Plant Material Handler

Cyclic Materials is building a resilient circular supply chain for rare earth elements and other critical materials. Through our fully integrated proprietary technology platform, we recover rare earths from end-of-life products and transform them into high-purity materials used to produce new permanent magnets. These magnets are critical to the modern economy, underpinning AI, automotive, e-mobility, electronics, semiconductor, energy, defense, and other advanced manufacturing sectors.

Founded in 2021, Cyclic Materials has rapidly become a category leader in rare earth recovery, achieving commercial operations in less than five years. We currently operate facilities in Ontario and Arizona, with further expansion underway in South Carolina. Backed by investment accounts advised by T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc., alongside strategic investors including Microsoft, Amazon, Hitachi Ventures, BMW i Ventures, Jaguar Land Rover’s InMotion fund, Energy Impact Partners, ArcTern Ventures, and Fifth Wall, we are scaling quickly and building the industrial backbone required to meet growing global demand for a secure and sustainable supply of rare earths.

We have established an extensive and growing network of commercial partnerships with global industry leaders such as Solvay, Vattenfall, Lime, and VACUUMSCHMELZE, enabling the rapid deployment of recycled rare earth materials into real-world supply chains. Joining Cyclic Materials means tackling complex and exciting challenges at scale alongside a team committed to strong execution and measurable impact. If you are motivated by building critical infrastructure and advancing the circular economy, join us and help accelerate the growth of rare earth recycling.

Job Overview: 

Reporting to the warehouse supervisor,  you will be responsible for the receiving, shipment and movement of materials within the plant. Your duties will encompass all things related to material movement and inventory tracking within the plant. You will regularly operate forklifts and pallet jacks in the execution of your duties. You will be based onsite in Mesa, AZ.

Key Responsibilities:

Preproduction activities include:

• Collaborate with operations supervisor to finalize operating consumables storage locations
• Organize, inventory and put-away all operating consumables
• Label inventory racks and storage areas as agreed for easy identification
• Complete preproduction training

Postproduction activities include:

• Organizing inbound and outbound loads
• Receiving materials and putting them away in the appropriate storage location
• Loading trucks for outbound shipments
• Use forklift and pallet jack to move palletized material within the plant including:
  • Transferring material to and from the production lines for feeding or storing of end products
• Weighing of materials and entering information into inventory management system
• Receiving of goods in the inventory management system
• Conducting cycle counts and ensuring inventory accuracy
• Maintaining accurate inventory records
• Other responsibilities as required

Qualifications:

• Understand general functioning of a warehouse and logistics
• Skilled operator of material handling equipment including:
  •  forklift, pallet jack, pump cart etc.
• Proficient in Excel and basic understanding of inventory management. 
• Ability to operate in a dynamic fast past environment, with a high sense of urgency.
• Experience with product sampling, such as metals and concentrates, a plus. 

Working Conditions:

• This position may require working in outdoor or indoor environments, with exposure to noise, dust, and varying weather conditions.
• The job may involve shift work, weekend shifts, or on-call availability depending on operational needs.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times

Why You Will Love Cyclic Materials  

• At Cyclic Materials, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journey
• We offer a competitive compensation package including Health and Dental coverage, RRSP (Canada)/ 401K (USA) contributions and a generous paid time off program that lets you recharge
• We value diversity and are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone is respected and recognized for their contributions

The base compensation offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Cyclic Materials is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please email HumanResources@cyclicmaterials.earth. Applicants for roles in Canada or the United States must be authorized to work in the applicable country without current or future sponsorship from Cyclic Materials, including for an H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN, L1-A visa, or any other non-immigrant status.

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.