Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders operate or tend heating equipment other than basic metal, plastic, or food processing equipment. This category includes activities such as annealing glass, drying lumber, curing rubber, removing moisture from materials, or boiling soap.
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- Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders
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What do they typically do
- Record gauge readings, test results, and shift production in log books
- Use devices like scales and calipers to weigh or measure specific amounts of ingredients or materials for processing
- Clean, lubricate, and adjust equipment, using scrapers, solvents, air hoses, oil, and hand tools
- Read and interpret work orders and instructions to determine work assignments, process requirements, and production schedules
- Examine or test samples of processed substances, or collect samples for laboratory testing to make sure they meet requirements
- Monitor equipment operation, gauges, and panel lights to find deviations from standards
- Meet with supervisors or other equipment operators to report equipment malfunctions or resolve production problems
- Press and adjust controls to start, set, and control equipment according to specifications
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +0.9%
Job Openings 82
Education & Training
- Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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