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ELLWOOD Quality Steels

Furnace Operator

New Castle, PA · On-site

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

... melting process parameters (temperature, vacuum levels, and power settings) to maintain optimal ... the VIM furnace for melting operations, including o Launder building and curing & crucible ...

ELLWOOD Groups

Furnace Operator

New Castle, PA · On-site

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

... melting process parameters (temperature, vacuum levels, and power settings) to maintain optimal ... the VIM furnace for melting operations, including o Launder building and curing & crucible ...

TeamSoft

MI · On-site

$18/hr

... melting processes. * Testing of Material for proper quality standards * Attention for safety ... Furnace Tender Qualifications: * High School Diploma/GED; preferred. * Manufacturing experience of ...

United Rolls Inc.

Furnace Operator

Canton, OH · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

Crane and the furnace are automatically controlled and require minimal keying and push button ... Adjusts power input to facilitate melting and temperature control. Task #2: Prepare Alloys * Use a ...

United Rolls Inc

Furnace Operator

Canton, OH

$16 - $19.50/hr

Crane and the furnace are automatically controlled and require minimal keying and push button ... Adjusts power input to facilitate melting and temperature control. Task #2: Prepare Alloys * Use a ...

United Rolls Inc

Furnace Operator

Canton, OH · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

Crane and the furnace are automatically controlled and require minimal keying and push button ... Adjusts power input to facilitate melting and temperature control. Task #2: Prepare Alloys * Use a ...

Owens Corning

Glass Melting Engineering Lead

Granville, OH · On-site

$92K - $119K/yr

This requires close interaction with plant batch & furnace engineers, technical leaders, furnace design engineers and raw material/glass scientists. Reports to: Center of Excellence Glass Melting ...

Owens Corning

Glass Melting Engineering Lead

Fairburn, GA · On-site

$92K - $119K/yr

This requires close interaction with plant batch & furnace engineers, technical leaders, furnace design engineers and raw material/glass scientists. Reports to: Center of Excellence Glass Melting ...

O-I

Batch & Furnace Manager

Brockport, PA

Glass furnace operation and large scale glass melting operations experience * Experience supervising employees, planning work schedules and directing assignments. * The ability to plan and coordinate ...

O-I

Batch & Furnace Manager

Brockport, PA · On-site

Glass furnace operation and large scale glass melting operations experience * Experience supervising employees, planning work schedules and directing assignments. * The ability to plan and coordinate ...

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How much do furnace melting jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for furnace melting in the United States is $19.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Furnace Melting Operator, you need a solid understanding of metallurgy, furnace operations, and safety protocols, often backed by a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with industrial furnaces, temperature control systems, and monitoring equipment is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment are critical soft skills. These competencies ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of molten materials in manufacturing settings.

What are the common challenges faced by furnace melting operators, and how can they be addressed?

Furnace Melting operators often encounter challenges such as maintaining precise temperature controls, ensuring safety in a high-heat environment, and minimizing material waste. Effective communication with team members and regular equipment checks are essential for smooth operations. To address these challenges, operators should follow strict safety protocols, participate in ongoing training, and collaborate closely with quality control and maintenance teams. Developing a keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to troubleshooting can also help minimize production interruptions.

What does a furnace melting operator do?

A Furnace Melting Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring industrial furnaces used to melt metal and other materials. Their duties include preparing materials, controlling furnace temperatures, adjusting controls, and ensuring the proper melting process. They also monitor equipment for safety and efficiency, perform routine maintenance, and may take samples to test material quality. This role is essential in industries like metalworking, foundries, and manufacturing.
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Furnace Operator

Synerfac Technical Staffing

Morgantown, PA

$31/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Furnace Operators needed in Morgantown, PA!
Pay - $31/hr PLUS shift differential
Shifts - (must be able to work nights, weekends, and occasional holidays)
1st Shift is 8am to 4pm
2nd shift is 4pm to 12am
3rd shift is 12am to 8am
- Shift is 5 days on, 2 days off. Schedule is made 6 weeks in advance - changes weekly
- Follow standard manufacturing and operating procedures. Understand the basic 'high vacuum' and furnace technologies
- Perform pre-operative checks prior to and during pump down cycle. Use pre-pump and start up checklist
- Set up and operate the equipment furnace(s) as directed for melting to include:
- Loading and unloading particulate material and/or electrodes
- Pumping down furnace and operate vacuum systems
- Setting beam programs
- Melting and casting
- Cooling, unloading, identifying and weighing ingots
- Take samples
- Operate furnace / Melt Chair
- Understand basic chemistry specifications and interpret furnace-casting conditions
- Maintain operating records and logs
- Interpret video monitors, gauges, meters, etc. while operating the furnace
- Maintain material and maintenance needed lists
- Perform pumping speed and rate of rise tests to determine condition of vacuum system
- Clean out furnaces and crucibles during maintenance cycles and replace damaged components.
- Change molds, hearths, shields, and feed devices
- Operate leak detectors and determine vacuum integrity.
- Maintain the furnace - perform preventative maintenance such as change filters, replace or change parts, change oil, check fluids.
-Requirements
Prior experience operating industrial or vacuum furnaces
Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and occasional holidays
Ability to follow detailed operating procedures and checklists
Comfortable working in an industrial manufacturing environment
Strong attention to detail and ability to monitor multiple gauges and systems simultaneously
Ability to maintain accurate records and logs
-Preferences
Background in manufacturing, metallurgy, or materials processing
Familiarity with high-vacuum systems and melting/casting processes
Experience performing basic preventative maintenance on industrial equipment
-Benefits
Health Insurance options including company-supported HSA
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
2 weeks PTO in year 1
11 paid holidays
Overtime bonuses and Quarterly Bonuses
401k program
Ready to bring your skills to a hands-on manufacturing role? Apply today and let's start the conversation.
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Since 1987, Synerfac has served three groups, Our Clients, Our Candidates and Our Staff. We treat all three with equal importance because we recognize the synergy of success when one group succeeds, We all succeed. Synerfac is in the business of providing opportunities and adding value. We strive to create extraordinary experiences. For our clients we provide staffing services that enable them to focus on their core competencies which will add value to their businesses. For our employees we provide permanent and temporary assignments that complement their job skills and experience while providing professional and financial rewards. For our staff –we provide careers that are balanced, uplifting and carry the highest rewards by continually improving our business process. Our goal is to enhance the lives and enterprises of all those we touch to make them better off for having known us.

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Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Cherry Hill, NJ, US

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