1st Shift Production Worker

European Metal Recycling Ltd.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and 9 paid holidays

HSA and FSA with employer contribution

Medical and dental insurance

Employer paid vision insurance

Employer paid life insurance

Job summary

EMR USA Metal Recycling is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. Our employees are the heart and soul of our organization, and we are committed to safety and well-being.

We offer a supportive, inclusive community where teamwork and ideas are valued. As a Production Worker at EMR, you will support daily shredder operations at Becker, MN: removing and sorting material from conveyors, maintaining a clean facility, and aiding yard cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently.
• Basic math skills.
• Able to lift and handle up to 50 pounds.
• Capable of performing physical tasks in various environments.

Responsibilities

• Remove trash, wood, paper, and plastics from conveyor belts.
• Sort and place materials into correct chutes or onto conveyors.
• Clean the yard by sweeping, raking, and picking up debris.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Basic math skills

Lift up to 50 pounds

Capable of physical tasks in varied环境

Job description

Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 6:00 AM

About Us:

EMR isone ofthe world’s leading metal recycling companieswith 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 Production Worker at EMR, you’ll play a key role in our daily shredder operations at our Becker, MN location. In this role, you will remove and sort material from conveyor belts, help maintain a clean shredder facility, and support overall yard cleanliness.

Key Responsibilities

• Remove trash, wood, paper, and plastics from conveyor belts
• Sort and place materials into the correct chutes or onto conveyors
• Clean the yard by sweeping, raking, and picking up debris
• Assist with other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently
• Basic math skills
• Able to lift and handle up to 50 pounds
• Capable of performing physical tasks in various environments

Compensation and Benefits

• $19/hour, full-time, year-round
• PTO and 9 paid company holidays
• Medical and dental insurance
• Employer paid vision insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• HSA and FSA with employer contribution
• 401(k) with company match

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