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