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Detailed occupation · 51-9051

Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders

Official English titleFurnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders

01 / Official English duty definition

Official English duty definition

Operate or tend heating equipment other than basic metal, plastic, or food processing equipment. Includes activities such as annealing glass, drying lumber, curing rubber, removing moisture from materials, or boiling soap.

02 / Classification parents

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Other Production Occupations51-9000
Broad occupation
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders51-9050
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