Production Technician

Golden Aluminum; Fort Lupton (CO); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 33,062,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage $20+

Quarterly bonus

Night shift differential $3/hr

401k match

Health insurance + HSA

Gym reimbursement

3-day weekend every other week

Job summary

Golden Aluminum in Fort Lupton, CO is seeking Production Technicians to operate heavy foundry equipment in a safe, high‑volume environment. You will work on presses, mills, casters, ovens and more, ensuring continuous flow and adherence to quality standards.

You must pass a pre‑employment drug test, be able to work a 12‑hour 2x2x3 schedule, lift up to 50 lbs, and use basic Microsoft tools. We offer competitive pay from $20+ per hour, quarterly bonuses, and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Pass pre-employment drug test per federal law.
• Work any shift (2x2x3 schedule), 12 hours per shift.
• Have basic Microsoft computer skills and basic math skills.
• Work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Adherence to all safety protocols.
• Responsible for ensuring that product is continuously flowing while visually inspecting to ensure quality standards and customer specifications are met.
• Operating forklifts.
• Monitoring machine calibrations and adjusting as required.
• Set up and tear down machines safely.
• Maintain Quality control levels as set by Golden Aluminum.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating manuals and procedures.

Skills

Safety awareness

Microsoft basics

Math skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Company Overview

The future. It’s on you. You & Golden Aluminum. We are a continuous casting aluminum rolling mill who established operations in 1984 and located in Fort Lupton Colorado, 35 miles north of downtown Denver. We care about our environment, our people, and our community. We’re honored to be selected by the Department of Energy to receive up to $22.3 million in investment supporting our Nexcast Mini Mill and other breakthrough projects which will steer the aluminum industry toward a greener, decarbonized future.

• $20+ per hour (Dependent on Qualifications)
• Up to $1,200 quarterly bonus
• $3 per hour night shift differential
• 401k Company Match
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance with generous company contributions to your Health Savings Account
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Work schedule that offers 3-day weekend every other week

Production Technician Job Summary

Production Technicians are responsible for the daily operation of heavy, moderately complex foundry equipment in a manufacturing environment. Production Technicians work on a variety of equipment including: presses, mills, casters, shredders, ovens, annealers, and/or slitters. Production Technician duties include:

• Adherence to all safety protocols
• Responsible for ensuring that product is continuously flowing while visually inspecting to ensure quality standards and customer specifications are met.
• Monitoring machine calibrations and adjusting as required
• Set up and tear down machines safely
• Maintain Quality control levels as set by Golden Aluminum.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating manuals and procedures.

Production Technician Benefits

• $20+ per hour (Dependent on Qualifications)
• Up to $1,200 quarterly bonus
• $3 per hour night shift differential
• 401k Company Match
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance with generous company contributions to your Health Savings Account
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Work schedule that offers 3-day weekend every other week

Description

Company Overview

The future. It’s on you. You & Golden Aluminum. We are a continuous casting aluminum rolling mill who established operations in 1984 and located in Fort Lupton Colorado, 35 miles north of downtown Denver. We care about our environment, our people, and our community. We’re honored to be selected by the Department of Energy to receive up to $22.3 million in investment supporting our Nexcast Mini Mill and other breakthrough projects which will steer the aluminum industry toward a greener, decarbonized future.

• $20+ per hour (Dependent on Qualifications)
• Up to $1,200 quarterly bonus
• $3 per hour night shift differential
• 401k Company Match
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance with generous company contributions to your Health Savings Account
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Work schedule that offers 3-day weekend every other week

Production Technician Job Summary

Production Technicians are responsible for the daily operation of heavy, moderately complex foundry equipment in a manufacturing environment. Production Technicians work on a variety of equipment including: presses, mills, casters, shredders, ovens, annealers, and/or slitters. Production Technician duties include:

• Adherence to all safety protocols
• Responsible for ensuring that product is continuously flowing while visually inspecting to ensure quality standards and customer specifications are met.
• Operating forklifts
• Monitoring machine calibrations and adjusting as required
• Set up and tear down machines safely
• Maintain Quality control levels as set by Golden Aluminum.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating manuals and procedures.

Requirements

• Demonstrate the ability to work safely in manufacturing environment
• Pass pre-employment drug test based on federal law (includes marijuana).
• Work any shift (2x2x3 schedule), 12 hours per shifts, alternating day/nights every 6 weeks.
• Have basic Microsoft computer skills and possess basic/fundamental math skills.
• Work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Have strong attention to detail identifying defects and suggesting corrections.
• Physically able to lift, carry and move up to 50 lbs.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Because Golden Aluminum thrives on the power of diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect, and contribution, we are committed to giving every qualified applicant and employee an equal opportunity.