TRD Operator – 1st Shift

Fairless Hills, PA
Full Time
Recovery Operations
Mid Level

Sibanye-Stillwater | Fairless Hills, PA
$18.50/hour • Full-time • Onsite • 1st Shift

Sibanye-Stillwater is seeking a dependable and safety-focused TRD Operator to join our Thermal Reduction Department (TRD) in Fairless Hills, PA.

This is a hands-on manufacturing role supporting the safe and efficient thermal processing of materials. As a TRD Operator, you’ll operate industrial equipment, monitor production processes, maintain accurate records, and work alongside your team to keep operations running safely and efficiently.

Ready to Make an Impact

If you enjoy hands-on work, operating industrial equipment, and being part of a team where safety and reliability matter, this is an opportunity to build your manufacturing experience while contributing to responsible material processing and precious metals recycling.

What You Will Do

• Operate thermal processing and related industrial equipment in accordance with established procedures
• Load, process, and move materials safely throughout the department
• Record before and after weights of material lots being processed
• Complete equipment startup checks and verify systems are operating properly
• Monitor and record operating temperatures and other required production information
• Observe equipment during operation and report irregularities, malfunctions, or safety concerns
• Monitor equipment and systems associated with the thermal processing operation
• Accurately complete production paperwork and enter required operational data
• Operate a forklift and other material-handling equipment as assigned
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
• Follow standard operating procedures, safety requirements, and environmental guidelines
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Communicate equipment, material, quality, or production concerns to the Supervisor or Manager
• Support the team in meeting daily production goals safely and efficiently
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial experience preferred
• Experience operating industrial equipment, incinerators, boilers, drying ovens, or similar machinery is a plus
• Forklift experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures
• Basic math, documentation, and data-entry skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Dependable, safety-focused, and willing to learn
• Reliable transportation required due to limited public transportation access

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to push or pull heavier materials and equipment as required
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, and pull throughout the workday
• Ability to work around industrial equipment for extended periods
• Ability to work in industrial conditions that may include heat, noise, odors, dirt, and varying temperatures
• Ability to wear required PPE, which may include safety glasses, safety footwear, gloves, hearing protection, protective clothing, and respiratory protection

Schedule & Benefits

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday
• $18.50 per hour
• Full-time, onsite position in Fairless Hills, PA
• Overtime may be available or required based on operational needs
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Safety shoe allowance
• Company-sponsored events and team lunches
• On-the-job training and opportunities to develop your manufacturing skills

Compliance Requirements

• Must meet applicable ITAR and NAID requirements
• Ability to successfully complete required background screening, drug testing, and pre-employment medical clearance
• Must complete required environmental, hazardous waste, and safety training applicable to the position

Ready for Your Next Opportunity?

If you’re dependable, safety-minded, and ready for a hands-on manufacturing role, apply today and join the Sibanye-Stillwater Thermal Reduction team in Fairless Hills!

Sibanye-Stillwater is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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