Glassblower
On offer
Simon Pearce, a leader in the design and manufacture of hand blown glass and hand-made pottery, has an exciting opportunity for a Glassblower Trainee . The primary objective in this role is to learn and understand production glassblowing processes and how to work safely with other production workers around you. This position is an opportunity for a motivated individual to grow as a professional in the Glassblowing trade in a fast paced environment. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Learn basic skills of gathering and carrying glass Maintain a safe work environment following all protocol and safety standards Learn how to maintain the shop area, pipes, tools, moulds, etc. Secondary Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain a clean work area, setting up the shop for production and cleaning the shop area at the end of each shift Required Qualifications: Related experience or course work preferred Must be able to lift up to twenty (20) pounds of glass on a frequent basis and lift up to 50lb. cast iron mould Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions and communication Interest in the processes of production glassblowing Success Factors: Team player Exceptional attention to detail and focus Comfort working with a public audience Physical Demands & Work Environment: Requires standing, sitting, walking, stooping, crouching, kneeling, leaning, and using steps for 8+ hour shifts Consistently using arms, wrist, hands, and fingers to manipulate tools and shape hot glass and keep the glass constantly moving on the blow pipe and in any moulds that may be used Lifting and carrying anywhere from a few ounces to upwards of ten pounds of glass on the end of a five foot blow pipe Production of certain items requires lifting the glass head high Regularly lift moulds that are made of wood, graphite, or cast iron and can weigh up to fifty (50) pounds. Glass temperatures of up to 2,300 degrees Fahrenheit in the furnace create high temperatures in the production space The work exposes employee to UV light and extreme heat, P.P.E. is supplied Exposure to [dust] airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, noise, and equipment that is hot to the touch To apply, please complete the below application and submit a resume and cover letter, if applicable . This is a full time position eligible to participate in all benefits Simon Pearce offers including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K w/ a company match, Paid Time Off, and product discounts. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status. Simon Pearce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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