Energetic Staffing Solutions – Bayswater VIC
Afternoon shift Furnace Operator in Bayswater
$38.75 - $45.00 per hour + super
Monday - Friday 2pm – 10pm
Furnace Operator – Afternoon Shift
About Us
Based in Bayswater this glass processor specialises in supplying high-quality architectural glass products to the residential housing and commercial building industry.
Your duties will be to in operate and monitor high-temperature furnace to ensure consistent glass production. You’ll be knowledgeable in temperature control, and safety procedures, with a solid focus on quality, efficiency, and maintaining optimal furnace performance.
Afternoon shift operating hours are 2pm - 10pm Monday to Friday with a permanent pay rate of $38.75 per hour - $45.00 per hour depending on experience.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Operate and monitor furnace machinery to ensure safe and effective glass production
Load raw glass materials into the furnace according to production requirements
Unload finished or processed glass carefully to prevent damage or injury
Adjust furnace settings such as temperature and timing to meet quality standards
Inspect glass products for defects and ensure they meet specifications
Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of furnace equipment
Record production data and report any faults or irregularities to supervisors
Handle materials and equipment using appropriate tools and protective gear
Experience & Qualifications
Operating furnaces within a manufacturing environment
Understanding of melting processes, raw material batching, and temperature control
Ability to monitor and adjust furnace settings to maintain optimal production conditions
Awareness of health and safety practices and working with high temperatures
Ability to identify and troubleshoot furnace or production issues
Conducting routine inspections and preventative maintenance
Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality
Ideally, you’ll come from industries of Glass Manufacturing & Processing, Metal & Steel Production, Foundries & Casting Operations, Mining & Mineral Processing, Ceramics & Brick Manufacturing, Cement & Construction Materials, Chemical Processing Plants, Recycling & Waste Processing (e.g. metal or glass recycling), Energy & Utilities (e.g. power plants, biomass, waste-to-energy)