Scale Operator Jobs
Scale Operator jobs are open across agriculture, mining, waste management, and logistics, from entry-level to lead and supervisory roles, with specializations in grain handling, recycling facilities, and truck scale operations. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Join the Skyland Grain team today!
With roots from one of our parent companies dating back to 1915, Skyland Grain, LLC is a grain farmers’ co-op providing producers with the supplies and services their operations need to succeed today and in the future. We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages!
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Scale Operator position is responsible for the customer service functions within the assigned location(s). A description of the duties includes:
- Operate the scale to weigh in-bound and out-bound trucks
- Complete all applicable paperwork accurately and timely
- Greets employees, members, and visitors in courteous manner when they enter the office
- Files, types and performs other office support activities
- Answers telephone in a professional manner and assists customers with sales, questions or complaints
- Keeps work area neat and clean
- Responsible for maintaining clean facilities, and complying with all state and federal regulations pertaining to a safe workplace, housekeeping, and all activities that require regulation compliance
- Attends training and safety meetings
- Provides excellent customer service by managing difficult or emotional situations; responding promptly to customer needs, resolving questions, complaints and concerns immediately and meeting commitments
- Effectively communicates by verbal and written means with customers, employees and management
- Maintains and promotes safety awareness; follows safety policies, procedures and reporting requirements
- Present a clean and professional appearance
- Employee is required to perform all other duties as directed by the supervisor
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. This position requires basic computer operation skills.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for seasonal demands
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 50 pounds
- Position will occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, noise and dust/fumes
Join the Skyland Grain team today!
With roots from one of our parent companies dating back to 1915, Skyland Grain, LLC is a grain farmers’ co-op providing producers with the supplies and services their operations need to succeed today and in the future. We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages!
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Scale Operator position is responsible for the customer service functions within the assigned location(s). A description of the duties includes:
- Operate the scale to weigh in-bound and out-bound trucks
- Complete all applicable paperwork accurately and timely
- Greets employees, members, and visitors in courteous manner when they enter the office
- Files, types and performs other office support activities
- Answers telephone in a professional manner and assists customers with sales, questions or complaints
- Keeps work area neat and clean
- Responsible for maintaining clean facilities, and complying with all state and federal regulations pertaining to a safe workplace, housekeeping, and all activities that require regulation compliance
- Attends training and safety meetings
- Provides excellent customer service by managing difficult or emotional situations; responding promptly to customer needs, resolving questions, complaints and concerns immediately and meeting commitments
- Effectively communicates by verbal and written means with customers, employees and management
- Maintains and promotes safety awareness; follows safety policies, procedures and reporting requirements
- Present a clean and professional appearance
- Employee is required to perform all other duties as directed by the supervisor
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. This position requires basic computer operation skills.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for seasonal demands
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 50 pounds
- Position will occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, noise and dust/fumes
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CEMEX2
- SA RECYCLING2
- Vulcan Materials Company2
- Alma Ann Seale1
- Cale Thomas Farms1
Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials4
- Agriculture & Farming2
- Distribution & Wholesale2
- Mining & Natural Resources2
- Waste Management & Environmental Services2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in scale operator jobs.
- High school diploma or GED and at least one year of scale or weighmaster experience
- Familiarity with weight ticket software and electronic scale management systems
- Knowledge of DOT weight regulations and legal-for-trade scale compliance
- Ability to operate a 10-key keypad accurately and enter data with minimal errors
- Experience directing truck traffic and communicating load instructions to drivers
- Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check and drug screening
Tips for Your Scale Operator Job Search
Tailor your resume to scale-specific tasks
List the exact equipment you've operated, such as truck scales, belt scales, or hopper scales, along with any software used for weight data entry. Hiring managers for these roles scan for hands-on specifics, not general warehouse language.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists scale operator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight accuracy and compliance experience
Scale operators are held to legal weight tolerances and DOT regulations. Call out any experience with weight tickets, tare weights, or state weights-and-measures inspections directly in your resume's work history section.
Target industries actively posting right now
Grain elevators, quarries, landfills, and aggregate facilities post scale operator openings on different seasonal cycles. Search by industry keyword alongside the job title to catch postings before high-application volume drives them closed.
Prepare for a practical skills walkthrough in interviews
Many scale operator interviews include a walk-through of a real or simulated weigh transaction. Brush up on how you'd handle an overweight load, a scale calibration discrepancy, or a driver dispute over a ticket reading.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Scale positions at plants and transfer stations often run overnight or weekend shifts. Ask specifically about differential rates for those hours during your offer discussion, since base pay alone rarely reflects total take-home in this role.
Scale Operator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most scale operators?
The companies hiring the most scale operators right now include CEMEX, SA RECYCLING, and Vulcan Materials Company, with the largest share of openings in Georgia, Alabama, and Kansas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand tends to concentrate in states with active agricultural, mining, and waste management industries.
How many scale operator jobs are remote?
About 0% of scale operator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is low compared to most office-based roles. The small remote share is primarily in data entry or dispatch-adjacent scale coordination positions, while the majority of roles require an on-site presence to manage trucks, tickets, and equipment directly.
How do you become a scale operator?
Start by earning a high school diploma or GED, then look for entry-level positions at grain elevators, recycling centers, quarries, or solid waste facilities that provide on-the-job training. Learning basic weight ticket software, understanding DOT weight regulations, and getting comfortable directing commercial truck traffic are the practical skills that move candidates from applicant to hired.
Can you get hired as a scale operator with little or no experience?
Yes, many facilities hire entry-level scale operators and train on the specific software and procedures they use. Your best angle is to highlight any data entry work, customer-facing roles where you managed transactions accurately, or experience in agriculture, construction, or logistics where weight or load management was part of the job, even informally.
What does the scale operator interview process look like?
Most scale operator interviews involve a brief phone screen followed by an in-person meeting at the facility. Interviewers typically ask about your ability to stay accurate under pressure, how you'd handle a disagreement with a driver over a ticket, and your familiarity with scale software or weight compliance rules. Some employers walk candidates through the scale house to assess comfort with the environment.
Where can I find and apply to scale operator jobs?
You can find and apply to scale operator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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