Furnace Operator/Tender jobs in Kentucky
Furnace Operator/Tender sets-up, operates, maintains, and controls furnaces to melt metal to specified temperatures. Adjusts controls to regulate the furnace and to maintain specified temperature. Being a Furnace Operator/Tender requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Furnace Operator/Tender relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is expected. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Furnace Operator
- LanceSoft, Inc.
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Danville, KY
FULL_TIME
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Job Title: Furnace Operator
Job Designation- The Furnace Operator will be responsible for the setup and operation of a variety of machines and furnaces that are required in the day-to-day operations of the production facility.
- Monitor and record data and make adjustments as needed to achieve processing requirements. In addition, they must be able to troubleshoot while operating equipment, including performing and documenting limited preventative maintenance.
- Operate CNC machines, carbon layup equipment, and vapor infiltration / heat treat furnaces that require a high volume of training and attention to detail.
- Use material handling equipment including hoists and cranes, tow motors, pallet trucks, and other miscellaneous equipment.
- Comprehend and accurately follow specific detailed operational instructions and prints for job and setup operations. They may also be required to document specific detailed instructions and procedures. They must be able to follow specific quality criteria to maintain quality system requirements. They must be able to monitor, measure and record quality assurance data including, but not limited to, dimensions, weight, or other specific information.
- Use calipers, depth gauges, micrometers, and other measuring equipment as required in the performance of job responsibilities. They must also be able to correctly and accurately utilize computers and the appropriate software programs in the performance of their job responsibilities.
- Track orders, utilize appropriate equipment, and move material to enable the production process to flow efficiently and effectively. They will be required to order production and non-production materials necessary to the normal operation of the facility.
- Furnace Operators must be self-directed and flexible in the performance of job duties. They must be able to communicate information as required to all other individuals involved in the normal operation of the facility. They must be willing to work in teams for daily production and improvement opportunities. In addition, they must be able to perform receiving, packing, and shipping duties as assigned. They will also be required to perform plan housekeeping duties as necessary to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
- Responsible for quality of work performed, observing safe work practices and maintaining a safe and clean work area. Operators will be subjected to dust, fillings, chips, heat, and noise in the normal performance of their duties.
- Education: High School Diploma required.
- Certifications: Vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field preferred
- Years’ Experience: 2-4 years of relevant experience
- Skilled in the use of hand tools including calipers, depth gages, micrometers, and other measuring equipment, and machinery
- Ability to read various instructions
- Must be proficient in utilizing a standard computer keyboard and user friendly software
- Must be able to read and comprehend simple manufacturing prints and possess the skills needed to accomplish the print requirements
- Able to recognize and solve typical problems that can occur in own work area; evaluate and select solutions from established options
- Solid oral and written communication skills
- Good attention to detail
- Proficient computer skills
- The Furnace Operator will be responsible for the setup and operation of a variety of machines and furnaces that are required in the day-to-day operations of the production facility.
- 16 Days Ago
Furnace technician
- CoorsTek, Inc.
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Lexington, KY
FULL_TIME
- It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better. We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing. Job Titl...
- 29 Days Ago
Furnace Casting Operator
- Wieland
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Shelbyville, KY
OTHER
- Overview Wieland Wieland broke ground for a new recycling facility in Shelbyville, Kentucky, on June 29, 2022. The plant will melt and recycle copper and copper alloy scrap for use in manufacturing se...
- 4 Days Ago
Furnace Casting Operator
- Wieland Group
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Shelbyville, KY
FULL_TIME
- Furnace Casting Operator Job Location US-KY-Shelbyville ID 2024-2699 # of Openings 1 Posted Date 5 hours ago(6/5/2024 2:45 PM) Overview WielandWieland broke ground for a new recycling facility in Shel...
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Kiln/Furnace Technician I
- CoorsTek Inc
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Lexington, KY
FULL_TIME
- It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better. We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing. Job Titl...
- 24 Days Ago
Furnace Operator/Tender jobs at Popular Companies
General Laborer/Furnace Operator
- START
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Fraser, MI
- Job Description Job Description DESCRIPTION: The Furnace Operator is responsible for operating the batch furnaces and su...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Brass Furnace Operator- Clow Oskaloosa
- McWane, Inc.
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Oskaloosa, IA
- Overview: CLOW HAS AN OPENING POSITION BRASS FURNACE OPERATOR HOURS:MONDAY- FRIDAY 12A-10:30A STARTING RATE OF PAY: $23....
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Furnace Operator (PAM)
- Synerfac
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Morgantown, PA
- IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR FURNACE OPERATORS IN MORGANTOWN, PA. PAY STARTING AT $31/HR WITH GREAT BENEFITS - Follow standard...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Furnace Operator
- System One Holdings, LLC
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Hubbard, OH
- Are you the one? Join the best; be the best! Your future belongs here! System One has partnered with a world-renowned al...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Furnace Operator
- Aerotek
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Morgantown, PA
- **Job Title: Furnace Operator** **Job Description** Seeking a skilled Furnace Operator to join our team, responsible for...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Furnace Operator - Willing to Train
- Bodycote
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Cleveland, OH
- We are currently interviewing for Furnace Operator in Highland Heights, Ohio Bodycote is offering a $1500 sign-on retent...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Induction Furnace Operator
- ELLWOOD Aluminum
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Hubbard, OH
- Summary: The role of Induction Furnace operator is to performs task related to casting Aluminum: preparing the casting a...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Vacuum Furnace Operator
- Senior Aerospace Ketema
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El Cajon, CA
- Job Description Job Description Who is Senior plc? Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Kentucky
Kentucky (/kənˈtʌki/ (listen) kən-TUK-ee), officially the Commonwealth of Kentucky, is a state located in the east south-central region of the United States. Although styled as the "State of Kentucky" in the law creating it, (because in Kentucky's first constitution, the name state was used) Kentucky is one of four U.S. states constituted as a commonwealth (the others being Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts). Originally a part of Virginia, in 1792 Kentucky became the 15th state to join the Union. Kentucky is the 37th most extensive and the 26th most populous of the 50 United States.
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Income Estimation for Furnace Operator/Tender jobs
$34,657 to $53,481
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What does a Furnace Operator/Tender do?
Furnace Operator/Tender in Saginaw, MI
Therefore, demand for manual machine tool operators and tenders is likely to be reduced by these new technologies, and conversely, demand for CNC machine programmers is expected to be strong.
January 08, 2020
Furnace Operator/Tender in Waterloo, IA
Metal furnace operators, tenders, pourers, & casters are part of the Production Occupations, along with Firstline supervisors of production & operating workers, Electrical, electronics, & electromechanical assemblers, Engine & other machine assemblers, Structural metal fabricators & fitters, Other assemblers and fabricators, and 55 more.
February 04, 2020
The Furnace Operator reads and interprets work orders and instructions in order to determine work assignments, process specifications, and production schedules.
January 17, 2020
Furnace Operator/Tender in Stamford, CT
Metal furnace operators, tenders, pourers, & casters are most often employed by the Iron & steel mills & steel product manufacturing industry.
December 14, 2019