How much does a Furnace Operator/Tender make in New Jersey? The average Furnace Operator/Tender salary in New Jersey is $49,373 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $39,958 and $61,296. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Furnace Operator/Tender Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Furnace Operator/Tender Salary $31,386 NJ March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Furnace Operator/Tender Salary $39,958 NJ March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Furnace Operator/Tender Salary $49,373 NJ March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Furnace Operator/Tender Salary $61,296 NJ March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Furnace Operator/Tender Salary $72,151 NJ March 26, 2024
25% $39,958 10% $31,386 90% $72,151 75% $61,296 $49,373 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Furnace Operator/Tender

Furnace Operator/Tender sets-up, operates, maintains, and controls furnaces to melt metal to specified temperatures. Adjusts controls to regulate the furnace and to maintain specified temperature. Being a Furnace Operator/Tender requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Furnace Operator/Tender relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is expected. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $50,905 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $51,806 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $51,851 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $50,860 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $52,617 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $50,905 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $50,139 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $50,545 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $51,851 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $50,905 Date Updated March 26, 2024

Career Path for Furnace Operator/Tender

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Furnace Operator/Tender, the first career path typically progresses to Extrusion Operator, Sr..

The second career path typically starts with an Injection Molding Machine Operator II position, and then progresses to Injection Molding Machine Operator III.

The third career path typically starts with a Machine Operator II position, and then progresses to Machine Operator Supervisor.

Additionally, the fourth career path typically starts with a Machinist II position, and then progresses to Machine Shop Production Supervisor I.

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