Kiln Technician I — Day & Graveyard Shifts

CoorsTek, Inc.; Oak Ridge (NC); On-site; USD 28,240 - 30,996; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

401(k) match

Health insurance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bonus program

Wellness stipend

Tools provided

Mental health support

Family assistance

Training & development

Internal promotion

Job summary

CoorsTek, Inc. is seeking a Kiln Tech I to operate and monitor kilns and furnaces on day or graveyard shifts. You will document operations, take readings, and ensure firing within specs while performing basic maintenance and loading/unloading materials.

The role requires at least a high school diploma or GED and 6 months manufacturing experience, with forklift certification often needed. Expect a 40-hour work week with shift possibilities and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 6 months manufacturing experience.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Forklift certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and document kiln/furnace operations per procedures.
• Take readings and maintain firing within specifications.
• Monitor push timing with computer software and adjust.
• Restart kilns after outages or surges.
• Perform basic routine maintenance on kilns/furnaces.
• Load/unload product up to 80% of time.
• Rebuild kiln cars and replace bricks, wheels, bearings.
• Inspect kiln furniture and materials as needed.
• Assist in other areas as needed; may work various shifts.

Skills

Loading ceramics

Attention to detail

Math and computer skills

Forklift certification

Diversity awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

CoorsTek, Inc. is seeking a Kiln Tech I to operate and monitor kilns and furnaces on day or graveyard shifts. You will document operations, take readings, and ensure firing within specs while performing basic maintenance and loading/unloading materials.

The role requires at least a high school diploma or GED and 6 months manufacturing experience, with forklift certification often needed. Expect a 40-hour work week with shift possibilities and opportunities for growth.