Riverdale Mill Scaler

Riverdale Mill Scaler

Selma, AL, United States

Job Description

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 3rd 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.
• Interpersonal Savvy.
• Manages Conflict.
• Situational Adaptability.

About Us

Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build:

• Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

• We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

• International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

• International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

• International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] or (877) 973-3919.

• Job Info

• Job Identification

• 2004437

• Posting Date

• 10/14/2026, 09:52 AM

• Apply Before

• 10/28/2026, 01:00 AM

• Job Schedule

• Full time

• Job Shift

• Day

• Locations

• 601 County Road 78, Selma, AL, 36703, US

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