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EMR Metal Recycling

Scale Operator- Port Richmond

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Scrap metal, recycling, or industrial experience * Scale software experience Physical & Work ... Able to work weekends * PPE required; work environment may include loud noise levels Compensation ...

M&M Recycling

Metal Recycling Yard Crew

Locust Grove, GA · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Locust Grove, Austell, and other M&M Recycling yards around Atlanta Pay: $16 to $20 per hour ... We're a growing, family-owned scrap metal company with deep roots in the Atlanta area. Our yards ...

M&M Recycling

Scrap Yard Buyer (Non-Ferrous)

Austell, GA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Scrap Yard Buyer Company Overview M&M Recycling is a well-established scrap metal recycling company serving the Locust Grove area. We are committed to safety, integrity, productivity, and great ...

Openwork

Scrap Yard Metal Sorter

Locust Grove, GA · On-site

$15/hr

General Laborer Join Our High-Energy Scrap Metal Recycling Team! Location: Locust Grove. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM 12:00 PM. Department: Non-Ferrous Warehouse. SCRAP ...

Openwork

Scrap Yard Metal Sorter

Locust Grove, GA · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

General Laborer Join Our High-Energy Scrap Metal Recycling Team! Location: Locust Grove. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM 12:00 PM. Department: Non-Ferrous Warehouse. SCRAP ...

BSI Waste

Metal Sorting Scrap Metal Worker

Hopkinsville, KY · On-site

$15/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

City Salvage & Recycling is a scrap metal processing facility in Hopkinsville, KY. We are looking to hire someone with experience working in a scrap yard or experience sorting or processing ...

SA Recycling

Heavy Equipment Operator

Pompano Beach, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Scrap metal Recycling and shredder yard * Equipment & Tools: Shredder & other metal processing equipment, Hoists, hydraulic motors, mechanics tools * Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate * Work ...

SA Recycling

Material Handler

Calera, AL

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Scrap metal Recycling and shredder yard • Equipment & Tools: Shredder & other metal processing equipment, Hoists, hydraulic motors, mechanics tools • Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate • ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

New Castle, PA · On-site

$16.50 - $22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Scrap metal Recycling and shredder yard Equipment & Tools: Shredder & other metal processing equipment, Hoists, hydraulic motors, mechanics tools Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate Work ...

SA Recycling

Heavy Equipment Operator

Davie, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Scrap metal Recycling and shredder yard * Equipment & Tools: Shredder & other metal processing equipment, Hoists, hydraulic motors, mechanics tools * Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate * Work ...

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How much do weekend scrap metal recycling jobs pay per hour?

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.

Scale Operator- Port Richmond

EMR Metal Recycling

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

About Us:
EMR is one of the world's leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.
Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.
EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!
About the Opportunity
As a Scale Operator/Weighmaster, you'll play an important role in our daily operations by accurately weighing, grading, and recording incoming and outgoing scrap metal materials. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced outdoor environment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Greet customers and assist with material verification, sorting, and disposal procedures
  • Weigh and ticket incoming/outgoing loads using scale systems and software
  • Create accurate and compliant transaction records
  • Grade incoming scrap materials and monitor load quality
  • Direct vehicle and foot traffic safely on and off the scale
  • Process inspection tickets and assist with inventory control
  • Maintain and monitor radiation detection systems
  • Communicate with yard staff regarding incoming and outgoing materials
  • Report discrepancies or quality concerns to management
  • Follow site safety procedures and industry regulations

Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and customer service abilities
  • Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment
  • Basic computer proficiency
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
  • Willingness to learn and follow operational procedures

Preferred Qualifications
  • Scrap metal, recycling, or industrial experience
  • Scale software experience

Physical & Work Requirements
  • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
  • Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • Reliable transportation required - no exceptions
  • Able to work weekends
  • PPE required; work environment may include loud noise levels

Compensation and Benefits
  • On the job training and career advancement
  • Full time pay, range $20-$22 year-round
  • Paid time off and 9 paid company holidays
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, FREE vision and life insurance, EAP
  • HSA and FSA with employer contribution
  • 401(k) with company match

EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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