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Browntown Foundry, LLC

Melt Utility

Browntown, WI · On-site

Positions included in Melt Manufacturing are: cupola/furnace tender, crane operator, ground charge, alloy tender, and melt labor. Requirements: EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: Minimum of completion of the ...

Le Sueur Inc.

Finisher

Le Sueur, MN · On-site

$19 - $26.25/hr

... machine tender, #material handler, #furnace tender, #heat treatThis job posting does cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. Duties ...

Le Sueur Inc.

Finisher

Le Sueur, MN · On-site

$19 - $26.25/hr

Employee events (fishing contests, Christmas turkeys, potlucks, appreciation meals, and more) Similar job titles #machine operator, #machine tender, #material handler, #furnace tender, #heat treat ...

Le Sueur

Finisher

Le Sueur, MN · On-site

$19.50 - $24/hr

Employee events (fishing contests, Christmas turkeys, potlucks, appreciation meals, and more) Similar job titles #machine operator, #machine tender, #material handler, #furnace tender, #heat treat ...

BQC Foundry

Melt & Pour Coordinator

Lebanon, PA · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Communicate with furnace tender to ensure metal availability aligns with production needs. * Identify and report unfavorable pouring conditions (run-outs, short pours, incorrect sequencing, etc.

Rose Acre Farms

CEF Cleanup Processing

Canon, GA

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The primary responsibility of the grader clean-up laborer is the orderly, smooth, and efficient cleaning and sanitizing all grader and production areas according to Rose Acre ...

Wyndy LLC

Local assistance near

Wausau, WI · On-site

Seeking a resilient and trustworthy individual for our local assistance role near 54403. This position plays a crucial part in providing support and aid to the community. The ideal candidate should ...

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Riverside, CA · On-site

Seeking a resilient and trustworthy individual for our local assistance role near 92505. This position plays a crucial part in providing support and aid to the community. The ideal candidate should ...

Rose Acre Farms

GC Cleanup Processing

Guthrie Center, IA · On-site

$19.50/hr

Description POSITION DESCRIPTION: The primary responsibility of the grader clean-up laborer is the orderly, smooth, and efficient cleaning and sanitizing all grader and production areas according to ...

Wyndy LLC

Local assistance near

Peoria, AZ · On-site

Seeking a resilient and trustworthy individual for our local assistance role near 85375. This position plays a crucial part in providing support and aid to the community. The ideal candidate should ...

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Fitchburg, MA · On-site

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Rose Acre Farms

JC Cleanup Processing

Knob Noster, MO · On-site

$19.50/hr

Description POSITION DESCRIPTION: The primary responsibility of the grader clean-up laborer is the orderly, smooth, and efficient cleaning and sanitizing all grader and production areas according to ...

Rose Acre Farms

NC Cleanup Processing

Brook, IN · On-site

$19.50/hr

Description POSITION DESCRIPTION: The primary responsibility of the grader clean-up laborer is the orderly, smooth, and efficient cleaning and sanitizing all grader and production areas according to ...

Rose Acre Farms

DE Cleanup Processing

Bouse, AZ · On-site

$19.50/hr

Description POSITION DESCRIPTION: The primary responsibility of the grader clean-up laborer is the orderly, smooth, and efficient cleaning and sanitizing all grader and production areas according to ...

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How much do furnace tender jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for furnace tender in the United States is $19.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Furnace Tender vs Boiler Operator?

AspectFurnace TenderBoiler Operator
CertificationsTypically requires HVAC or industrial certificationsRequires boiler operation licenses or certifications
Work EnvironmentIndustrial plants, manufacturing facilitiesPower plants, heating plants, industrial facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesMonitoring and maintaining furnaces, controlling temperatureOperating and maintaining boilers, ensuring safety and efficiency

Both Furnace Tenders and Boiler Operators work in industrial settings, focusing on heating equipment. While Furnace Tenders primarily monitor furnaces and control temperature, Boiler Operators operate and maintain boilers. Certifications overlap somewhat, but specific licenses are often required for boiler operation. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right role based on their skills and certifications.

What is a furnace tender?

A furnace tender is a worker responsible for operating and maintaining industrial furnaces, ensuring they run efficiently and safely. The role often involves monitoring temperature, adjusting controls, and performing routine inspections, typically requiring knowledge of safety protocols and sometimes certifications in boiler or furnace operation.
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Infographic showing various Furnace Tender job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,853 per year, or $19.2 per hour.

Furnace Operator - ATL (37910)

CASCADE DIE CASTING GROUP INC

High Point, NC • On-site

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Cascade Die Casting Group rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Cascade Die Casting Group
Job Description/Expectations
JOB TITLE: Furnace Tender
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Atlantic / Melt
DATE DEVELOPED: 01/2023
REPORTS TO: Melt Supervisor
POSITION SCOPE
Furnace Operators performs duties in connection with the remelting of metal for the die cast operation. This includes setting up, operating, loading, unloading, and monitoring of furnaces. Operator ensures compliance of furnace cycles by adjusting controls to maintain specified temperatures in furnaces per work instructions. This position requires high attention to safety for the handling of molten metal and high temperatures. Operators are required to operate forklifts and/or overhead cranes to transport material used in or a product from furnace operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Fills remelt furnace at required weight limits with scrap and ingot.
  • Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of remelt and holding furnaces and operation of flux machine.
  • Record number of bull lades hauled.
  • Detect and report improper conditions, faulty equipment and defective material to proper supervisor.
  • Removes scrap containers from cast and trim area.
  • Ability to operate a forklift.
  • Delivers molten metal to individual furnace by the use of forklift.
  • Read, comprehend, and follow written, standardized work instructions and trained procedures to perform any furnace operation.
  • Ensure holding furnaces maintain at 100% operational level at all times.
  • Ensure remelt furnaces are maintained at 100% operational level at all times.
  • Visually inspect scrap hoppers for defected material and dispose of according to established procedures.
  • Accurately enter work orders into QAD.
  • Learn new tasks and adapt to frequent job duty changes which includes cross training as required by business and manpower demands.
  • Properly completes daily paperwork.
  • Maintain clean and orderly work area consistent with safety and work rules and regulations.
  • Work safely around and/or while operating heaving equipment or manufacturing machinery.
  • Work overtime hours as required and be available for emergency overtime when the need arises.
  • Regularly report for work on time with a desire to perform to the best of your abilities.
  • Work cooperatively with others in a team environment.
  • Complies with all company employment policies, procedures/processes, and programs. Performs duties in compliance quality, safety, and manufacturing requirements.
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities.
  • Exhibit Companies Core Values.
  • Ability to work in other classifications or departments as needed.
  • Communicate with Associates and between shifts on daily activities.
  • Communicate and exchange problem areas with supervisors and fellow coworkers.
  • Other duties are assigned from time-to-time.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential and additional duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability also required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential and additional functions.
CERTIFICATION, EDUCATION, and WORK EXPERIENCE:
  • Knowledge of basic math, reading, and writing.
  • High School Diploma preferred.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Basic oral, listening, and written communication skills required.
  • Forklift experience required.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
  • Adaptability: ability to adjust to new circumstances, or change; is flexible; handles constructive feed-back, effectively.
  • Communications: communicates both verbally and in writing effectively; listens; documents effectively.
  • Dependability: ability to work independently and accepts accountability; stays focused; meets work demands; sets personal standards and meets commitments; is reliable, and trustworthy.
  • Quality of Work: ability to focus on details and accuracy; looks for improvement in processes or procedures; owns/acts own quality issues; exhibits sound and accurate judgement and makes timely decisions.
  • Strives for Results: manages work load; seeks additional responsibilities and generates innovative, cost-saving revenue generating ideas; manages priorities and time; plans and is organized; demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to goals; is a good steward of company resources.
  • Team Orientation/Ability to Work with Others: collaborates; cooperates; provides excellent customer service: both internal and external; teamwork.

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Please note: Continuously (80%-100%), Frequently (21%-79%), Occasionally (up to 20%)
  • Possess good physical stamina and coordination. Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to continuously and repetitively:
    • Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.
    • Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections.
    • Promptly detect and respond to visual and auditory safety instructions, alarms, and signals.
    • Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hard hat with face shield, ear plugs, long-sleeves, aluminized jackets, spats, gloves, and mid-calf steel-toed safety shoes.
    • Work in a loud manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold).
    • Bend, twist, push, pull, and reach to perform work.
    • Use hand positioning to grip/grasp parts, devices, measuring tools and other equipment.
    • Ability to see clearly at close and distance ranges, distinguish colors, maintain peripheral vision, perceive depth, and adjust focus as necessary.
  • Frequently and repetitively:
    • Lift or carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds and periodically care or lift materials weighing up to 50lbs.
    • Use hand positioning to grip/grasp ingots or other equipment.
    • Ascending and descending forklifts, steps, stairs, and platforms.
    • Frequently sit when driving the forklift equipment.
  • Occasionally kneel, crouch, or crawl to perform work.
  • Recognizes potential exposure to environmental, mechanical, chemical, electrical, and explosive hazards.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the Associate to successfully perform the essential and additional duties and responsibilities of this position.
DISCLAIMER: The requirements listed above represent the essential knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Additional or different requirements may exist in this role. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
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