Furnace Operator - Thermal Destruction Department

Furnace Operator
Sibanye-Stillwater | Fairless Hills, PA
Full-time • Onsite • Day shift

Sibanye-Stillwater is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Furnace Operator to support metal melting operations within the Thermal Destruction Department. This hands-on role focuses on operating and monitoring furnaces used to melt non-ferrous metals while ensuring all production, quality, and safety standards are consistently met in a high-temperature industrial environment.

Ready to Make an Impact
If you take pride in precision, teamwork, and maintaining safe operations, this role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to reliable production and responsible material processing.

What You Will Do
• Operate induction, gas, or electric furnaces to melt non-ferrous metals
• Monitor metal temperatures and visual indicators to achieve specified melting conditions
• Safely pour molten metal into molds or ingots and prepare samples for laboratory analysis
• Accurately record production data and enter information into tracking systems
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in accordance with procedures
• Observe equipment during operation to identify irregularities or malfunctions
• Follow production schedules and meet operational and quality targets
• Submit maintenance requests and assist with minor repairs as needed

What You Bring
• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous experience in furnace, foundry, or metal processing operations preferred
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Basic arithmetic skills
• Team oriented with strong communication skills
• Proven commitment to safety and adherence to operating procedures
• Reliable transportation required due to limited public transportation access

Schedule & Benefits
• 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, onsite at Fairless Hills
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• 401k with company match
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick time, personal holiday, and community days
• Stable, mission-driven organization

Compliance Requirements
• Must meet ITAR and NAID eligibility requirements
• Ability to pass background screening and pre-employment drug testing

Apply today and help us support safe operations, production quality, and a more sustainable future.