The Padnos family business has been transforming the recycling industry for more than a century.

See the possible.
We’ve gone from rags to riches by finding value in the things others discard or take for granted, by seeing possibility where others see expendability, by turning hubcaps into art and raw talent into valued expertise. And, most importantly, by understanding what a diverse collection of people can accomplish when the chemistry is just right. Seeing the possible is in our blood. It is born from the sweat and smarts of those who worked here before us and it’s our responsibility to pass it on.
 

Our Values.

See the possible.
We’ve gone from rags to riches by finding value in the things others discard or take for granted, by seeing possibility where others see expendability, by turning hubcaps into art and raw talent into valued expertise. And, most importantly, by understanding what a diverse collection of people can accomplish when the chemistry is just right. Seeing the possible is in our blood. It is born from the sweat and smarts of those who worked here before us and it’s our responsibility to pass it on.

Always be crushing it.
If we bring it every day and do it right, do it the honest way, the ethical way, with our sleeves rolled up, our minds engaged and hearts aligned, we can change winning from an outcome to an expectation. Because when we win, when we crush it, we build a brighter future for ourselves, our clients, our families, our communities and the planet.

Just be good people.
Problems and solutions rarely come in tidy black and white packages. That’s why it’s the gray areas that test every company’s and team member’s standards and beliefs. So when the rubber hits that gray road and our clients, families and community need us to make the right choices, we fall back on four simple words: Just be good people. It’s why we support each other and our community, have education programs for our children and believe in practical sustainability. Bring those four words to work every day and good things will always happen.

Be a force clients can't live without.
We aren’t paid to handle our clients’ scrap, we’re paid to find the best solution for handling our clients’ scrap. This means we have to anticipate change and strive to find the answer before they see the problem – because your next idea will be the one that increases their bottom line, makes their lives easier and builds an enduring trust with our company.

You don't need a desk to be a leader.
Whether you sit at a desk, on a forklift or behind the wheel of a truck, the opportunity to be a key contributor to our company is there for the taking. Your desire and ability to learn and grow is what drives our business, makes us safe and keeps our clients coming back for more. When you step up, the rest of us – your family, team members, our clients and the community – rise with you.
 

After 100 years, we still have a hungry, start-up mindset.

At PADNOS, our ongoing pursuit of better ideas ensures that we bring you cutting-edge advancements that translate into significant improvements and benefits for you. We’re not just striving for better solutions, we’re delivering them, with newer, more efficient equipment and smarter, more effective programs, services and customized solutions that integrate seamlessly into your processes. Whatever the type or size of your business, PADNOS helps you get more value from your scrap metal, paper, plastics and electronics, and more return on your investment.

Our ability to innovate is second to none, so tell us what you need—we'll make it happen.
PADNOS has been transforming scrap into reusable resources for over 100 years. We’re a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated company with extensive capabilities, deep resources and many locations to handle your biggest challenges—as well as the agility and enthusiasm to provide swift, responsive service. Boosting efficiency and savings, reducing hassles, and improving your environmental impact are what we do best.
 

A PADNOS job could be the career opportunity of your lifetime.

PADNOS offers opportunities at every level for smart, hardworking individuals ready to start a lifelong career. While each PADNOS position has special skill requirements, we’re always seeking customer-focused candidates who approach problem solving creatively, are committed to continuous improvement, and enjoy working collaboratively in a team environment. PADNOS is an equal opportunity employer and in keeping with our values, employment is subject to full background and reference checks, physical examination, and drug testing.

There are significant advantages to working with PADNOS.
At PADNOS, we care about the well-being of our team members. Our excellent benefits package gives team members the flexibility to identify and achieve physical as well as financial goals. At PADNOS, you may be eligible for: health, dental, vision and supplemental life insurance; flexible spending account; profit sharing; 401(k); education assistance; scholarship program for dependent children; first-time homeowner program; holiday and vacation pay; and more.