Production Associate

• About Redwood Materials
• Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse
• recycling — keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017, we’re delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.
• Production Associate
• The Operations Associate will ensure the efficient movement and processing of materials to support production goals, facilitate the timely receipt of raw materials
• prepare finished goods for shipment in a collaborative work environment under specific safety and quality guidelines.
• Responsibilities will include:
• Foster a culture of safety compliance, with a focus on the use of production and operational equipment.
• Operate and train on material processing and manufacturing equipment such as material conveyance, shredding and milling, and material screening and separating.
• Pick and load inventory needed for production areas.
• Maintain data and transactions within a Warehouse Management System and create reports to support management decision making.
• Establish and model quality control mechanisms.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Support the internal flow of material to support production requirements.
• Receive inbound shipments from suppliers of raw materials, maintenance parts, and engineering equipment.
• Participate in physical inventory audits, cycle counts, etc. to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Follow material flow strategies to improve operational efficiency.
• Operate and train on material movement equipment such as: PIT equipment, including, but not limited to,reach truck and forklift.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• As business demands change, additional essential responsibilities may be assigned

Desired Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is preferred.
• Hazardous Materials Handling Knowledge: Familiar with hazardous material handling practices; HAZWOPER certification preferred, or the ability to obtain certification, to safely manage and respond to hazardous situations.
• Physical Stamina & Mobility: Ability to perform physical tasks such as bending, lifting, twisting, climbing, standing, and walking, including working in multi-level facilities and navigating various plant areas.
• Respirator & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Usage: Must be able to wear and work with respiratory protection (e.g., respirators or PAPRs) and other necessary PPE in compliance with safety standards.
• Passion for Sustainability: A strong commitment to sustainability practices and contributing to environmental stewardship and safety within the plant, with a focus on making a positive impact on the world.
• Exceptional command of the English language, with advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous experience in warehousing or logistics, with a solid understanding of inventory management and operational workflows.
• A demonstrated track record of prioritizing and maintaining safety standards in all work environments.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA
• local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently throughout the workday while performing operational and production-related tasks.
• Ability to sit occasionally for administrative, training, or computer-based activities.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements associated with equipment operation, material handling, and routine production activities.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move materials weighing 25 to 50 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally bend, twist, reach above shoulder height, and climb stairs or ladders while performing job duties.
• Ability to safely operate mobile equipment, including forklifts and other powered industrial trucks, as required.
• Ability to use computers, tablets, scanners, and other electronic devices for data entry and operational tasks.
• Working Conditions:
• Work is primarily performed in an industrial manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to indoor and outdoor conditions.
• Frequent exposure to dust, fumes, and airborne particulates associated with production and material processing activities.
• Continuous exposure to elevated noise levels requiring the use of appropriate hearing protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to work around moving mechanical equipment, industrial machinery, and powered material handling equipment.
• Occasional work at elevated heights while following established safety procedures and fall protection requirements.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including temperature fluctuations and changing weather conditions when working outdoors.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, or overtime as business needs dictate.
• The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
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