Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders

Top 3 furnace operator Jobs

  • Furnace operator - Nighshift - Potters Industries Inc - Canby, OR

    Base Pay Starting at - $23.18/HR plus $1.50 per hour night premium Potters Industries in Canby, OR is seeking qualified candidates for our Furnace / Grinding Operator 's position. We are looking for ...

  • Furnace Operator - HiFyve - Golden, CO

    HiFyve has a client in Golden, CO that is hiring for several Furnace / Kiln Operator / Mechanics (formal title is a Plant Operator )! $25-$35/hr. Full Benefits Package DIRECT HIRE / PERMANENT ROLES ...

  • Melting-Labor - BREWTON IRON WORKS LLC - Brewton, AL

    Melting - Furnace Operator Job Location: Brewton, AL Position Type: Full Time Foundry workers typically work 40 hours per week, but they may work overtime during busy periods. Job Duties: Making ...

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What They Do

Operate or tend heating equipment other than basic metal, plastic, or food processing equipment. Includes activities such as annealing glass, drying lumber, curing rubber, removing moisture from materials, or boiling soap.


Salary

  • 2020 employment: 17,800
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $43,710

Job Outlook

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 900
  • Growth rate: 5 percent (Slower than average)

How to Become One

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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