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SA Recycling

Commercial Scrap Metal Buyer

Festus, MO

SA Recycling, a leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for an experienced Commercial Scrap Metal Buyer to join our growing Georgia Region to help support North ...

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M&M Recycling

Metal Recycling Yard Crew

Austell, GA · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Metal Recycling Yard Crew Company Overview M&M Recycling is a growing, family-owned scrap metal company with deep roots in the Atlanta area. Our Austell, GA yard is busy, honest, and built on hard ...

Nucor

Scrap Metal Grader

Holly Hill, FL · On-site

$60K/yr

Trademark Metals Recycling LLC Location: Holly Hill, FL, United States Other Available Locations: N ... Flexible to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed * Bilingual preferred

Mid-City Scrap, LLC.

$65K - $75K/yr

Experience in scrap metal recycling, waste management, construction, manufacturing, automotive recycling, or related industries preferred. Working Conditions * Work is performed in an industrial ...

Misti Pett

Scrap Metal Grader

South Paris, ME · On-site

$60K/yr

Nucor is North America's largest recycler and most diversified steel and steel products company ... weekends, and holidays when needed Bilingual preferred Candidates within 50 miles of location ...

Nucor

Scrap Metal Grader

Ocala, FL · On-site

$60K/yr

Trademark Metals Recycling LLC Location: Ocala, FL, United States Other Available Locations: N/A ... Flexible to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed * Bilingual preferred

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend scrap metal recycling in the United States is $18.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Scrap Metal Recycling vs Weekend Scrap Metal Loader?

AspectWeekend Scrap Metal RecyclingWeekend Scrap Metal Loader
CredentialsHigh school diploma, safety certificationsHigh school diploma, safety certifications
Work EnvironmentScrap yards, outdoor, physically demandingScrap yards, outdoor, physically demanding
Job RoleSorting, processing scrap metals, operating basic equipmentLoading scrap metals onto trucks, assisting with sorting

Weekend Scrap Metal Recycling and Weekend Scrap Metal Loader both require safety certifications and involve outdoor, physically demanding work in scrap yards. Recycling focuses on processing and sorting metals, while loaders primarily handle loading materials onto trucks. Both roles are essential in the scrap metal industry and often overlap in skills and environment.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Scrap Metal Recycling job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,457 per year, or $18 per hour.

Commercial Scrap Metal Buyer

SA Recycling

Saint Louis, MO

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

65th of 90 rated recycling and waste

Job description

SA Recycling, a leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for an experienced Commercial Scrap Metal Buyer to join our growing Georgia Region to help support North Atlanta, Gwinnett, Cartersville, Gainesville locations. You will be accountable for growing and managing a book of business consisting of Commercial, Industrial and Dealer accounts for both Ferrous (FE) and Non-Ferrous (NF) materials. As the face of SA Recycling, you will use your exceptional communications and relationship building skills to build, deepen, and support, long-lasting relationships with all assigned accounts; and your superior negotiation skills come into play as you identify new business partners and negotiate pricing and service agreements to increase volume and profitability.

SA Recycling offers:

  • Competitive Pay
  • 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
  • Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses
  • Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities of a Commercial Buyer

  • Responsible for the purchase of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals and materials to grow margins, volume, and market share.
  • Deepens market share by actively identifying and securing new commercial, industrial, and dealer accounts.
  • Purchase scrap metals and material following current market conditions and within pricing standard and models as set by the General Manager and National Sales Team.
  • Conduct regularly scheduled suppler visits and sales activities to strengthen relationships and keep abreast of business and market conditions.
  • Maintain knowledge of various federal, state, and local environmental regulations to ensure compliance with the purchase and processing of various materials.
  • Demonstrate exceptional and ethical customer service and sales skills to ensure repeat business.
  • Participate in the development of regional and individual purchasing, marketing, and profitability goals.
  • Maintain accurate records for all purchasing, sourcing, prospecting, and follow up activities.
  • Partner with facility General Manager’s in the inspection of scrap metals and material to ensure specification, volume, and pricing targets.

Qualifications for a Commercial Buyer

  • Associate’s degree, Bachelors preferred, related to Sales, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; or 4 years Buyer (Account Management) experience in the scrap metals recycling industry.
  • Strong contract negotiation and interpersonal skills required.
  • Identify and secure new business opportunities. 
  • Experience in the scrap metals recycling industry is preferred. 
  • Demonstrated buying/selling skills and product knowledge.
  • Ability to generate and qualify leads and close deals.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and to prioritize effectively.
  • Proficient in MS Office programs. SAI or similar software experience a plus.

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by individuals assigned to this job. This job posting is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills expected.

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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