Does Radius Recycling pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Radius Recycling employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Radius Recycling. This rating has improved by 8% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Radius Recycling?

37% of Radius Recycling employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Radius Recycling 2.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.7 for culture and values and 2.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Radius Recycling?

Manager (17) , Forklift Operator (5) , Human Resources (5) , Accounting (4) , Administrative Assistant (4) , Class A Truck Driver (4) , General Manager (4) , Store Manager (4) , (3) , Customer Service Representative (3) , Machine Operator (3) , Office Manager (3) , Production Manager (3) , Senior Accountant (3) , Supervisor (3)

What are the pros of working at Radius Recycling according to real employee reviews?

"They offered pretty good benefits" ((in 31 reviews)); "Good pay and they hire quickly" ((in 29 reviews)); "Great people and team." ((in 20 reviews)); "Good work/life balance" ((in 7 reviews)); "Great executive team that genuinely cares about employees." ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Radius Recycling according to real employee reviews?

"I've caught my direct manager lie about things and then try to cover them up." ((in 12 reviews)); "Frequent layoffs and downsizing, along with remote management (eat coast) made for a lot of stress." ((in 9 reviews)); "Poor Training." ((in 8 reviews)); "Long hours and under paid." ((in 6 reviews)); "terrible leadership" ((in 6 reviews))

What are employees saying about Radius Recycling layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Radius Recycling layoffs and their outlook for job security at Radius Recycling in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Radius Recycling locations?

Portland , Tacoma , Oakland , Everett , Sacramento , Atlanta , McMinnville , Rancho Cordova , Boston , Birmingham , Auburn , Cartersville , Kansas City , Salinas , Memphis , Modesto , Newark , San Jose , Concord , Johnston , Attleboro , Albany , Columbus , Salt Lake City , Chicago , Virginia Beach , New York , Billings , Raleigh , San Antonio

Radius Recycling reviews

2.8

37% would recommend to a friend

(326 total reviews)

Tamara L. Lundgren

36% approve of CEO

28% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (326 reviews)

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Radius Recycling has an employee rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars, based on 326 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Radius Recycling employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

326 reviews

1.0

Sep 26, 2019

It’s fall, time to cut costs

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

No shortage of work to be done. Benefits are good and management with a clue are awesome.

Cons

Once again it’s fall and the jobs at Schnitzer Steel are turning into layoffs. Nothing says happy holidays like a pink slip. The market is tanking, the upper management is panicking and they’re trying to figure out what and how many lower level employees to get rid of so that those at the top can keep their bloated salaries and bonuses. HR will now scurry to post positive reviews so that the CEO’s rating doesn’t tank anymore, but nothing else will change. The market will continue to fall, the yards will be pushed harder to produce more with less. Those spared this round of layoffs will wonder if they’re to be in the Thanksgiving or Christmas rounds. Those of us with marketable skills have already started looking elsewhere if they haven’t already. Long time employees will continue to complain about the company, some even offering up suggestions for how to improve the environment and morale only to be ignored. The CEO’s inability to get through a town call meeting without 20 “ah’s” and 30 “um’s”.

Radius Recycling Response

6y

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We understand your concerns and value input from our employees. Our goal is for Schnitzer Steel to be a positive experience for all of our employees – those who work at our Pick-n-Pull stores, Metals Yards, Steel Manufacturing Mill, and at our Corporate offices. With over 110 years in the metals recycling industry we recognize that at times there are market challenges but we continue to look for ways to grow and create a rewarding and sustainable experience. This is enabled by you and others sharing your experiences and feedback, thank you.

3.0

Sep 16, 2019

Hard work with minimal training, great team.

Regional safety manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good team and friendly people.

Cons

Systema and programs are outdated

3.0

Sep 8, 2019

Company could do better

Vehicle purchasing agent

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Insurance, HSA is decent I’ve had better but yet I wouldn’t complain about this. Job advancements you can climb the ladder if your willing to dedicated EVERY weekend and holiday to this company.

Cons

Being married to the job, having to work every weekend as well as holidays. When one store is short having to be flexible with helping out another location.

Radius Recycling Response

6y

Thank you for your more than 3 years of service in addition to your willingness to provide us with feedback! Our employees are our greatest asset. We’re working to recognize areas in which we can act faster and improve processes, and we’re taking action to do so. Thanks, again!

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