Recycler vs dispatch, machine runner

The differences between recyclers and dispatches, machine runner can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 6-12 months to become both a recycler and a dispatch, machine runner. Additionally, a dispatch, machine runner has an average salary of $30,230, which is higher than the $30,026 average annual salary of a recycler.

The top three skills for a recycler include OSHA, basic math and safety regulations. The most important skills for a dispatch, machine runner are front desk, , and .

Recycler vs dispatch, machine runner overview

	Recycler	Dispatch, Machine Runner
Yearly salary	$30,026	$30,230
Hourly rate	$14.44	$14.53
Growth rate	7%	17%
Number of jobs	358	44,317
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 52%	High School Diploma, 49%
Average age	43	43
Years of experience	12	12

Recycler vs dispatch, machine runner salary

Recyclers and dispatches, machine runner have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Recycler	Dispatch, Machine Runner
Average salary	$30,026	$30,230
Salary range	Between $21,000 And $42,000	Between $22,000 And $40,000
Highest paying City	Cleveland, OH	-
Highest paying state	Maine	-
Best paying company	Bob's Discount Furniture	-
Best paying industry	Utilities	-

Differences between recycler and dispatch, machine runner education

There are a few differences between a recycler and a dispatch, machine runner in terms of educational background:

	Recycler	Dispatch, Machine Runner
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 52%	High School Diploma, 49%
Most common major	General Studies	General Studies
Most common college	-	Duke University

Recycler vs dispatch, machine runner demographics

Here are the differences between recyclers' and dispatches, machine runner' demographics:

	Recycler	Dispatch, Machine Runner
Average age	43	43
Gender ratio	Male, 82.0% Female, 18.0%	Male, 63.5% Female, 36.5%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 10.4% Unknown, 4.1% Hispanic or Latino, 17.4% Asian, 6.6% White, 60.7% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%	Black or African American, 8.7% Unknown, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 21.0% Asian, 8.2% White, 57.1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
LGBT Percentage	5%	5%

Differences between recycler and dispatch, machine runner duties and responsibilities

Recycler example responsibilities.

Manage warehouse operations and maintain workflows and production schedules in alignment with company policies and federal regulations such as OSHA.
Recycle cans run a beller.
Calibrate instruments per ISO instructions.
Pick packing wraping sorting dismantle forklift
Organize and publicize composting workshops and bin sales.
Used tools such as torches and saws to cut up used products.

Dispatch, machine runner example responsibilities.

Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assign station and service areas.
Supply materials to spindles, conveyors, hoppers, or other feeding devices and unload package product.

Recycler vs dispatch, machine runner skills

Common recycler skills

OSHA, 23%
Basic Math, 17%
Safety Regulations, 10%
Recyclable Materials, 10%
Cardboard Boxes, 6%
Load Trucks, 6%

Common dispatch, machine runner skills

Front Desk, 100%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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