Riverdale Mill Scaler

Position Title: Scaler Pay Rate : PL3 $44,800 - 59,700 Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Category/Shift : Non-exempt, Full-time, Shift is 8 hours, from 10pm – 6am, and every 3 rd Saturday 6am - 3pm. Scales open 4 am Monday and close 3 pm Saturday Physical Location : 601 County Road Selma, AL 36703 The Job You Will Perform: The Fiber Supply Scaler position is a combination role that ensures the quality of raw materials entering the Riverdale mill as well as other materials across the “Wood” scales and supports the “Bark” / Gate 4 scale scaling system. Safety is paramount - both personal, team safety, and the safety of visitors, as well as maintaining a safe work environment. Safety – work safely; must always exhibit safe behaviors and adhere to all International Paper safety principles. Primarily responsible for the safe, efficient, accurate, and timely processing of fiber receipts. Ensure security. Maintain access control point and set flow of traffic into the mill. Key Tasks: Scale primarily wood products and other products into the facility scaling system Maintain Scaler exception log report, other logs as assigned Enforcement of material specifications and all safety standards Ensure Drivers are trained on unloading safety standards Conduct daily/weekly scale weight checks Driver designated loop pass card program administration Managing turn around time across various products Provide timely communications and assistance to the Fiber Supply Team. Other responsibilities within the local Fiber Supply Team and/or Region teams. Possible activities include safety engagement/assessments and reconciling Scale receipts. Serves as the first point of contact with truck drivers, vendors, and contractors. As such, the Fiber Supply Scaler is an important communication link in the wood supply chain, and at all times will conduct him/herself in a courteous and professional manner. Is aware of and enforces all International Paper safety policies with truck drivers, vendors, contractors, and visitors. Must wear all required PPE (personal protective equipment) and report all injuries and damage occurring to company and/or vendor property. Demonstrate communications and team building dynamics which support the IP principles of Diversity, Dignity, and Respect. Operate scales to safely, accurately, and efficiently process of receipts. Security and Internal Control Practices related to receipts. Is aware of and enforces Riverdale Mill fiber specifications—minimum/maximum tree diameter, tree length, tree species, and trim specifications. Conduct routine load audits. Manage Truck Turnaround Time - Be aware of and communicate mill operations that may affect the efficiency of turnaround time & processing. Must be able to work in adverse conditions such as rain, heat, cold and dust. Perform or manage housekeeping functions at and around scalehouse including scale maintenance. Assist in record retention management. Willing and able to work flexible schedules, overtime as necessary including weekends and holidays. Must report on time. Must maintain a valid driver’s license. Perform other duties as required. The Skills You Will Bring: Minimum high school graduate or equivalent. Experience with truck scales, customer service, inventory management, knowledge of fiber specifications and species is preferred. Must demonstrate ability or potential to develop basic computer skills. Must be able to adapt to change, cope with different personalities and maintain a professional demeanor at all times. Computer skills and knowledge of software applications. Peer relationships (teammates, mill customer and suppliers). Excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written. Key Competencies: Action Oriented. Communicates Effectively. Courage. Customer Focus. Decision Quality. Ensures Accountability. Interpersona…

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