Metal-Refining Furnace Operators

Operate furnaces to melt or refine metal.

Metal-Refining Furnace Operators operate or tend furnaces (such as gas, oil, coal, electric-arc or electric induction) to melt and refine metal before it is turned into steel parts.

Wages	$25.13 per hour on average
Outlook	Statewide data not available
Education & Training	High School or less is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Data not available
On the Job	Work Activities Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions. Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions. Adjust equipment controls to regulate coolant flow. Adjust equipment controls to regulate gas flow. Adjust flow of electricity to tools or production equipment. Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment. Collect samples of materials or products for testing. Ignite fuel to activate heating equipment. Skim impurities from molten metal. Inspect production equipment.
Career Pathways	Production
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