Loader Operator - 2nd Shift

Posted Monday, February 16, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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!

As a Loader Operator at EMR, you’ll play a key role in our daily operations at our Becker, MN site. In this role, you’ll operate front‑end loader equipment to load, unload and transport scrap metal materials within the yard.

• Operate front end loader safely to unload and move scrap material throughout yard
• Perform daily maintenance and inspections
• Identify and process different types of scrap metal and report load details
• Keep the worksite clean, organized and safe
• Complete daily paperwork, meet production goals and assist with other tasks as needed

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently
• Maneuver in and around equipment to inspect, operate and maintain company property

• Monday – Friday,
  11am‑9pm
• $21‑25 per hour, Full-time, year-round
• PTO and 9 paid company holidays
• Medical insurance
• Employer paid vision insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• 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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