This position consists of assisting the Production Manager in a variety of tasks associated with the ceramic studio, including maintaining glazes, repairing molds, sanding greenware, and studio upkeep, etc. The Ceramics Assistant will work closely with the Production Manager to ensure that all aspects of the ceramic studio maintain excellent functionality for production.

• Maintain clay stock
• Maintain glazes
• Clean and organize studio/studio tools
• Assist in various projects related to the ceramic studios’ needs
• Assist the pottery studio in the fulfillment of wholesale ceramics orders according to production schedule.
• Produce slip-cast and slab-formed ceramic pottery.
• Daily glazing of production ware, kiln loading, unloading, basic kiln maintenance.
• Assist in clay making including mixing and pugging clay to keep clay level adequate for daily slab production and monitoring of casting slip.
• Produce standard production items, including both slab formed and slip-cast pieces, according to production schedule determined by the Production Manager.
• Mixing and sieving glazes for studio use, keeping glaze levels high for production.
• Complete basic ceramics studio maintenance such as cleaning and organizing of work areas, tools, and equipment.
• Refine and implement processes under the direction of the Production Manager.
• Complete weekly inventory count and help pack outgoing wholesale orders.
• Work efficiently, pay attention to detail and perform duties in a clean manner.
• Other duties as needed.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, squat, bend, kneel, push, pull, reach with arms, and handle/feel objects. Must have the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years of experience working with ceramics

Success at J. Valentine requires that…

• You are a doer, and you get things done
• You’re a team player
• You’re humble
• You are honest, straightforward, and transparent
• You are approachable and accessible
• You want to get your hands dirty
• You solve problems
• You are resilient and flexible
• You are entrepreneurial, smart, and passionate

Benefits include but are not limited to...

• Generous employee discount at J. Valentine and Scout Design Studio
• Opportunity for growth within the company
• Benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), STD, and Life Insurance
• Happy hours, team lunches, company outings & more!
• Amazing & supportive culture
• Paid Time Off