Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators

Operate specialized heating equipment.

Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators operate or tend heating equipment other than basic metal, plastic, or food processing equipment. They may dry lumber, cure rubber, or boil soap, for example.

Wages	$36.58 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Good
Education & Training	High School or less is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Data not available
On the Job	Work Activities Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products. Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment. Melt metal, plastic, or other materials to prepare for production. Remove products or workpieces from production equipment. Skim impurities from molten metal. Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning. Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements. Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences. Calculate specific material, equipment, or labor requirements for production. Confer with others to resolve production problems or equipment malfunctions.
Career Pathways	Production
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