SOC 51-9051 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders is $47,008 per year ($22.60/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $39,250 and $57,845 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $66,186 per year. There are approximately 16,160 furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $16.83 | $35,006 |
| P25 | $18.87 | $39,250 |
| P50MEDIAN | $22.60 | $47,008 |
| P75 | $27.81 | $57,845 |
| P90 | $31.82 | $66,186 |
Manufacturing openings fell 71K, the first decline in three months. Quit rates continue to fall. The market is clearly easing with less urgency to stretch offers.
The national median salary for Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders is $47,008 per year ($22.60/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $39,250 and $57,845 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders is $66,186 per year ($31.82/hr). The 75th percentile is $57,845 per year.
Entry-level Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders (10th percentile) earn approximately $35,006 per year ($16.83/hr). The 25th percentile is $39,250 per year.
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