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SA Recycling

Scale Operator

Saint Louis, MO

$14 - $18/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively seeking career focused applicants for a Scale Operator's role. Our Scale Operators provide key services that ...

SA Recycling

Scale Operator

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively seeking career focused applicants for a Scale Operator's role. Our Scale Operators provide key services that ...

SA Recycling

Scale Operator

Wright City, MO · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively seeking career focused applicants for a Scale Operator's role. Our Scale Operators provide key services that ...

SA Recycling

Scale Operator

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively seeking career focused applicants for a Scale Operator's role. Our Scale Operators provide key services that ...

SA Recycling

Scale Operator

Poplar Bluff, MO · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively seeking career focused applicants for a Scale Operator's role. Our Scale Operators provide key services that ...

SA Recycling

Scale Operator

Poplar Bluff, MO · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively seeking career focused applicants for a Scale Operator's role. Our Scale Operators provide key services that ...

SA Recycling

Scale Operator

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively seeking career focused applicants for a Scale Operator's role. Our Scale Operators provide key services that ...

SA Recycling

Scale Operator

Wright City, MO · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively seeking career focused applicants for a Scale Operator's role. Our Scale Operators provide key services that ...

SA Recycling

Scale Operator

Nashville, TN · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking ... High school diploma or equivalent. * 2+ years' experience operating truck scales, preferably in a ...

SA Recycling

Scale Operator

Nashville, TN · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking ... High school diploma or equivalent. * 2+ years' experience operating truck scales, preferably in a ...

evTerra Recycling, LLC

Scale Operator

San Antonio, TX

$18 - $20/hr

The Scale Operator is responsible for accurately weighing incoming and outgoing e-waste materials ... Familiarity with recycling, scrap metal, or e-waste industry is a plus. Physical Requirements:

SA Recycling

Scale Operator

Nashville, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking ... High school diploma or equivalent. * 2+ years' experience operating truck scales, preferably in a ...

Lakeshore Recycling Systems LLC

Scale Operator

Elburn, IL · On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

The Scale Operator serves as the first point of contact for drivers and customers entering or ... Knowledge of material types and recycling/waste processes preferred. * Ability to maintain ...

Lakeshore Recycling Systems LLC

Scale Operator

Berwyn, IL · On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

The Scale Operator (M-F, 1:30pm - 10:00pm, every other Saturday from 5:00am - 1:30pm) serves as the ... Knowledge of material types and recycling/waste processes preferred. * Ability to maintain ...

EMR Metal Recycling

Scale Operator

Sharon Hill, PA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft ... About the Opportunity As a Scale Operator/Weighmaster, you'll play an important role in our daily ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for recycling scale operator in the United States is $17.80, 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.

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Infographic showing various Recycling Scale Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 37% Full Time, 61% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,032 per year, or $17.8 per hour.

Scale Operator

Saint Louis, MO

SA Recycling
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$14 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 11 days ago

SA Recycling rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively seeking career focused applicants for a Scale Operator’s role. Our Scale Operators provide key services that directly affect the overall success of our operations by developing and growing positive customer relations and managing all aspects of in-bound and out-bound truck-scale operations. This is a challenging environment, and the position requires you to be a trustworthy and dependable team player; and to be able to take initiative and solve problems independently.

This position will work inside and outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

SA Recycling offers:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses
  • Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • 401k with a Company Match
  • Weekly Pay
  • Referral Incentives
  • Company provided uniforms and PPE
  • Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities of a Scale Operator

  • Responsible for the exact weighing of all trucks entering and leaving the recycling yard while providing efficient, courteous customer service to our supplies and company drivers.
  • Complete all required documentation for trucks and loads entering or leaving the yard; complete all required reports; keep up-to-date logs; and sort and process weigh tickets for end-of-day processing.
  • Participate in the testing of scales for accuracy and report any malfunctions or concerns to the General Manager.
  • Process payments and keep exact records of all transactions.
  • Help suppliers with questions on pricing and types of materials accepted and maintain account contacts to promote continued business.
  • Cross train and back up other office personnel as needed.
  • Punctual and regular attendance is a key requirement for this position. 

Qualifications of a Scale Operator

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Strong attention to detail to prevent data entry errors, or to catch and correct them.
  • Ability to develop and strengthen positive working relationships with suppliers and co-workers.
  • Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills (both verbal and written).
  • Ability to work in a challenging environment, good organizational and mathematical skills, basic negotiation skills, and the ability to multi-task.
  • Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn industry specific software.
  • Bilingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus.

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified). 

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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