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 (2nd shift) - American Metal Processing - Warren, MI

    AMP is looking for a reliable person to work as a furnace operator on our 2nd shift. Primary hours for 2nd shift are 3 PM to 11 PM, usually Mon-Fri but often 6 or 7 days/week. If you have some of ...

  • Furnace Operator (Heat Treat Specialist) - Parker Hannifin Corporation Parker Aerospace Group - Kent, WA

    Furnace Operator (Heat Treat Specialist) Location: KENT, WA, United States Job Family : Manufacturing Job Type : Regular Posted : Apr 22, 2024 Job ID: 48486 Back to Search Results Job Description ...

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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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