Candle Maker

Antique Candle Co.®•Lafayette, IN

About The Position

Part Time Candle Makers are responsible for assisting the production of all candles and melts according to the production schedule and levels of demand as determined by the Production Manager and Executive Team. You will get to work in a fast, fun and friendly work setting while getting to make some of the best smelling candles around!

Requirements

Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to self-start and take initiative.
Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills.
Ability to function well in a team environment that is high-paced and at times (let’s be honest, we’re talking Q3 and Q4) stressful.
Ability to exhibit the small business mindset, even as the business grows.
Willingness to shift and be flexible with changing goals and timelines.
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

Works collaboratively with the entire production team to ensure the production schedule is completed every day with the high level of quality our candle friends know and love.
Pours candles via the OMP wand into mason jars and melts, with some support with hand pouring in the Antique work center when needed.
Cleans and lids candles with aesthetic care, making sure jars are spotless, and lids are screwed on tightly.
Executes, adapts to, and stays current on proper operational procedures to ensure efficiency and maximize output. We are constantly looking for ways to improve our processes and with improvement comes change!
Operates the wicking and glue machines to wick candles with extreme precision in preparation for the pouring process.
Unloads pallets of raw materials and finished goods as well as palletizes finished goods.
Champions the safety culture by always following safety guidelines and ensuring materials are organized.

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