Production Generalist 1
About The Position
The Production Generalist is responsible for executing a variety of tasks surrounding pottery production. This position is responsible for the production and supporting tasks of the forming, glazing, kiln, and QC processes through the completion of daily and weekly make lists. The Production Generalist will be assigned to various roles within the Production Department as needs arise. Responsibilities may include operation of forming equipment, trimming/handling of pieces, glazing pieces, loading & unloading kilns, and sanding and inspecting finished pieces, while working closely with other team members. It is important that the Production Generalist enjoys and is comfortable working as a part of a team, has acute attention to detail, and works well with similar daily routines.
Requirements
- Promotes the culture and values of the company while maintaining a positive work environment
- Positive attitude and ability to work as a 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 with flexibility and adjust to changing systems
- Ability to learn to effectively operate production related equipment
- Ability to keep accurate, ongoing logs
- Ability to maintain attention to detail and craftsmanship
- Ability to avoid third party feedback loops and siloed conversations
- Works well with similar daily routines and tasks
- Collaborates across cultural differences
- Ability to respect and communicate across lines of cultural differences
- Ability to address conflict by assuming positive intent and seeking to understand
- Ability to embrace a mistake w/ out fault
- A commitment to center the active process of self awareness
- Standing for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 lbs as needed
- Repetitive bending, lifting, and hand/arm movements
Nice To Haves
- Strong preference for production / manufacturing experience
Responsibilities
- Producing pottery as outlined in the weekly production schedule
- Trimming, handling, finishing, or glazing pieces to according to East Fork’s standard operating procedures and quality standards
- Measuring and recording process quality data at least once daily, and more often as needed
- Entering accurate production data daily
- Adhering to daily schedule and informing the Lead of any challenges or roadblocks that impeded workflow or required a shift in tasks
- Preparing machines for the next day to adhere to production scheduling
- Troubleshooting machines and processes when necessary
- Communicating with the Leads regarding any issues, material needs, or questions regarding training or work assignments
- Participating in daily production meetings and regular team meetings
- Adhering to testing protocols, filling out routers appropriately and ensuring that routers follow wares through the production process as necessary
- Maintaining a clean and sanitary work area daily
- Effectively receiving and applying feedback
- Adherence to East Fork’s safety standards and protocols
- Adherence to East Fork’s Attendance Policy
- Professional & effective communication 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 $10k group life insurance plan
- Employer Subsidized Health Insurance Plans
- Voluntary Vision & 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
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
