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Calderys

Manufacturing Production Technician

Fairfield, AL

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

Summary The Manufacturing Production Technician contributes to the success of HWI through the safe manufacturing of refractory products, this includes the forming, finishing, and packaging of ...

KelsenUSA,Inc

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Quality Assurance Technician

Tarentum, PA · On-site

$23.50 - $26.50/hr

The technician is responsible for performing routine and non-routine quality inspections on raw materials, in-process products, and finished refractory products, following established procedures and ...

HWI

Manufacturing Production Technician

Windham, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Summary The Manufacturing Production Technician contributes to the success of HWI through the safe manufacturing of refractory products, this includes the forming, finishing, and packaging of ...

HWI

Manufacturing Production Technician

South Shore, KY · On-site

$22.96/hr

The Manufacturing Product Technician operates equipment used to press or hand mold refractory brick from mixtures of wet and dry materials with varying binders. Technicians inspect, make minor ...

HWI

Production Technician

South Point, OH · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Summary The Production Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean & safe work environment as ... refractory industry. Responsibilities * Actively demonstrates and promotes safety and a safe work ...

Calderys

Production Technician

South Point, OH

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Summary The Production Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean & safe work environment as ... refractory industry. Responsibilities * Actively demonstrates and promotes safety and a safe work ...

Calderys

Production Technician

South Point, OH

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Summary The Production Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean & safe work environment as ... refractory industry. Responsibilities * Actively demonstrates and promotes safety and a safe work ...

HWI

Manufacturing Production Technician

Fulton, MO · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Our refractory products are used in every aspect of manufacturing across all product lines. At HWI our Manufacturing Production Technicians support HWI's mission and vision to drive industry ...

HWI

Production Technician

South Point, OH · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Summary The Production Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean & safe work environment as ... refractory industry. Responsibilities * Actively demonstrates and promotes safety and a safe work ...

Calderys

Production Technician

South Point, OH

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Summary The Production Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean & safe work environment as ... refractory industry. Responsibilities * Actively demonstrates and promotes safety and a safe work ...

HWI

Production Technician

South Point, OH · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Summary The Production Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean & safe work environment as ... refractory industry. Responsibilities * Actively demonstrates and promotes safety and a safe work ...

Vesuvius USA

Monitor and assist in the maintenance of refractory systems. * Service specialized pneumatic refractory gunite equipment. * Monitor refractory inventories. * Actively follow and support established ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for refractory technician in the United States is $22.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a refractory technician?

A Refractory Technician specializes in installing, repairing, and maintaining heat-resistant materials used in furnaces, kilns, boilers, and other high-temperature equipment. They work with firebrick, ceramic fiber, castable refractories, and other materials to ensure thermal insulation and structural integrity. Their duties include inspecting refractory linings, removing worn-out materials, mixing and applying new refractory compounds, and ensuring proper curing. Refractory Technicians commonly work in industries such as steel, cement, glass, and petrochemicals, where extreme heat is present. This role requires knowledge of refractory materials, safety protocols, and sometimes welding or masonry skills.

What is a typical workday like for a refractory technician?

A typical workday for a Refractory Technician involves preparing, installing, and repairing heat-resistant linings in furnaces, kilns, boilers, and other industrial equipment. Most of the work is hands-on and requires careful measurement, material mixing, and application in environments that can be physically demanding and sometimes hot or dusty. Refractory Technicians often work closely with engineers, maintenance teams, and quality inspectors to ensure installations meet strict safety and performance standards. Shifts may vary depending on the industry and production schedules, and occasional overtime or weekend work may be required during shutdowns or maintenance periods.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a refractory technician?

To thrive as a Refractory Technician, you need strong mechanical aptitude, experience with refractory materials, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent with specialized training. Familiarity with tools such as pneumatic hammers, mixers, and thermal imaging devices, as well as safety certifications like OSHA, is frequently required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team are key soft skills for success in this field. These qualities are critical to ensure the safe, precise installation and maintenance of heat-resistant linings in industrial equipment, minimizing downtime and safety risks.

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Manufacturing Production Technician

Fairfield, AL

Calderys
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$16.75 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Production Team as a Manufacturing Production Technician. 

Summary

The Manufacturing Production Technician contributes to the success of HWI through the safe manufacturing of refractory products, this includes the forming, finishing, and packaging of refractory products, the set up and operation of equipment and machinery to support the production processes, and operating transport machinery to deliver materials to presses on the production line and finished goods into storage and/or trailers for shipment.  This role is also responsible for maintaining quality by following set guidelines ensuring the product remains within tolerances established for customers. In addition, the Manufacturing Production Technician maintains clean & safe work environment as well as maintains professional working relationships with co-workers. 

Responsibilities

  • Actively demonstrates and promotes safety and a safe work environment and holds their team accountable to drive a best in industry safety culture.
  • Audits and observes to ensure our product meets or exceeds quality standards. Owns Quality Control compliance for their assigned working area.
  • Analyzes equipment operations, performance, and problems and secures resources to ensure issues are resolved quickly and properly.
  • Operates and programs presses, setters, pickers, scales and all of bearing equipment; off bears brick from press table to rack cark, kiln car or pallet, cleans loose material and flange before setting in prescribed manner.
  • Operates tram cab, high lift and other transport machinery to deliver materials to presses.
  • Transfers kiln cars; transports racks and/or rack cars to and from presses and ovens.
  • Gauges and cleans kiln cars.
  • Operates lift trucks to transport materials throughout the plant.
  • Performs SMS charting and analysis of process variables.
  • Performs minor preventative maintenance on equipment and/or partners with maintenance to solve equipment changes and problems.
  • Actively participates in report out and production meetings.

  • Ability to effectively receive and decipher both ambiguous and direct/detailed instructions, provides innovative solutions, and both work independently or as a team member.

Requirements

  • Requires a high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Previous forklift experience preferred.
  • Understanding of basic safety/OSHA standards.
  • Some mechanical aptitude.
  • Some manufacturing experience helpful.
     

Physical and Environmental Requirements

  • Physical Activity:  Requires more than 2/3 of the time standing, walking, using hands and fingers, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, speaking, hearing, tasting or smelling; requires less than 1/3 of the time sitting.
  • Lifting:  Requires lifting up to 10 pounds more than 2/3 of the time; and lifting more than 100 pounds less than 1/3 of the time.
  • Vision:  Requires accurate close, distance, color and peripheral vision, including the ability to adjust focus and use peripheral vision.
  • Environment:  Requires more than 2/3 of the time working near moving mechanical parts, and being exposed to fumes, airborne particles and outdoor weather conditions; 1/3 to 2/3 of the time in wet or humid conditions, in extreme heat or cold, and exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals; and less than 1/3 of the time in an office setting, in high places, at risk of electrical shock and near vibration.
  • Noise:  Requires working in very loud conditions (over 85 decibels).
HWI, a member of Calderys

HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States. 

With manufacturing sites and distribution centers across the Americas, as well as the major refractory industry research facility in North America, HWI serves virtually every major industry that requires refractory solutions to enhance production and protect assets. HWI is consistently recognized for its talented experts, industry firsts, and intensely driven excellence.

We're actively expanding our team of dedicated, enthusiastic people - particularly in research and development, engineering and manufacturing, product management, and sales. As a dynamic, growing global refractory leader, we offer competitive compensation, benefits packages, and wellness programs. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.

For more information, visit https://thinkhwi.com/

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