HOURS: Full time
REPORTING TO: Vessel Making Supervisor
Purpose:
As a member of the Fabrication team, assists in the production of Pewabic vessels according to Pewabic’s aesthetic and quality standards. Mix clay and slip, load and unload bisque, maintain stock, track/record items produced and materials used, and maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
Qualifications:
- Ceramics degree or equivalent work experience
- Must be proficient on the pottery wheel and familiar with clay making.
- Pottery/ceramics production experience preferred.
- Slip-casting, and kiln experience also helpful.
- Must be knowledgeable about using and maintaining studio equipment.
- Detail oriented, self-motivated individual with a focus on producing quality work.
- Use diplomacy and tact when interacting with Pottery staff and public.
- Must respond positively to constructive criticism and take direction well.
- Ability to multi-task as well as adjust to changing priorities.
- Ability to multitask as well as adjust to changing priorities.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Responsibilities:
- Complete wheel thrown vessel orders.
- Track and record items produced.
- Maintain the high quality standards of Pewabic in vessels produced.
- Mix clay and slip and needed.
- Understand drying and timing while completing pieces.
- Load and unload bisque.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Assist in unloading material deliveries.
- Demonstrate and discuss techniques used throughout the Pottery to visitors.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
- Communicate the needs of the department with your supervisor.
- Follow Pewabic policies, security and safety guidelines.
- Ability to stay on task.
- Work efficiently with cost effectiveness in mind.
- Assist in other areas of fabrication as needed.
New Hires that meet the benefit eligibility requirements of 30 hours per week or more will enjoy the following benefits:
- Be a part of a creative, fun, enthusiastic team
- Benefits including health, dental and vision
- 401k
- Short term and long term disability and life insurance
- Generous employee discount
How to Apply
Must be prepared to show samples of prior work. Applicants may be asked to throw a Pewabic classic vase form during the interview process. Please submit your resume to hr@pewabic.org.
