Safety-Focused Glass Plant Furnace Operator

Potters Industries LLC.; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical

Dental

Vision

1st of the month after working 30 days

Job summary

Potters Industries seeks an experienced Furnace Utility Operator to monitor and maintain firebox operations, sifting systems, and bead processing. You will ensure safe plant operation, monitor temperatures, and document equipment checks. Forklift certification and basic computer skills are required.

Educational requirements include a high school diploma or GED. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and precise handling of materials in a high-temperature glass manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Safe operation of the plant and response to unsafe conditions.
• Adhere to safety rules during all tasks; monitor Forehearth, Firebox and cutting wheel temps.
• Take and run samples for gradation; manage bead flow and screeners as required.
• Document bin transfers and maintain bead tanks; keep fireboxes clear.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe plant operation and monitor for hazards.
• Routinely check Forehearth, Firebox, and cutting wheel temps; monitor cooling systems.
• Monitor Sifting Tower and Screeners; sample and grade beads; control glass flow.
• Transfer full bins to cullet pad; document weights and maintain tank levels.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Highschool diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

PLC basics

Basic computer skills

Job description

Potters Industries seeks an experienced Furnace Utility Operator to monitor and maintain firebox operations, sifting systems, and bead processing. You will ensure safe plant operation, monitor temperatures, and document equipment checks. Forklift certification and basic computer skills are required.

Educational requirements include a high school diploma or GED. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and precise handling of materials in a high-temperature glass manufacturing environment.