Careers At Klein Recycling

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Join a Team Built on Honesty, Integrity & Dependability — Serving New Jersey for 75+ Years

Klein Recycling is a third-generation, family-owned company and one of New Jersey’s most trusted metal recyclers. For more than 75 years, we’ve built our reputation on fairness, respect, and hard work — values that extend not only to our customers, but to every member of our team. If you’re looking for job stability, long-term growth, and a team that treats you like family, Klein Recycling may be the place for you.

Why Work at Klein Recycling?

Family-Owned Environment

You’re more than a number here. We value teamwork, communication, and respect.

Stable, Long-Term Employment

Operating continuously since 1947 — offering year-round dependable work.

Opportunities for Growth

We promote from within and train employees on equipment, safety, and new skills.

Competitive Pay

Fair compensation based on experience, performance, and responsibility.

Safety-Focused Culture

We follow OSHA, NJDEP, and EPA guidelines to protect employees and customers.

A Company You Can Be Proud To Represent

One of New Jersey’s highest-rated recyclers with hundreds of 5-star reviews.

Benefits & Perks

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Competitive pay
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Year-round work
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Paid time off
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Overtime opportunities
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Training & certification opportunities
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Safe, stable work environment
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Family-owned culture
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Long-term career potential

Klein Recycling employs a wide range of skilled professionals who keep our operations running safely, efficiently, and with the high level of service our customers expect. Below are the positions we most commonly hire for.

Operate roll-offs, flatbeds, and tractor-trailers servicing commercial, industrial, and municipal accounts. Responsible for safe equipment operation, inspections, load securement, and professional customer interaction.

Repair and fabricate containers and equipment. Proficiency in MIG, stick welding, torch cutting, and heavy steel required.

Operate loaders, skid steers, excavators, and material handlers. Experience in recycling or industrial environments preferred.

Maintain and repair trucks and heavy equipment. Strong diesel, hydraulic, and electrical diagnostic skills required.

Operate certified scales, classify metals, issue tickets, and ensure accurate transactions.

Assist customers, issue tickets, answer questions, and support administrative operations.

Coordinate drivers, schedule container services, and manage routing logistics.

Develop and manage scrap accounts with contractors and industrial clients. Strong communication and industry knowledge required.

If you have experience in recycling, trucking, equipment, construction, automotive, or trade industries, we’d love to hear from you.

What We Look For

  • Strong work ethic
  • Positive, team-oriented attitude
  • Commitment to safety
  • Reliability & punctuality
  • Willingness to learn and grow
  • Respect for customers and co-workers
  • CDL or equipment experience (for applicable roles)

Apply Today

We’re always looking for hardworking, reliable individuals to join our team.

Application Options:

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