Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, & Kettle Operators & Tenders
Also called: Kiln Operator, Furnace Operator, Fireman, Lime Kiln and Recausticizing Operator
What they do:
Operate or tend heating equipment other than basic metal, plastic, or food processing equipment. Includes activities, such as annealing glass, drying lumber, curing rubber, removing moisture from materials, or boiling soap.
On the job, you would:
- Weigh or measure specified amounts of ingredients or materials for processing, using devices such as scales and calipers.
- Press and adjust controls in order to activate, set, and regulate equipment according to specifications.
- Monitor equipment operation, gauges, and panel lights in order to detect deviations from standards.
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
Engineering and Technology
Education and Training
Safety and Government
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Verbal
Hand and Finger Use
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People interested in this work like activities that include
practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They do well at jobs that need:
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Examples of the technology used in this career will be available soon.
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