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Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope

Machine Operator 1

Rock Hill, SC · On-site

$14 - $16.75/hr

... glass for the next department and/or the end user customer. This could be operating cutting equipment, grinding/polishing, CNC and/or a tempering furnace and reports to the Production Supervisor.

Apogee

Digital Printer Operator - SMT Days

Owatonna, MN · On-site

$18.25 - $21/hr

... glass while ensuring maximum efficiency and compliance with established production schedules. Operators also support furnace operations and collaborate with process engineering to maintain consistent ...

O-I

Combustion Engineer

Zanesville, OH · On-site

Ensure safe and efficient operating conditions of glass melting furnaces * Ensure optimal energy consumption and proper burner set-up (flame geometry, length, overall profile) * Ensure furnace ...

Ohio Carbon Blank

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Machinist Machine Operator

Willoughby, OH · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Machine Operator - Precision Sawing & Grinding at Ohio Carbon Blank Get your hands on the latest ... needs, furnace manufacturers, glass molding and energy related applications. Our prompt order ...

Leinenkugel's

Assistant Plant Manager

Arvada, CO · On-site

Advanced familiarity with glass manufacturing operations, including batch & furnace, forming, hot ... Demonstrated ability to analyze operating data and identify trends impacting quality, cost ...

Molson Coors

Assistant Plant Manager

Arvada, CO · On-site

Advanced familiarity with glass manufacturing operations, including batch & furnace, forming, hot ... Demonstrated ability to analyze operating data and identify trends impacting quality, cost ...

IKO Industries, Inc

Process Engineer

Chester, SC

IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many ... furnace and forehearth operations to ensure optimal glass formation and throughput Monitor and ...

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How much do glass furnace operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for glass furnace operator 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 does a Glass Furnace Operator do?

A Glass Furnace Operator monitors, controls, and maintains industrial glass-melting furnaces to ensure proper temperature, material flow, and production quality. They adjust furnace settings, inspect equipment for malfunctions, and follow safety protocols to prevent overheating or contamination. Operators also work with raw materials, troubleshoot process issues, and coordinate with production teams to meet manufacturing standards.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Glass Furnace Operator?

As a Glass Furnace Operator, your day-to-day responsibilities include monitoring and adjusting furnace controls to maintain optimal temperature and material flow, inspecting equipment for proper operation, and ensuring that the glass production meets quality standards. You may also be responsible for troubleshooting minor mechanical issues, recording production data, and communicating with maintenance and production teams to coordinate smooth operations. Maintaining a safe work environment by following established protocols and safety procedures is essential. This hands-on role involves both independent tasks and teamwork to keep the manufacturing process running efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Glass Furnace Operator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Glass Furnace Operator, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and an understanding of furnace operations and glass production processes, often acquired through vocational training or relevant industry experience. Familiarity with instrumentation panels, computerized monitoring systems, temperature controls, and sometimes OSHA or safety certifications is typically required. Excellent problem-solving skills, communication, and the ability to work well under pressure are important soft skills for success in this role. These competencies ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of glass furnaces in a demanding industrial environment.

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Glass Forming Process Engineer

Nipro Corporation

Millville, NJ • On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

We believe our current and future responsibility to society is to develop innovative, value-added products and technologies that improve patient outcomes and healthcare worldwide.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000
BENEFITS:
  • Cash Incentive Plan: Bonus Eligibility
  • Dental, Medical, Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching with a non-elective contribution based on your combined age and years of service
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability
  • Career Advancement
  • Paid Time Off

About the company
Nipro is a global healthcare company committed to improving patient outcomes and delivering innovative medical solutions.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Glass Forming Process Engineer acts as a catalyst to transform molten glass from the conditioner/forehearth into repeatable, discrete tubes that meet customer dimensional and cosmetic requirements. This position works closely with furnace and cold end operations to ensure optimal glass flow through the drawing lines and finished packaging. As such, this position is instrumental in troubleshooting machinery, particularly inline inspection equipment, along with conveyors and autopackers to ensure continuous flow for high-volume production lines.
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE
  • Lead and optimize glass tube forming operations on Vello drawing lines, ensuring stable and efficient production
  • Establish and maintain process parameters to achieve consistent tube diameter, wall thickness, concentricity, and surface quality
  • Assess and determine proper ring and bell sizing configurations to support targeted tube diameters and product specifications, ensuring optimal glass distribution and forming stability
  • Partner with furnace teams to maintain consistent glass temperature, viscosity, and flow characteristics feeding the Vello lines
  • Collaborate with cold end operations to optimize downstream processes including inline inspection, cutting, conveying, and autopacking
  • Serve as the primary technical resource for resolving forming-related issues impacting quality or production efficiency
  • Diagnoses and correct issues related to Vello forming equipment (rings, bells, mandrels, burners, and cooling systems), tube geometry variation, inline inspection systems, conveyors, and autopackers
  • Support setup, changeovers, and optimization of Vello lines for different product sizes and specifications
  • Evaluate and implement tooling improvements to enhance process stability and product quality
  • Support quality investigations related to forming defects (ovality, wall variation, etc.)
  • Develop and document efficient "setups" to ensure repeatable shift-to-shift target pack rate execution
  • Assist with the start-up of the melter and cold end processes
  • Monitor process performance using SPC and other analytical tools
  • Track and improve KPIs such as yield, scrap, uptime, and efficiency
  • Commit to the execution and evolution of continuous improvement and operational excellence objectives by supporting process design, problem solving, knowledge sharing, and measurable operating results
  • Support site OpEx coordinator, employee teams, and cross-functional improvement efforts to ensure improvements are implemented, measured, sustained, and linked to productivity and site objectives
  • Perform any additional duties as assigned

WHAT YOU BRING TO NIPRO (Skills)
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Materials Science, Mechanical, Chemical, or related field preferred)
  • 1-3+ years of experience in glass forming or high-temperature continuous manufacturing.
  • Proficiency with data analysis and problem-solving tools (SPC, RCA)
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical thinking
  • Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration
  • Hands-on, results-driven mindset

PREFERRED SKILLS
  • Knowledge of glass furnaces, forehearths, Vello design (preferred)
  • Strong understanding of glass forming principles and thermal control
  • Hands-on experience with forming tooling (rings, bells) and diameter changeovers
  • Familiarity with inline inspection systems and automation

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY
  • High-impact role in manufacturing operations
  • Opportunity to improve process efficiency and quality
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Career growth within a global organization

NIPRO delivers on its purpose to help all people Live Longer. Live Better.
Our purpose is grounded in care, respect, and a deep commitment to the well-being of every life we touch-patients, partners, and team members. We believe that every colleague at NIPRO plays a vital role in our mission: to push innovation forward, improve patient outcomes, and make world-class healthcare accessible to all. Respect is active and essential at NIPRO - it is our way of working, thinking, and growing together. We promote an environment where people feel safe to contribute, constructive ideas flow freely, and every person is treated with dignity.
We care: We seek commitment. In return, as a company we are also committed to our past, present, and future colleagues.

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