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Pyco Industries

Scale House Operator

Pyco Industries, Lubbock, Texas, us, 79430

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Reports To: HR Director FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Category: FT, Tmp, Seasonal Shifts: A. Monday - Friday: 4:30 pm – 12:00 am B. Monday - Friday: 12:00 am – 7:00 am (Overnight) C. Weekends (Sat & Sun): 7:00 am – 7:00 pm D. Weekends (Sat & Sun): 7:00 pm – 7:00 am (Overnight)

Summary Scales Operators

are responsible for managing the weighing and recording of materials entering and leaving an oil mill facility. Their duties include ensuring accurate weight measurements, tracking product quantities, and maintaining documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Weighing Operations

Operate scale systems to weigh inbound and outbound vehicles, raw materials (e.g., cottonseeds), and finished products (oil, meal, etc.).

Ensure accurate weight readings and maintain calibration of weighing equipment.

Enter and verify data from weight tickets into the system.

Documentation and Record Keeping

Generate and maintain accurate records of all weights, including date, time, vehicle identification, material type, and weight.

Issue and store weight certificates for deliveries and shipments.

Report discrepancies or irregularities in weight records.

Coordination with Departments

Communicate with operations, laboratory, and logistics teams to coordinate material movements.

Safety and Compliance

Ensure compliance with company policies, safety protocols, and government regulations regarding transportation and material handling.

Monitor and maintain a clean and organized scale area.

Customer Service

Assist drivers with loading/unloading instructions and provide accurate documentation.

Address inquiries related to material weight and resolve discrepancies efficiently.

Equipment Maintenance

Report any scale malfunctions to the IT Department and supervisor.

Additional Responsibilities

Cross-training with guard shack attendant is required.

Train and support seasonal/temporary employees during dump season.

Complete additional duties upon the supervisor's request.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Basic computer skills (familiarity with data entry systems and spreadsheet software).

Attention to detail and high accuracy in recording weights.

Good communication skills and ability to work with various teams.

Previous experience in a manufacturing or logistics setting, especially with weighing systems, is preferred but not required.

Knowledge of safety standards and procedures related to industrial facilities.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in a production environment that may involve exposure to noise, dust, and fluctuating temperatures.

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.

Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs when necessary.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Plainsman Company, LLC. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and believe that a variety of perspectives foster innovation and success. Our hiring, promotion, compensation, and training practices are designed to ensure fairness and equity for all employees. PYCO complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment, including but not limited to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and other relevant statutes.

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