Season 3 – Episode 4: Manufacturing Jobs That Make a Difference

In episode 4 of REPURPOSED, we follow the molten flow of recycled aluminum as it transforms into an aluminum ingot, a high value, high demand product powering the U.S.automotive industry and beyond. From wheels and cylinder heads to alternator and transmission housing, recycled aluminum is everywhere in your car and it’s worth more than people realize. We explore how this vital material moves through casting lines, solidifies into ingots, and is shipped to die casters to make the parts that keep our world running. But this episode goes even deeper highlighting how manufacturing and recycling industries create career opportunities, support local economies, and redefine sustainability. At Toyota’s Missouri plant and its supplier MOST, team leaders share how these industries offer real pathways for advancement!