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U.S. Dept. of Labor code 51-4051.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders

Operate or tend furnaces, such as gas, oil, coal, electric-arc or electric induction, open-hearth, or oxygen furnaces, to melt and refine metal before casting or to produce specified types of steel.

What this job is about

Ensure efficient operation and monitoring of metal-refining furnaces.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

  1. 1

    Regulate furnace conditions

    Adjust fuel, air, and coolant flow to maintain optimal temperatures.

  2. 2

    Sample and analyze metal

    Draw samples from furnaces for analysis to ensure material specifications.

  3. 3

    Record production data

    Maintain accurate logs of production metrics and operational data.

  4. 4

    Inspect and maintain equipment

    Check furnaces and equipment for defects and perform necessary repairs.

  5. 5

    Manage molten metal transfer

    Drain and transfer molten metal into molds using appropriate tools.

Tools used in this work
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office software

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