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Materion

Refractory Installation Specialist

Elmore, OH

  • Medical

  • Dental

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of the properties of the refractories and the contaminants to ensure no contamination from refractory will occur in the process is required. * Experience with welding, torching, and ...

Libbey

Furnace Tender

Toledo, OH · On-site

$23.77/hr

Adjust and clean burners, unplug cullet chutes, replace expendable refractories. * Operate colorant forehearths, maintain colorant frit feeders. REQUIREMENTS * High school diploma or GED required

Materion

Furnace Builder B

Elmore, OH

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

Knowledge of the properties of the refractories and the contaminants to ensure no contamination from refractory will occur in the process is required. * Experience with welding, torching, and ...

Commercial Metals Company

Refractory Operator

Martinsburg, WV · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Install and repair refractories in steel vessels (furnaces, ladles, and tundishes) * Operate heavy equipment: overhead cranes, dig out machine, loader, and forklifts * Perform primary maintenance ...

LEAD Staff

Boilermaker

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$25 - $32/hr

Some travel required Also candidates with bricklaying experience in refractories in industrial settings such as cement plants, steel mills, power plants, etc Must be able to work 60+hours/week

Commercial Metals Company

Refractory Operator

Martinsburg, WV

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Install and repair refractories in steel vessels (furnaces, ladles, and tundishes) * Operate heavy equipment: overhead cranes, dig out machine, loader, and forklifts * Perform primary maintenance ...

KOPP GLASS, INC.

General Laborer

Pittsburgh, PA

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Fill pots, crush cullet, form refractories, and monitor melts. * Assist with shop setups, changeovers, and breakdowns. * Inspect, handle, and transport glass products. Minimum Qualifications:

KOPP GLASS, INC.

General Laborer

Swissvale, PA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Fill pots, crush cullet, form refractories, and monitor melts. * Assist with shop setups, changeovers, and breakdowns. * Inspect, handle, and transport glass products. Minimum Qualifications:

Materion Corporation

Furnace Builder B

Elmore, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

Knowledge of the properties of the refractories and the contaminants to ensure no contamination from refractory will occur in the process is required. * Experience with welding, torching, and ...

Kopp Glass

General Laborer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$16.92/hr

Fill pots, crush cullet, form refractories, and monitor melts. * Assist with shop setups, changeovers, and breakdowns. * Inspect, handle, and transport glass products. Minimum Qualifications:

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How much do refractories jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for refractories in the United States is $393,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $400,000.00 and $400,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are typical work environments and team structures for professionals working in refractories?

Professionals in refractories often work in heavy industrial settings such as steel mills, foundries, cement plants, or power generation facilities, where high-temperature processes require specialized lining materials. The work is usually performed in teams, collaborating with engineers, maintenance staff, and plant supervisors to install, repair, or inspect refractory linings in furnaces, boilers, or kilns. Depending on the employer and project scope, shifts can vary and may require overtime or on-call hours to handle urgent repairs. Safety is a top priority, so training and adherence to protocols are essential, and there are often opportunities for advancement into supervisory or technical specialist roles with experience.

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

To thrive in refractories, you need knowledge of refractory materials, installation techniques, and maintenance practices, often supported by a technical diploma or relevant industry experience. Familiarity with specialized tools like refractory brick cutting equipment, rotary kilns, furnaces, and safety certifications such as OSHA training is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety are valuable soft skills in this field. These skills ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality installation and maintenance of refractory linings in demanding industrial environments.

What is a refractories?

A refractories job involves working with heat-resistant materials used in furnaces, kilns, reactors, and other high-temperature environments. Professionals in this field design, install, repair, and maintain refractory linings to ensure equipment longevity and efficiency. They may work in industries such as steel, glass, cement, and petrochemicals. The role requires knowledge of materials science, thermal properties, and industrial processes.

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Infographic showing various Refractories job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $393,215 per year, or $189 per hour.

Melt Superintendent

ASC Engineered Solutions

Columbia, PA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

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6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

ASC Engineered Solutions is looking for a Melt Superintendent to manage all aspects of Foundry Melt Department operations in a high-volume production environment, as well as meet the goals and objectives set by the plant leadership team. A successful candidate will have strong leadership skills as well as working knowledge of electric melting processes, refractories and the practices necessary to sustain reliable operations. 
  • Direct a team Melt Supervisors to meet company quality, safety and production goals
  • Lead quality and safety audits to maintain and improve the ISO-9001:2015 implementation of work procedures and policies in the Melt Department
  • Effectively work with other department leaders to maximize the productive use of reports, analysis, data and technical assistance provided by those departments
  • Work with EHS to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations regarding the melt department
  • Coordinate Engineering, Production Control and Maintenance efforts to maximize productivity and efficiency of manufacturing assets and available manpower

  • High School Diploma required. BS in Metallurgy, Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or similar technical discipline preferred
  • 5+ years as a Melt Supervisor or Superintendent required, preferably in a unionized facility
  • Melt Operations experience in a high-volume foundry
  • Experience working in an ISO-9001:2015 environment
  • Must have strong work ethic, outgoing and assertive personality and must have excellent team-building skills with subordinates as well as with peers

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