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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 ...

Materion Corporation

Furnace Builder B

Elmore, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

Works with a crew of furnace rebuilders to safely refurbish and maintain furnaces and related ... Keeps lead operator and/or supervisor informed of needed supplies, repairs, or service. * Reports ...

Materion

Furnace Builder B

Elmore, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

Works with a crew of furnace rebuilders to safely refurbish and maintain furnaces and related ... Keeps lead operator and/or supervisor informed of needed supplies, repairs, or service. * Reports ...

Collins Aerospace

Furnace Deck Operator I

Spokane, WA

$58K/yr

The Furnace Deck department is responsible for the carbon vapor deposition process, which requires ... to supervisors * You will acquire knowledge of Collins and customer specifications, finished ...

Collins Aerospace

Furnace Deck Operator I

Spokane, WA

$58K/yr

The Furnace Deck department is responsible for the carbon vapor deposition process, which requires ... to supervisors * You will acquire knowledge of Collins and customer specifications, finished ...

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As of Aug 16, 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.

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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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Kiln/Furnace Technician I

CoorsTek, Inc.

Golden, CO • On-site

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

Full-time

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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 I
Responsible 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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