Production Associate

Build Your Future at a World-Class Aluminum Recycling Facility

Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you want the opportunity to grow your skills, build a career, and be part of a company that makes our world better? At EGA Spectro Alloys, you’ll join a team that powers one of the most advanced aluminum recycling operations in the industry.

Located in Rosemount, Minnesota, EGA Spectro Alloys is a modern, high-volume aluminum recycling and foundry operation where innovation, teamwork, and hard work drive everything we do. We continuously grow and invest in our people, processes, and technology – and we’re looking for motivated team members who want to grow with us. No experience? No problem. We provide the training, support, and hands-on experience needed to succeed. What matters most is your attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn.

Our Production Associates are the backbone of the plant. In this role, you’ll gain exposure to multiple production areas and develop valuable industrial skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. One week you may work near the furnaces, another week supporting finishing operations or material handling. If you’re dependable, safety-focused, and work well with others, we want to hear from you.

Compensation & Schedule

At Spectro, we believe in promoting from within and developing talent. Many of our skilled operators and leaders started in this role.

• Starting Wage: $25.00/hour
• Night Shift Premium: Additional $1.30/hour
• Schedule: Rotating 3-2-2-3 schedule (3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off)
• Shift Times:
  • Days: 4:45 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Nights: 4:45 PM – 5:00 AM

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package to support you and your family:

• Medical insurance options (Co-pay plan and HDHP) with substantial company contribution
• Company-paid dental and vision coverage (with medical enrollment)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays, including your birthday
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual clothing allowance

What You’ll Do

This is a hands-on role in a dynamic manufacturing environment where you’ll contribute to daily operations while building valuable skills and experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Safely stack and handle aluminum ingots (approximately 28 lbs each)
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet company standards
• Operate forklifts and other equipment (training provided)
• Assist with routine maintenance and general plant operations
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required protective equipment
• Work collaboratively with teammates to support production goals

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for reliable, hard-working individuals who take pride in doing quality work and want to grow their careers.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working in hot and cold environments
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Commitment to safety and teamwork

Why Join EGA Spectro Alloys?

Aluminum is the world’s greatest recycling success story, and Spectro is at the heart of it. This is an opportunity to work at a state-of-the-art facility that is shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing. Our employees are part of a team that values safety, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

At Spectro, hard work is recognized, growth opportunities are real, and employees have the chance to build long-term careers in a thriving industry. If you’re motivated to learn, contribute, and advance, you can build an exciting future here.

EGA Spectro Alloys is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We foster a safe, respectful, and professional workplace where individuals are valued for their skills, work ethic, and contributions. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.