Production Generalist 1 - Slip Casting
About The Position
The Production Generalist executes a variety of pottery-production and support tasks in East Fork’s Slip Casting department, with frequent multitasking and assignments to different production roles as needs arise. Tasks may include operating forming equipment, trimming and handling pieces, glazing, loading and unloading kilns, and sanding and inspecting finished pieces. The role works closely with other team members and calls for attention to detail, comfort with teamwork, and an ability to work well with similar daily routines. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Production Manager. The stated schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., with an estimated 40 or more hours per week. Pay is $23.15 per hour at Grade 1. Performance reviews take place 90 days after the start date, followed by a six-month check-in and annual development reviews.
Requirements
- Strong preference for production or manufacturing experience.
- Positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to multitask while maintaining a calm and collected demeanor.
- Strong work ethic.
- Ability to problem-solve and willingness to learn new skills.
- Willingness to work flexibly and adjust to changing systems.
- Ability to learn to operate production-related equipment effectively.
- Ability to keep accurate, ongoing logs.
- Attention to detail and craftsmanship.
- Ability to avoid third-party feedback loops and siloed conversations.
- Ability to work well with similar daily routines and tasks.
- Ability to collaborate and communicate respectfully across cultural differences.
- Ability to address conflict by assuming positive intent and seeking to understand.
- Ability to embrace mistakes without assigning fault.
- Commitment to the active process of self-awareness.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds as needed.
- Ability to perform repetitive bending, lifting, and hand and arm movements.
Responsibilities
- Produce pottery according to the weekly production schedule.
- Trim, handle, finish, or glaze pieces according to East Fork’s standard operating procedures and quality standards.
- Measure and record process-quality data at least once daily, and more often as needed.
- Enter accurate production data daily.
- Follow the daily schedule and inform the Lead of workflow challenges, roadblocks, or required task changes.
- Prepare machines for the next day in accordance with production scheduling.
- Troubleshoot machines and processes when necessary.
- Communicate with supervisors and managers about issues, material needs, training questions, and work assignments.
- Participate in daily production meetings and regular team meetings.
- Follow testing protocols, complete routers appropriately, and ensure routers follow wares through production as needed.
- Maintain a clean and sanitary work area daily.
- Receive and apply feedback effectively.
- Flex to other work assignments as needed.
- Follow East Fork’s safety standards and protocols and Attendance Policy.
- Communicate professionally and effectively with all team members.
Benefits
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Sick leave
- Bereavement leave
- Paid medical leave
- Employee Assistance Network
- Court activity leave
- Employee discount
- Employer-funded $10,000 group life insurance plan
- Employer-subsidized health insurance plans
- Voluntary vision and dental plans
- Employer-matched 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
