Scale Clerk

Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America’s premier processors, buyers, sellers and recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds. FPT is a wholly-owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs and has an immediate opportunity for a Scale Clerk at the Willoughby, Ohio 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.

• Ensure adherence to safety standards, including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards, 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 and maintain mobile equipment, including forklifts and 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 operating and maintaining 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.
• Interact with customers or drivers to direct or assist them.
• Ensure quality of inbound and outbound materials.

• 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 drug screen required.

Willoughby Hills, OH $15 - $15.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. 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  or call 1(. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

We are a drug‑free workplace and conduct pre‑employment screening as a condition of employment.