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TST MASTER

$21.50 - $23.50/hr

Coordinate with supervisory personnel to insure proper alloying of heat. * Follow established ... Accomplish furnace charging/cleaning tasks according to prescribed procedures to avoid smoke ...

TST MASTER

Furnace Operator

Fontana, CA · On-site

$21.50 - $23.50/hr

Coordinate with supervisory personnel to insure proper alloying of heat. * Follow established ... Accomplish furnace charging/cleaning tasks according to prescribed procedures to avoid smoke ...

JSW Steel USA

Furnace Operator

Baytown, TX · On-site

$21/hr

Identify and report any equipment issues or process deviations to the supervisor * Ensure emissions ... Weigh materials using furnace scales and maintain accurate records * Perform routine checks and ...

United Rolls Inc

Furnace Operator

Canton, OH · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

Receives instructions regarding work assignment from supervisor. * Preheats furnace if necessary for the required task. * This involves opening furnace with hydraulic controls. * Crane and the ...

Oerlikon

Furnace Builder

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$16.25 - $20/hr

Furnace Builder We are looking for a Furnace Builder for our Plymouth MI facility. In this role you ... Notify the Production Supervisor when assistance is needed. * Performs other duties as required.

United Rolls Inc

Furnace Operator

Canton, OH · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

Receives instructions regarding work assignment from supervisor. * Preheats furnace if necessary for the required task. * This involves opening furnace with hydraulic controls. * Crane and the ...

Hertha Metals

Furnace Operator

Conroe, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

Furnace Operator. Hertha Metals is scaling up its revolutionary iron smelting technology. We are ... Collaborate with mechanical or instrumentation electrician technicians, as well as the supervisor ...

United Rolls Inc.

Furnace Operator

Canton, OH · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

Receives instructions regarding work assignment from supervisor. * Preheats furnace if necessary for the required task. * This involves opening furnace with hydraulic controls. * Crane and the ...

Hertha Metals

Furnace Operator

Conroe, TX · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

Furnace Operator Hertha Metals is scaling up its revolutionary iron smelting technology. We are ... Collaborate with mechanical or instrumentation electrician technicians, as well as the supervisor ...

PSW Group

Furnace Operator

Chicago Heights, IL · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

Must report any findings to supervisor & maintenance. Charges and pours the Main or Small Furnace according to project specifications. Operates equipment with attention to proper task execution and ...

Hertha Metals

Furnace Operator

Conroe, TX · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

Furnace Operator Hertha Metals is scaling up its revolutionary iron smelting technology. We are ... Collaborate with mechanical or instrumentation electrician technicians, as well as the supervisor ...

PSW Group

Furnace Operator

Chicago Heights, IL · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

Must report any findings to supervisor & maintenance. Charges and pours the Main or Small Furnace according to project specifications. Operates equipment with attention to proper task execution and ...

PSW Group

Furnace Operator

Chicago Heights, IL · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

Must report any findings to supervisor & maintenance. Charges and pours the Main or Small Furnace according to project specifications. Operates equipment with attention to proper task execution and ...

O-I

Batch & Furnace Manager

Brockport, PA · On-site

Be accountable for supervising salary and hourly personnel engaged in all phases of plant's batch and furnace operation. * Manage incoming raw materials and glass formulas. The Batch & Furnace ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for furnace supervisor in the United States is $30.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $36.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a furnace supervisor?

Furnace Supervisors are responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance of industrial furnaces used in manufacturing processes, such as metal production or glass making. They manage a team of furnace operators, ensure safety protocols are followed, monitor temperature controls, and coordinate repairs or adjustments as needed. Their role is crucial for maintaining product quality and achieving production targets while minimizing downtime and hazards. Additionally, they often provide training to staff and help implement process improvements.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a furnace supervisor?

To thrive as a Furnace Supervisor, you need in-depth knowledge of furnace operations, metallurgy, safety standards, and typically a background in engineering or industrial management. Familiarity with process control systems, maintenance tools, and certifications such as OSHA safety training are often required. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help manage teams and coordinate production schedules efficiently. These skills ensure optimal furnace performance, workplace safety, and productivity in a demanding industrial environment.

What challenges does a furnace supervisor face when managing a team in a high-temperature manufacturing environment?

A Furnace Supervisor often faces challenges related to maintaining strict safety protocols, ensuring equipment reliability, and coordinating workflow among team members during shift operations. Balancing productivity targets with the need for preventive maintenance and troubleshooting requires strong organizational skills. Additionally, effective communication is essential for training staff, addressing issues promptly, and ensuring all procedures comply with environmental and safety regulations. Building a cohesive team that can respond efficiently to unexpected equipment failures is a key part of the role.
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Furnace Operator

TST MASTER

On-site

$21.50 - $23.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

SUMMARY

Operate "Reverbatory" furnace according to standard operating procedures to maintain quality, optimum production and safety.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists in training helper.
  • Charge and/or puddle material as prescribed by approved metallurgical practice (including mixing, circulating, fluxing, skimming, taking temperatures, and raking non-metallic’s. Coordinate with supervisory personnel to insure proper alloying of heat. 
  • Follow established procedures when charging wet or doubtful material. Makes sure tools to be used in charging, cleaning, skimming, or puddling will not present a danger when introduced into furnace. 
  • Accomplish furnace charging/cleaning tasks according to prescribed procedures to avoid smoke emission.
  • Makes sure safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers are available, and that prescribed personal protective equipment is available and worn.
  • Makes sure dross boxes are available, in serviceable condition at correct temperatures prior to skimming furnace.
  • Melts charge so as to obtain minimum melt loss and optimum furnace efficiency.
  • Checks burners, "recuperators", molten metal pumps, chlorine and nitrogen flow.
  • Ensure furnace operates at prescribed temperatures, throughout heat, by checking and setting burner controls.
  • Pours samples for quality inspection at prescribed intervals according to approved metallurgical practice.
  • Maintains adequate supply of tools, flux and other necessary materials in the furnace area.
  • Hauls materials to furnace using automotive equipment when necessary.
  • Keeps areas, building, furnace, tools, and equipment clean and in efficient operating condition.
  • Maintains quality, by charging prescribed and appropriate material.
  • Maintains records as required and informs supervisory personnel, in written report, what material was charged during shift.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Management

QUALIFICATIONS

-Six months of experience in manufacturing preferred.

-Six months of experience of forklift or skid loader.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
  • Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurements, volume, and distance.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Diversified and involves some choice of action within limits defined by standards/instructions. Under supervision.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing normal duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands frequently. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception to read instruments, operate material handling equipment and identify plant color code system.  Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities in accordance to legal requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat, and certain chemicals.  The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions and vibration. The noise level in this work environment requires hearing protection.  Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities in accordance to legal requirements.

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