Furnace Tender

Libbey’s Furnace Tender position is responsible for maintaining glass quality & color, while maximizing furnace fuel efficiency. 


* This is an hourly, union position.


* You must be available to work a 12-hour rotating shift (6-6).


* In the role, you will be exposed to extreme heat, noise, dirt, dust.


* You must be able to pass pre-employment testing including a background check, drug test, physical, and respirator fit test (cannot have facial hair).

RESPONSIBILITIES


* Monitor furnace operations, change setpoints, obtain glass samples, use oxygen-gas analyzer, take optical temperature readings.


* Adjust and clean burners, unplug cullet chutes, replace expendable refractories.


* Operate colorant forehearths, maintain colorant frit feeders.

REQUIREMENTS


* High school diploma or GED required


* Successfully pass the Mechanical Aptitude Test


* Ability to lift 55 lbs.


* Forklift operator license required


* Must be able to work a 12-hour swing shift


* Prior furnace experience preferred



* Must be able to work at heights



* Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment exposed to extreme heat, noise, oil, etc.


* Must pass pre-employment testing including physical capacity test, respirator fit test (no facial hair), drug screen and background check


* Visual ability to distinguish colors to determine proper color specifications


* Ability to hear specific sounds, such as alarm horns, fan sounds, burner sounds, air leaks, noises around the chargers, and motor sounds