Tampa Plant Operator- Pay Up to $28.64/hour

Are you driven by the desire to create a positive impact on our planet? Are you looking for a career with job security where you can make a difference in your community, preserve the environment, and create a fulfilling future for yourself! Look no further! Gopher Resource invites passionate individuals to join our team and help us make the world a better place, one battery at a time. We have availability in multiple plant production areas on days or nights (due to availability). You will be fully trained for approximately 5 weeks on days before you begin your regular 12-hour rotating shift schedule. Starting pay ranges between $25.84-$28.64/hour depending on the assigned work area plus a $.60 shift differential for working night shift. **About Us:** Gopher Resource is a pioneer in environmental solutions with over 75 years of expertise in recycling lead batteries across North America. Our unwavering dedication to sustainable practices and cutting-edge technologies ensures that we both safeguard the environment and foster a culture of innovation. **Why Join Us?** At Gopher Resource, we provide a blend of opportunity and support to all employees. We offer the resources and advanced technologies of large corporations alongside the close-knit community and accessibility to leadership that defines a smaller company. This unique environment empowers you to achieve your goals while feeling valued and appreciated. **What We Offer:** - **Training for Growth:** Elevate your skills and advance your career with our comprehensive training programs. - **Tuition Reimbursement:** Pursue further education with confidence, supported by our generous tuition reimbursement program. - **Drive Change:** Become part of a dynamic company committed to health, safety, and environmental stewardship, where your efforts directly contribute to positive change. - **Cutting-Edge Facilities:** Work in state-of-the-art facilities equipped with advanced technology, providing you with the tools you need to succeed. - **Green Jobs:** Join a team of like-minded individuals dedicated to protecting the planet and creating a sustainable future for generations to come. **Position Overview:** - Pay: $25.84-$28.64/hour (depending on assigned work area) - Shifts: - 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am (depending on dept./availability) - 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am (depending on dept./availability) - Shift Differential Pay: .60 for 2nd shift. - Quarterly Bonus Opportunities- Max bonus potential up to $6,000 annually - Additional Perks Include: - Generous Healthcare Benefits - Paid Breaks - 401k + Company Match - Paid Time Off - Tuition 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 while 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. - Ability to climb and perform work at varying heigh…