Production Operator - Evenings

USA Rare Earth and the Serra Verde Group are building the world's leading rare earth enterprise: a pioneering global advanced materials company that excels at every stage of the value chain, from the earth to the magnet and beyond, deploying that expertise with courage, integrity and an uncompromising commitment to responsible practice. We will be the partner of choice for nations, industries and communities that depend on a secure, sustainable supply of the rare earths and other critical materials and derivative technologies that power the modern world.

The Critical Elements of Progress - Delivered Responsibly - At Global Scale.

The world is being remade. New energy systems are augmenting old ones. New technologies are redefining what is possible in every aspect of our lives. And at the heart of this transformation are the rare earths and other critical elements we produce. We exist to supply these materials. Responsibly. Reliably. At Scale. Across the World.

We command the full value chain — and we configure it with precision to reliably serve the needs of growing global and local markets alike. Our people bring world-class technology and deep operational know-how to every step of that chain, ensuring the materials we deliver are produced at scale to the highest standards of quality, efficiency and environmental responsibility. We take that responsibility seriously. We build supply chains that are secure, transparent, diversified and resilient. We create lasting value for our shareholders, our employees, our communities and the societies in whose success we share.

Our organizational model is based on the principle of clear accountability and the creation of entrepreneurial enclaves which define business units reflecting the natural components of our supply chain. Each Business Unit retains a profit motive and the responsibly to deliver shareholder returns. However, this cannot occur at the expense of overall Group value.

THE ROLE

Our Production Operator performs skilled tasks in rare earth magnet production, including machine operation, basic troubleshooting, and quality checks. This role requires familiarity with production equipment and the ability to work with limited supervision.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Equipment Operation & Process Control

• Operate primary magnet production equipment, such as pressing, sintering furnaces, and machining stations.
• Perform setup and changeover of machines following established procedures.
• Monitor process parameters, and adjust settings within allowable limits.

Quality & Troubleshooting

• Conduct in-process quality inspections using gauges, calipers, or microscopy tools.
• Identify and communicate equipment issues or process deviations.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and process adjustments.

Documentation, Safety & Training

• Maintain accurate documentation for lot traceability and quality compliance.
• Handle rare earth materials safely, and follow contamination-control practices.
• Assist in training new Operator I personnel.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 1–3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and workflows.
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and process adjustments.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently.
• Consistent adherence to safety and quality standards.

CORE COMPETENCIES & KEY ATTRIBUTES

Courage & Pioneering Spirit

Speaks up when a process drifts or a machine does not run right, and works through unfamiliar problems on the line.

Integrity & Transparency

Records lot, quality, and process data accurately, and reports deviations and equipment issues even when they are unwelcome.

Personal Responsibility & Zero Harm

Follows safety and contamination-control practices every shift, and stops the machine when conditions are unsafe.

Excellence & Innovation

Keeps process parameters within limits and suggests practical improvements to setups and workflows.

Agility & Entrepreneurial Drive

Adapts to changeovers and shifting production needs, and takes ownership of the machines and lots assigned to them.

Partnership & Shared Value

Works with setup operators, technicians, and supervisors, and helps train new Operator I personnel.

LIVING OUR VALUES

The successful candidate will be an influential member of the Production team and champion of our company values: Courage & Pioneering Spirit, Integrity & Transparency, Personal Responsibility & Zero Harm, Excellence & Innovation, Agility & Entrepreneurial Drive, and Partnership & Shared Value. You will model these values in all interactions and help your colleagues embody them in every aspect of Production Operator work.

This is an extraordinary opportunity to produce the rare earth magnets that power energy, mobility, and national security as we build the first vertically integrated ex-China rare earth supply chain. If you are a dependable, safety-minded operator with solid manufacturing experience who takes pride in consistent results, we would like to hear from you.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Specific vision abilities, including close vision and distance vision.
• Regularly walk, stand, move, sit, carry, bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, and lift.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, and talk and hear.
• Lift and move boxes or packages not exceeding 20 pounds.
• Some work stress inherent to the position and extended work hours may be required.

The work environment will be a mix of a typical office environment, a manufacturing floor and a construction site.
Noise level: Normal office, manufacturing and construction noises.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. The reporting relationship may not reflect the most recent changes to the corporation.

USA Rare Earth proudly supports Equal Employment Opportunities.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

If you require assistance with the application process due to a disability, please contact people@usare.com to discuss reasonable accommodations.