Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders Salary in Illinois
Also called: Furnace, Kiln, and Kettle Operators
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Illinois earn a median of $62,870 a year, +31% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $62,870
- vs. U.S. median
- +31% ($48,040)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,620; the top 10% earn over $73,210. Nationally the range is $35,960 to $69,800.
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Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders pay in Illinois
How much do furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders make in Illinois?
The median is $62,870 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,620 and the top 10% earn over $73,210. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 43 (+31% vs. the national median of $48,040). Living costs are not included.