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They just need to come back. Today Redwood is the largest lithium-ion battery recycler in North America - recovering, refining, and redeploying critical minerals from end-of-life batteries back into the supply chain. On the energy side, Redwood has deployed the largest second-life battery project in the world, delivering power to AI data centers in months rather than years using proprietary energy architecture engineered entirely in-house. The company is profitable, the market it operates in is projected to grow 20 to 50 times over the next decade, and Redwood is the only company with the supply chain, the technology, and the operational scale to lead it.\nProduction Associate\nThe Production Operations Associate will ensure the efficient movement and processing of materials to support production goals, facilitate the timely receipt of raw materials, and prepare finished goods for shipment in a collaborative work environment under specific safety and quality guidelines.\nResponsibilities will include:\nSupport day-to-day operations of a continuously running production line, including material sampling, forklift operation, and performing actions within Ignition and other Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)\nOperate and train on material processing and manufacturing equipment, including material conveyance systems, shredding and milling equipment, and material screening and separation systems\nOperate and train on powered industrial trucks (PIT), including but not limited to forklifts and reach trucks\nPick, stage, and load materials and inventory required for production areas\nReceive inbound shipments of raw materials, maintenance parts, and engineering equipment from suppliers\nMaintain accurate data and transactions within a Warehouse Management System (WMS) and generate reports to support operational and management decisions\nParticipate in physical inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation activities to ensure inventory accuracy\nFollow established material flow strategies to improve operational efficiency and minimize downtime\nSupport and model quality control practices to ensure materials meet production and safety standards\nFoster a culture of safety and compliance, with a strong focus on the safe use of production and material-handling equipment\nDesired Qualifications:\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is preferred.\nExperience working in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial environment preferred\nFamiliarity with hazardous material handling practices; HAZWOPER certification preferred, or the ability to obtain certification\nExperience working in required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety shoes, hard hats, disposable coveralls, and Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPRs)\nBasic computer skills and comfort using systems such as HMIs, tablets, or inventory and production tracking software\nAbility to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety protocols, and quality standards\nStrong attention to detail with a commitment to safety, quality, and accuracy\nAbility to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced, continuously operating environment\nWillingness to learn new processes, equipment, and technologies through on-the-job training\nAbility to follow verbal and written instructions and provide clear updates or feedback as needed.\nReliable and dependable, with flexibility to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, or overtime as needed.\nA passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!\nShifts Available:\nShift A: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday-Thursday, working every other Wednesday\nShift C: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Thursday-Saturday, working every other Wednesday\nPhysical Requirements:\nAbility to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.\nAbility to complete a respiratory fit test and respiratory medical evaluation\nAbility to work with Tyvek suits, Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR), and other personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time (up to a full shift)\nAbility to climb ladders and stairs\nAbility to operate and train on equipment such as forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and other specialized machinery\nWorking Conditions:\nWork may be performed in a variety of environments, including office, indoor industrial, and outdoor settings\nExposure to environmental conditions such as loud noise, dust, chemicals, and extreme heat or cold\nAbility to work in challenging conditions for extended periods of time, including varying temperatures and industrial environments\nMay be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate\nThe position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.\nWe collect personal information (PI) from you in connection with your application for employment with Redwood Materials, including the following categories of PI: identifiers, personal records, professional or employment information, and inferences drawn from your PI. We collect your PI for our purposes, including performing services and operations related to your potential employment. 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