Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders Jobs Pay in Massachusetts
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.25 – $27.18
Average Annual Pay
Range: $52,520 – $56,534
How much do Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$22.29/hr
Range: $21.46 – $23.10
Annual Rate
$46,348
Range: $44,642 – $48,054
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.22/hr
Range: $25.25 – $27.18
Annual Rate
$54,527
Range: $52,520 – $56,534
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.15/hr
Range: $29.04 – $31.26
Annual Rate
$62,706
Range: $60,398 – $65,014
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders job description
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders professionals work in production facilities to manufacture goods and products. They operate machinery, assemble components, and ensure quality standards are met throughout the production process.
- •Operate manufacturing equipment
- •Assemble products according to specifications
- •Perform quality control checks
- •Maintain production equipment
- •Follow safety procedures
- •Meet production quotas
- •Machine operation
- •Attention to detail
- •Quality control
- •Physical stamina
- •Basic math skills
- •Safety awareness
- •High school diploma or equivalent
- •Manufacturing experience preferred
- •Ability to lift 25-50 pounds
- •Ability to stand for extended periods
