Furnace Operator Salary in Detroit, Michigan

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How much does a Furnace Operator make in Detroit, MI? The average Furnace Operator salary in Detroit, MI is $42,057 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $38,166 and $46,918. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Furnace Operator
Ecobat - City of Industry , CA
Maintains focus with furnace operation and reports to Chief Operator or Supervisor any discrepancy discovered. * Responsible for furnace operation; ensures that furnace operation is within current ...
LinkedIn - Today
Pyrolysis Plant Operator
Endeavour. Inspired Infrastructure. - Rosamond , CA
Proven experience as a plant operator, preferably in a pyrolysis, chemical, or industrial furnace environment. Specific Skills / Abilities * Strong understanding of plant operations, process controls ...
LinkedIn - 61 days ago
Rolling Mill Shift Supervisor
Cascade Steel Rolling Mills, Inc. - McMinnville , OR
Located in McMinnville, OR (near Portland), our electric arc furnace (EAF) mini-mill produces a ... operator, Roller position. * Ideal candidates will have experience in bar, rod or section mill ...
LinkedIn - 66 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Furnace Operator in Detroit, MI. The base salary for Furnace Operator ranges from $38,166 to $46,918 with the average base salary of $42,057. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $38,588 to $47,768 with the average total cash compensation of $42,661.

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About Detroit, Michigan    Detroit (/dɪˈtrɔɪt/, locally also /ˈdiːtrɔɪt/; French: Détroit, lit. 'strait') is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Michigan, th....More

Detroit, Michigan  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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