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EMR Metal Recycling

Industrial Electrician

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

About Us: EMR is one of the world's leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning ... Competitive hourly wage based on experience. * Overtime opportunities. * Health, dental, and vision ...

American Iron & Metal

Jr. Scrap Metal Buyer

Colton, CA

$25 - $28/hr

... the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have ... A competitive wage ($25-$28 hourly), vacation, benefits and a 401k matching program * Annual AIM ...

American Iron and Metal

Jr. Scrap Metal Buyer

Colton, CA · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

... the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have ... A competitive wage ($25-$28 hourly), vacation, benefits and a 401k matching program * Annual AIM ...

Harmon Scrap Metal

Inbound Metal Inspector

Athens, AL · On-site

$18/hr

... recycling * Heavy equipment or industrial experience * Knowledge of common ferrous and non-ferrous metals * Experience identifying hazardous or prohibited materials Salary Description $18 hourly

Nucor

Operations and Sales Internship

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$23/hr

Pay, Benefits & Career Growth - Competitive hourly pay. - Relocation assistance if applicable. - Exposure to career opportunities in scrap metal recycling after graduation. - Nucor supports teammates ...

Nucor

Operations and Sales Internship

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$23/hr

Pay, Benefits & Career Growth - Competitive hourly pay. - Relocation assistance if applicable. - Exposure to career opportunities in scrap metal recycling after graduation. - Nucor supports teammates ...

Nucor

Operations and Sales Internship

Tampa, FL · On-site

$23/hr

Pay, Benefits & Career Growth - Competitive hourly pay. - Relocation assistance if applicable. - Exposure to career opportunities in scrap metal recycling after graduation. - Nucor supports teammates ...

Nucor

Operations and Sales Internship

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$23/hr

Pay, Benefits & Career Growth - Competitive hourly pay. - Relocation assistance if applicable. - Exposure to career opportunities in scrap metal recycling after graduation. - Nucor supports teammates ...

Nucor

Operations and Sales Internship

Houston, TX · On-site

$23/hr

Pay, Benefits & Career Growth - Competitive hourly pay. - Relocation assistance if applicable. - Exposure to career opportunities in scrap metal recycling after graduation. - Nucor supports teammates ...

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How much do hourly metal recycling jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly metal recycling in the United States is $18.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Metal Recycling vs Metal Recycling Technician?

AspectHourly Metal RecyclingMetal Recycling Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, safety trainingHigh school diploma, safety certifications, possibly technical training
Work EnvironmentRecycling yards, scrap metal facilitiesRecycling plants, scrap yards, outdoor and indoor settings
Job DutiesSorting, processing, and transporting scrap metalsOperating machinery, sorting metals, maintaining equipment

Both roles involve working in metal recycling environments with safety protocols. The Metal Recycling Technician typically requires more technical skills and certifications, focusing on machinery operation and maintenance, while Hourly Metal Recycling workers primarily handle sorting and transport tasks. Both positions are essential in the recycling industry and often overlap in work environment and basic responsibilities.

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Metal Recycling Manager Trainee

Waco, TX • On-site

M. Lipsitz and Company, Ltd.
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$45K - $50K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 hours ago

Job description

M. Lipsitz & Co., Ltd. Now Hiring - Manager Trainees for metal recycling business; EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY for qualified individuals looking for challenging career with a family-owned company that has been in Metal Recycling Business since 1895.   No previous experience in metal recycling is required.  
 
Interested, here is what you need to know: 
  • Training is in Waco, relocation is required after training to a location in Texas or Oklahoma.
  • Flexibility to travel and work at other locations in Texas or Oklahoma during training.
  • We prefer qualified individuals have a degree or some college courses; previous manufacturing, business experience is helpful.
  • Mechanical aptitude; willingness to perform hands on work; heavy equipment experience helpful; 
  • Salary is entry level, hourly paid, paid weekly while in training.
  • Generally Monday through Saturday, overtime eligible while in training.
  • We offer benefits package that includes 401K, group health plan options, relocation plan, paid vacations, holidays and sick pay, paid company group life insurance and others.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.
 
For information, call HR Manager at 254-756-6661, ext. 1044; interviews can be scheduled by phone or in person.  Send resume to rschroeder@mlipsitzco.com.