preferred.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic math and data entry skills.
- Ability to establish priorities and manage multiple tasks at once.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Ability to follow oral and written communication.
- Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
- Work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
- Must be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather.
- Pre-Employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required.
Ferrous Processing and Trading is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. Cleveland-Cliffs is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay opportunities, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to careers@clevelandcliffs.com or call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Scale Clerk
Document your weighing equipment credentials early
Gather certificates for operating truck scales, rail scales, or conveyor belt systems before applying. PERM requires your employer to verify you meet the exact minimum requirements listed in the job description, so a credentials gap can stall certification.
Target industries with consistent PERM filing history
Scrap metal recycling, grain elevators, aggregate quarries, and intermodal freight facilities routinely sponsor Scale Clerk roles because regulated commodity weighing is a non-negotiable operational function, not a role they can easily offshore or automate.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by Scale Clerk and EB-3 sponsorship history on Migrate Mate to identify employers who have completed the PERM process for this exact occupation, saving you from applying to companies with no green card infrastructure.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level I or Level II prevailing wage for your county. Your offer must meet or exceed the certified wage, and a mismatch between the offer and the LCA filing will trigger a USCIS audit.
Confirm your O*NET classification with the employer
Scale Clerk maps to a specific O*NET SOC code your employer's attorney uses on the PERM ETA 9089. If the employer files under a mismatched occupation code, DOL can reject the application, resetting your priority date.
Understand how country backlog affects your EB-3 timeline
If you were born in India, China, Mexico, or the Philippines, your EB-3 priority date may wait years before a visa number becomes available. Workers from other countries often reach permanent residency within two to four years of PERM approval.
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Find Scale Clerk JobsScale Clerk Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Scale Clerk jobs qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Scale Clerk is classified as a skilled worker occupation, which fits squarely within the EB-3 category. Your employer must complete PERM labor certification with DOL, demonstrating no qualified U.S. worker is available, then file an I-140 petition with USCIS. The role's technical requirements around certified weighing equipment and chain-of-custody documentation support the skilled-worker classification.
How does green card sponsorship for Scale Clerks differ from H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B requires a specialty occupation with at least a bachelor's degree, which Scale Clerk roles typically do not meet. Green card sponsorship through EB-3 requires no degree threshold, only demonstrated skill and a qualified job offer. There is no annual lottery for EB-3 petitions, and PERM approval leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status that requires renewal every three years.
How long does the EB-3 green card process take for Scale Clerk applicants?
Most workers born outside the backlogged countries complete the full process in two to four years. PERM labor certification alone takes six to twelve months if DOL selects the application for audit. After an I-140 approval, workers from countries without backlogs can file for adjustment of status or an immigrant visa relatively quickly, while those from backlogged countries wait for a current priority date.
Where can I find Scale Clerk jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for Scale Clerk positions with EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history, so you can apply only to employers who have already completed PERM filings for similar roles. This cuts the time you spend reaching out to companies with no green card infrastructure and no established immigration process.
Can my employer sponsor me for EB-3 if I am currently on a different visa status?
Yes. PERM and I-140 filings are not tied to your current visa status. Your employer can begin the PERM process while you hold any lawful status. Once the I-140 is approved and a visa number is available, you can apply to adjust status to permanent residency without leaving the country, as long as you have maintained valid status throughout.
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