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CoorsTek

Kiln/Furnace Technician I

Golden, CO · On-site

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

Notifies lead, supervisor or engineer in the event of issues or concerns regarding kiln and/or furnace equipment or product condition * Manually pushes or pulls heavy kiln cars in and out of kilns as ...

CoorsTek, Inc.

Kiln/Furnace Technician I

Golden, CO · On-site

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

... engineer in the event of issues or concerns regarding kiln and/or furnace equipment or product condition • Manually pushes or pulls heavy kiln cars in and out of kilns as needed • Loads and ...

Linamar

Furnace Technician

Fletcher, NC · On-site

Furnace Tech Job Summary Under general supervision, responsible for the set-up and operation of Mag ... highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds ...

CoorsTek

Kiln/Furnace Technician I

Golden, CO · On-site

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

... engineer in the event of issues or concerns regarding kiln and/or furnace equipment or product condition Manually pushes or pulls heavy kiln cars in and out of kilns as needed Loads and unloads ...

Ardagh Group

Batch & Furnace Manager

Henderson, NC · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... engineering or related field • Prior experience in glass furnace operations • Prior experience managing a preventative maintenance program Benefits Offered: * Medical, prescription, dental and ...

ARDAGH GROUP

Batch & Furnace Manager

Henderson, NC

$16 - $19.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... engineering or related field · Prior experience in glass furnace operations · Prior experience managing a preventative maintenance program Benefits Offered: * Medical, prescription, dental and ...

O-I

Batch & Furnace Manager

Brockport, PA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Batch & Furnace Manager (Glass Manufacturing) is responsible for furnace and batch house ... Bachelor's Degree in Ceramic, Chemical, Materials Science or related Engineering field preferred

CoorsTek, Inc.

Kiln/Furnace Technician I

Golden, CO · On-site

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

Notifies lead, supervisor or engineer in the event of issues or concerns regarding kiln and/or furnace equipment or product condition * Manually pushes or pulls heavy kiln cars in and out of kilns as ...

Noveon Magnetics

Furnace/Palletizer Operator

San Marcos, TX · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Furnace/Palletizer Operator Reports to: Block Production Supervisor Location: San Marcos, Texas We ... We're a fast-growing, diverse team of scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and innovators from ...

ARDAGH GROUP

Batch & Furnace Manager

Henderson, NC · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field Prior experience in glass furnace operations Prior experience managing a preventative maintenance program Benefits Offered: * Medical, prescription ...

Noveon

Furnace/Palletizer Operator In Training (O.I.T)

San Marcos, TX · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Furnace/Palletizer Operator in Training (O.I.T) Reports to: Production Supervisor Location: San ... We're a fast-growing, diverse team of scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and innovators from ...

Noveon , Inc. Defunct

Furnace/Palletizer Operator

San Marcos, TX · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Furnace/Palletizer Operator Reports to: Block Production Supervisor Location: San Marcos, Texas We ... We're a fast-growing, diverse team of scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and innovators from ...

Raytheon Technologies

Furnace Operator 1

Santa Fe Springs, CA · On-site

$55K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Follow all engineering instruction, standard operation procedures, and all departmental procedures * with loading and unloading furnaces, building of furnace loads, and preventative maintenance of ...

Collins Aerospace

Furnace Operator 1

Santa Fe Springs, CA

$55K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Follow all engineering instruction, standard operation procedures, and all departmental procedures * with loading and unloading furnaces, building of furnace loads, and preventative maintenance of ...

Oerlikon

Furnace Operator (6p-6.30a)

Troy, MI · On-site

$16.25 - $20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Furnace Operator (6p-6.30a) We are looking for a Furnace Operator for our Troy, MI facility. In ... With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high-performance materials, coating equipment ...

Howmet Aerospace

Furnace Operator - Manufacturing

Canton, OH

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

... engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's primary ... Howmet Structure Systems has an immediate opening for a Furnace Utility Operator located at its ...

Andritz

Melt Shop / Induction Furnace Operator

Muncy, PA · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success ... Melt Shop / Induction Furnace Operator Are you hands-on, safety-minded, and interested in working ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for furnace engineer in the United States is $92,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the common challenges faced by furnace engineers in their daily work?

Furnace Engineers often encounter challenges such as diagnosing thermal efficiency issues, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, and ensuring operations remain within safety and environmental regulations. The role may involve collaborating with production, maintenance, and quality teams to optimize processes and minimize downtime. Working environments can be demanding, especially in facilities that operate around the clock, requiring strong organizational and time management skills. However, overcoming these challenges offers valuable experience and opportunities for professional growth within plant engineering or technical management.

What is a furnace engineer?

A Furnace Engineer is responsible for the design, operation, maintenance, and optimization of industrial furnaces used in manufacturing processes. They ensure furnaces meet efficiency, safety, and production standards while troubleshooting mechanical or thermal issues. Furnace Engineers often work in industries such as metallurgy, glass production, ceramics, and heat treatment, ensuring temperature control and energy efficiency. Their role may also involve upgrading equipment and implementing new technologies to improve performance and sustainability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a furnace engineer?

To thrive as a Furnace Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or chemical engineering, with strong analytical skills and experience in thermal processes or furnace operation. Familiarity with industry-standard control systems, CAD software, and obtaining certifications such as PE (Professional Engineer) or relevant safety training are typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication set outstanding candidates apart. These competencies ensure safe, efficient, and innovative furnace operation and maintenance, which are critical for productivity and compliance in industrial settings.

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Kiln/Furnace Technician I

CoorsTek

Golden, CO • On-site

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

CoorsTek rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

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 Title

Kiln/Furnace Technician IResponsible for maintaining kiln performance through performing and documenting accurate kiln and/or furnace firing operations, kiln/furnace maintenance and loading and unloading of kilns and/or furnaces.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Under moderate supervision, performs and documents kiln and or furnace operations following approved work instructions and established department procedures for efficient use of kiln and/or furnace capacity
  • Takes incremental readings and maintains firing within specifications for all kiln and/or furnaces
  • Monitors and makes corrections to kiln and/or furnace push timing utilizing computer software as required
  • Restarts the kiln and/or furnaces in the event of a power outage or when surge occurs as required
  • Performs routine basic maintenance operations on kiln and/or furnaces as required
  • Corrects firing related issues through sandblasting, grinding or other method as needed; notifies appropriate personnel of corrections
  • Notifies lead, supervisor or engineer in the event of issues or concerns regarding kiln and/or furnace equipment or product condition
  • Manually pushes or pulls heavy kiln cars in and out of kilns as needed
  • Loads and unloads product for kiln and/or furnaces up to 80% of the time as needed
  • Responsible for rebuilding kiln cars including replacing bricking, wheels and bearings per departmental needs
  • Tracks kiln and/or furnace furniture quality including inventories, reconfiguring and reloading as required; may include visual and dimensional inspection of refractories, beams and SiC plates
  • Assists and/or performs in any and all areas as assigned May work any and all shifts/days as required

Job Requirements:

Shift:

  • Days: 6:00am - 6:00pm
  • Work Week: Wednesday - Friday

Education:

  • High School diploma, GED or equivalent Experience:
  • Minimum of 6 months manufacturing/work experience

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Knowledgeable in the basic fundamentals of loading ceramics to insure proper loading of a wide variety of materials and part configurations
  • Good interpersonal and organizational skills, great attention to detail as well as good verbal and written communication skills required
  • Must have basic math and computer skills
  • Forklift certification as required by department or facility
  • Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds

Target Hiring Range

Hourly: USD 22.84 - USD 27.62

Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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