Production Operator

About SKtes

SKtes is a global leader in secure and sustainable technology lifecycle management services. From secure IT asset disposition to advanced materials recovery, our approach is built on a simple principle: extending the value of resources while minimising environmental impact.

Our long-standing commitment to responsible recycling has delivered meaningful impact—supporting circularity, reducing landfill waste, and enabling organisations to meet both sustainability and data security goals. We believe that responsible recycling today is critical to sustaining tomorrow.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Production Operator to support battery recycling and production activities within our recycling plant. The role involves operating and monitoring equipment, handling materials and finished products, performing basic maintenance, and ensuring safe and efficient plant operations. The successful candidate will also support housekeeping (5S), continuous improvement initiatives, and comply with all safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and monitor production and recycling equipment safely and efficiently.

Perform battery pre-processing, recycling preparation, and material handling activities.

Handle product collection, packaging, and transfer of production materials.

Conduct routine equipment checks, start-up, shutdown, flushing, and changeover activities.

Carry out basic maintenance, housekeeping, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Maintain accurate production and operational records.

Adhere to all company safety, environmental, quality, and security requirements.

Perform any other duties assigned by the Team Leader or Production Supervisor.

Requirements

Minimum Secondary School education.

Valid Singapore WSQ Forklift Operator Certificate.

Basic understanding of workplace safety and equipment operating procedures.

Able to perform manual handling and work in a plant/manufacturing environment.

Candidates with no prior experience are welcome to apply; comprehensive training will be provided.

Since our formation in 2005, TES has been a global leader in providing IT Lifecycle Services, offering bespoke solutions that help customers manage the commissioning, deployment and retirement of Information Technology (IT) assets. We understand the common challenges faced when managing IT equipment throughout its lifecycle, providing cost effective solutions whilst achieving compliance with all local and international data security, environmental, and industry regulations.

A new facility for recycling lithium-ion batteries found in mobile phones and electrical vehicles is set to open in Feb 2020. It will recycle 14 tonnes of lithium-ion batteries or equivalent of 280,000 smartphones batteries each day.