Furnace Operator - First Shift (8:00am - 4:30pm)

Cardinal Glass Industries•Dixon, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves operating a glass tempering furnace, including loading and prepping glass materials, adjusting equipment settings, and inspecting glass products for defects. The position requires moving glass between workstations, performing quality tests, and following start-up and shut-down procedures. The Furnace Operator will also train new hires, monitor equipment performance, maintain production records, and ensure safety procedures are followed. Effective communication and maintaining tempering metrics are key responsibilities.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret basic mathematical measurements
Understanding of geometric shapes and accurate use of a tape measure (to 1/16")
Ability to read and work from build documents and basic technical drawings
Mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools, cordless tools, and pneumatic tools
Ability to use computerized controls to adjust equipment settings
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Ability to safely handle glass materials without causing damage or injury
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet production deadlines
High School Diploma or GED
Minimum 6 months of related manufacturing or production experience preferred
Basic computer literacy preferred

Responsibilities

Operate a glass tempering furnace, including loading and prepping glass materials
Adjust equipment settings and operational parameters as needed to ensure product quality
Inspect glass products and identify defects (e.g., scratches or imperfections)
Move glass between workstations to support production flow and efficiency
Perform and accurately record all required tempering and quality tests
Follow documented start-up and shut-down procedures
Operate all stations within the department for training and troubleshooting purposes
Train new hires and transfers as needed
Monitor equipment performance and report maintenance issues promptly
Perform basic preventive maintenance tasks as assigned
Maintain production records and manage department inventory supplies
Ensure all employees follow required safety procedures and wear proper PPE
Communicate effectively with team members throughout the production line
Consistently maintain tempering metrics (Ex: rejects, throughput, quality)
Other duties as assigned