Eagan Plant Operator: $38.02/hr

Plant Operator Are you looking for a career with job security where you can make a difference in your community and preserve the environment while making $38.02/hour in Eagan, MN? Gopher Resource has never had a layoff or reduced hours since the business opened in 1946. At Gopher Resource, we are making the world a better place one battery at a time through the safe and efficient recycling of lead-based batteries throughout North America. As a Plant Operator, you collaborate with team members in the recycling process to meet team goals and ensure everyone's safety. After initial training, new hires are scheduled for 4 days on, 4 days off 12-hour shifts (approximately 6pm-6am). Additional perks include: Annual bonus potential Generous healthcare benefits 401k + company match Paid time off Paid breaks Tuition reimbursement Gym reimbursement Responsibilities: Consistently follow all standard operating procedures at assigned work area in plant Operate heavy mobile equipment safely and properly Keep assigned work area clean and in excellent working condition Work as part of a team and support fellow team members when needed Other duties as assigned by management Requirements: High school diploma or GED required Passing of all pre-employment testing which includes: Pre-hire assessment Criminal background check Employment and academic verifications Drug screen & physical Previous work experience in heavy industrial manufacturing environment strongly preferred, but not required Previous experience operating mobile equipment (e.g. forklift) preferred, but not required Proficient English (reading and writing) and math (adding, subtracting, multiplication) skills Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to perform essential job functions. Physical requirements: Ability to wear respiratory protection on production floor up with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to work in a hot production area wearing protective clothing with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to lift and/or carry up to 80 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Gopher Resource is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $37.22 per hour Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.