7.2. Production Operator

Energy Vault; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clean mining and metals production startup seeks a dedicated Production Operator in Burlington. This role is critical for the production of rare earth metals and requires a reliable individual with experience in high-temperature environments. Join a passionate team committed to sustainability and innovative technologies.

Benefits

100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company

Flexible vacation policy

Parental leave

Learning and development opportunities

Team events and celebrations

Qualifications

• Prior experience in metal, chemical, or high-temperature environments is required.
• Ability to work various shifts in a 24/7 production schedule.
• Familiarity with equipment like furnaces and mixers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor industrial equipment for metal production.
• Perform batch processes involving high-temperature furnaces.
• Follow SOPs and maintain safety protocols.

Skills

Reliability

Safety-focused

Strong work ethic

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Experience in high-temperature industrial environments

Tools

Industrial equipment

Job description

About Phoenix Tailings

Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly-growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the next generation of our economy.

Why Phoenix Tailings

At Phoenix Tailings, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you are someone who shares our relentless pursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this is the place for you.

Our Values:

● You are only crazy if you are wrong, it’s ok to be wrong

● Lead with Compassion

● Be Resourceful

● Listen

● Hustle

Who We Are Looking For:

Phoenix Tailings is looking for a hands-on, dedicated Production Operator to help power our 24/7 production of critical metals in Burlington, MA. As we scale up operations, your work will directly contribute to building the infrastructure needed for tomorrow’s technologies — from electric vehicles to clean energy. We’re seeking individuals who are reliable, safety-focused, and thrive in high-intensity environments like those involving high temperatures, molten materials, or chemical processes. Ideally, this candidate will train and work in our Burlington, MA facility then transfer to our brand-new Rare Earth metal refining facility in Exeter, NH.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor industrial equipment used in the production of rare earth and critical metals
• Perform batch processes involving high-temperature furnaces and molten materials
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols in a dynamic manufacturing setting
• Record process data and maintain accurate production logs
• Inspect and maintain equipment to ensure continuous, safe operation
• Handle raw materials and finished products in accordance with material handling guidelines
• Support troubleshooting efforts to resolve equipment and process issues
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment at all times
• Communicate clearly with team members during shift handoffs and status updates

Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in a metal, chemical, or high-temperature industrial environment
• Ability and willingness to work various shifts as part of a 24/7 production schedule (including nights, weekends, holidays)
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety and operational excellence
• Familiarity with industrial equipment such as furnaces, reactors, mixers, or kilns
• Comfort working in physically demanding environments (e.g., high heat, protective gear, standing for long periods)
• Basic mechanical aptitude and understanding of process flow

We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:

• Healthcare, we care about you and your family:100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Stock:Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
• Family Focus:Parental leave and flexibility for families.
• Time Off:Flexible vacation policy to encourage people to get out and see the world.
• Team Fun:Regularly scheduled events, and celebrations.
• Learning:Learning and development Opportunities to grow your skills and career.
• Great team:Working with fun, hard-working, kind people committed to making a difference!
• Flexible culture:We are results-focused. We don’t work at the office every day.

At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining.

Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other applicable protected characteristics, and these characteristics will not be a factor for consideration of any work-related decisions (including but not limited to hiring, firing, compensation, and discipline).