Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders vs. Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators: Salary Comparison (2026)

Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenderss earn a median salary of $47,010/year, while Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricatorss earn $42,210/year - a difference of $4,800. Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenderss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.