Eagan Plant Operator: $38.02/hr

About the role

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.

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
• Ability to wear respiratory protection on production floor 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

Benefits

• Annual Bonus Potential
• Generous Healthcare Benefits
• 401k + Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Breaks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym Reimbursement

Pay

Starting Pay: $37.22/hour for the overnight shift plus a $0.80 shift differential, for a total of $38.02/hour.

Schedule

After initial training, new hires are scheduled for 4 days on, 4 days off 12‑hour shifts (approximately 6 pm–6 am).