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Crane Operator

EMR USA Metal Recycling
Baton Rouge, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2026
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 EMR

EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recyclers, processing over 10 million tons of material annually. From beverage cans to aircraft carriers, we transform scrap into sustainable raw materials. Joining our team means building a career with a company committed to innovation, sustainability, and making a positive impact on our communities and the planet

About the Opportunity

As a Crane Operator at EMR, you’ll play a key role in our daily operations at our Baton Rouge, LA site. In this role, you’ll operate a hydraulic crane to move metal throughout the yard. To be successful, the Crane operator must be able to work independently to accomplish daily tasks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Load and unload scrap metal materials, bales, bins, boxes, crates, etc. onto and from customer trailers, truck beds, bins, and other cargo
  • Transfer all necessary materials from one place to another; pick up falling material during transfer
  • Ensure a clean and orderly workplace; clean and prepare sites by removing debris and possible hazards
  • Adhere to, evaluate and maintain proper service logs and maintenance requirements
  • Adhere to operating and health and safety protocols
Qualifications

  • OSHA/Safety certification preferred, but not required
  • Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
  • Knowledge of scrap metal commodities helpful.
  • Ability to perform all physical, mental and environmental job functions
  • Ability to work in all elements such as rain, cold, and heat
  • Ability to handle stressful situations, manages time, and multitasks
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both spoken and written form
  • High School graduate or G.E.D.
  • Minimum 2 years of consecutive crane operation experience
Compensation and Benefits

  • Monday – Friday, no nights
  • $20-$22/hr -Full-time, year-round
  • PTO and 8 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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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.

  • E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve lawful workforce.

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