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Careers / Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders |
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Summary Description |
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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. |
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Sample Job Titles |
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Arc / Argon Oxygen Decarborization Melter (ARC / AOD Melter) |
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Arc Furnace Operator |
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Argon Oxygen Decarborization Refining Vessel Operator (AOD Refining Vessel Operator) |
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Automatic Furnace Operator |
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Backbreaker |
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Bessemer Converter Blower |
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Bessemer Converter Operator |
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Bessemer Regulator |
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Blade Bender Furnace Tender |
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Blast Furnace Blower |
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Blast Furnace Keeper |
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Blast Furnace Operator |
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Blast Furnace Tender |
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Blower Operator |
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Burner |
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16. |
Burner Tender |
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17. |
Cadmium Burner |
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18. |
Central Melt Specialist |
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19. |
Charge Operator |
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20. |
Charger Operator |
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21. |
Charging Machine Operator |
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22. |
Coke Burner |
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23. |
Coke Drawer |
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24. |
Condenser Setter |
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25. |
Control Room Operator |
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26. |
Converter |
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27. |
Converter Operator |
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28. |
Converter Skimmer |
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29. |
Cooler Operator |
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30. |
Copper Tapper |
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31. |
Cover Operator |
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32. |
Crucible Furnace Tender |
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33. |
Cupola Melter |
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34. |
Cupola Operator |
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35. |
Cupola Tender |
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36. |
Desilverizer |
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37. |
Direct Casting Operator |
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38. |
Electric Arc Furnace Operator |
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39. |
Electric Furnace Operator |
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40. |
Electric Melt Operator |
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41. |
Feeder |
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42. |
Fettler |
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43. |
Fire Regulator |
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44. |
Floater |
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45. |
Floater Operator |
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46. |
Flux Plant Operator |
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Flux Tube Attendant |
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48. |
Foundry Melt Supervisor |
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49. |
Foundry Worker Apprentice |
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50. |
Furnace Charger |
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51. |
Furnace Checker |
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52. |
Furnace Door Tender |
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Furnace Filler |
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54. |
Furnace Firer |
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55. |
Furnace Hand |
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56. |
Furnace Keeper |
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57. |
Furnace Loader |
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58. |
Furnace Operator |
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59. |
Furnace Puncher |
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60. |
Furnace Roaster |
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61. |
Furnace Tapper |
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62. |
Furnace Tender |
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63. |
Gas Reverser |
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64. |
Gas Tender |
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65. |
Head Charger |
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66. |
Hearth Feeder |
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Hot Baller |
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68. |
Hot Blast Worker |
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69. |
Hot Car Charger |
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70. |
Hot Iron Worker |
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71. |
Hot Metal Car Operator |
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72. |
Hot Metal Charger |
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Induction Furnace Operator |
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Ingot Passer |
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75. |
Iron Caster |
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Iron Founder |
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Iron Melter |
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78. |
Kettle Skimmer |
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Kettle Worker |
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Kiln Burner |
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Kiln Firer |
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82. |
Kiln Operator |
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Kiln Packer |
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Kiln Tender |
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Lead Furnace Operator |
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Lead Refiner |
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Lead Shop Operator |
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88. |
Leveler |
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Manganese Heater |
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90. |
Melt Down Furnace Operator |
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Melt Room Operator |
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Melt Supervisor |
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Melter |
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Melting Furnace Skimmer |
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Melting Operator |
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Metal Furnace Operator |
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Metal Melter |
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Metal Off Bearer |
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Metal Reclamation Kettle Tender |
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Metal Refiner |
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Metal Roaster |
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Metal Smelter |
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Muffle Worker |
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Muffler Hand |
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Muffler Tender |
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Observer |
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Oil Burner |
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Oil Burner Journeyman |
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Open Hearth Furnace Operator |
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110. |
Open Hearth Melter |
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Open Hearth Worker |
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Ore Charger |
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Ore Dryer |
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114. |
Ore Roaster |
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Ore Smelter |
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Ore Storage Drier |
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Oven Heater |
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Oven Operator |
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Oven Tender |
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Oven Worker |
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Oxygen Furnace Operator |
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Pig Caster |
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Pig Casting Machine Operator |
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Pig Furnace Operator |
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Pig Machine Operator |
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Pipe Out Worker |
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Pipe Recovery Specialist |
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Plunger |
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Poler |
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Pot Feeder |
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Pot Filler |
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Pot Operator |
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Pot Puller |
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Pot Puncher |
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Pot Room Tapper |
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Pot Tender |
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Production Floater |
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Puddler |
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Pull Up Hand |
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Puller Out |
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Puncher |
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Pusher Runner |
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Pyrometer Operator |
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Rabbler |
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Reclamation Furnace Operator |
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Reduction Furnace Operator |
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Refiner |
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Reheat Furnace Operator |
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Remelt Worker |
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Remelter |
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Residue Furnace Operator |
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Retort Cooler |
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Retort Fireman |
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Retort Furnace Operator |
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Retort Loader |
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Retort Pre-Cooker |
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Reverberatory Furnace Operator |
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Roaster |
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159. |
Rodman |
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Ross Furnace Operator |
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Rotary Furnace Operator |
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Rotary Kiln Operator |
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Scrap Charger |
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Scrap Kettle Tender |
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Scruff Worker |
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Shove Up |
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Sinter Machine Operator |
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Skimmer |
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Slag Skimmer |
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Slagger |
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Smelter |
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Smelter Charger |
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Smelter Operator |
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174. |
Steel Melter |
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Stirrer |
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176. |
Stove Tender |
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177. |
Tin Recovery Worker |
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178. |
Topper |
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179. |
Utility Person |
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180. |
Vessel Operator |
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181. |
Zinc Furnace Charger |
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182. |
Zinc Skimmer |
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Job Tasks |
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Draw smelted metal samples from furnaces or kettles for analysis, and calculate types and amounts of materials needed to ensure that materials meet specifications.
- Calculate specific material, equipment, or labor requirements for production.
- Collect samples of materials or products for testing.
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Drain, transfer, or remove molten metal from furnaces, and place it into molds, using hoists, pumps, or ladles.
- Place materials into molds.
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Record production data, and maintain production logs.
- Record operational or production data.
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Operate controls to move or discharge metal workpieces from furnaces.
- Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.
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Observe operations inside furnaces, using television screens, to ensure that problems do not occur.
- Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.
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Weigh materials to be charged into furnaces, using scales.
- Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes.
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Regulate supplies of fuel and air, or control flow of electric current and water coolant to heat furnaces and adjust temperatures.
- Adjust equipment controls to regulate gas flow.
- Adjust equipment controls to regulate coolant flow.
- Adjust flow of electricity to tools or production equipment.
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Inspect furnaces and equipment to locate defects and wear.
- Inspect production equipment.
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Observe air and temperature gauges or metal color and fluidity, and turn fuel valves or adjust controls to maintain required temperatures.
- Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions.
- Adjust equipment controls to regulate gas flow.
- Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.
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Remove impurities from the surface of molten metal, using strainers.
- Skim impurities from molten metal.
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Kindle fires, and shovel fuel and other materials into furnaces or onto conveyors by hand, with hoists, or by directing crane operators.
- Load materials into production equipment.
- Ignite fuel to activate heating equipment.
- Signal others to coordinate work activities.
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Sprinkle chemicals over molten metal to bring impurities to the surface.
- Skim impurities from molten metal.
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Direct work crews in the cleaning and repair of furnace walls and flooring.
- Direct operational or production activities.
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Prepare material to load into furnaces, including cleaning, crushing, or applying chemicals, by using crushing machines, shovels, rakes, or sprayers.
- Clean materials to prepare them for production.
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Scrape accumulations of metal oxides from floors, molds, and crucibles, and sift and store them for reclamation.
- Clean production equipment.
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Work Activities |
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events —
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems —
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings —
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
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Getting Information —
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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Controlling Machines and Processes —
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). |
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material —
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. |
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Performing General Physical Activities —
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. |
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Handling and Moving Objects —
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. |
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Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment —
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft. |
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Processing Information —
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates —
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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Documenting/Recording Information —
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
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Training and Teaching Others —
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. |
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards —
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
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Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment —
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. |
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Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People —
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
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Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment —
Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles. |
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Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information —
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. |
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Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work —
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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Scheduling Work and Activities —
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
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Coaching and Developing Others —
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. |
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Analyzing Data or Information —
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
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Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships —
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others —
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. |
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates —
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. |
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Interacting With Computers —
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. |
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Thinking Creatively —
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge —
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others —
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. |
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Assisting and Caring for Others —
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients. |
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Developing Objectives and Strategies —
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. |
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Monitoring and Controlling Resources —
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. |
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Nature of the Work |
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Working Conditions |
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Interesting Fact |
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Fewer than 13% of employed Americans are labor union members. 30 years ago, it was twice that rate. |
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