Pratt + Larson Hiring for Glaze Maker Job at Portland, OR Full Time

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We are a team of dreamers, creators, and magicians. We pour our heart and soul into our work, and it shows. We’re always looking for passionate, imaginative people to collaborate with on the next awe-inspiring design – and we’ve built our company around the growth and engagement of people like you. If that stokes your fire, we’d love to hear from you. To learn more about our company and what we do here, check out our website at www.prattandlarson.com

We are currently looking for a Glaze Maker to join our Glaze Goods Team.

The Role:

Members of the Glazemaking Team are responsible for preparing the glazes needed by our team for the production of ceramic tile. The main function of the role is to produce the needed glazes on a daily basis by following the formulas and making tests and adjustments.

The Responsibilities:

• Produces and tests stock glazes as per the formula specifications or as advised
• Formulates and produces custom glazes
• Supports an on time work flow process by tracing and tracking completed work and informing other departments as needed
• Assists Spray Team members as needed with locating glazes, troubleshooting, and adjusting glazes for optimum application
• Assists with kiln loading, bisque set-up, shipping and other departments as needed
• Maintains a clean working environment and participates in clean up and maintenance activities

Your Skills:

• Ability to spray glazes for testing
• Ability to perform Glazemaking functions effectively in a fast-paced, multiple deadline, team environment
• Detail oriented with strong reading, writing, and math skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with a wide variety of personalities.

Physical Requiements:

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position and to move about. The employee is frequently required to operate various manufacturing equipment. The employee is regularly required to observe, identify, detect and communicate by exchanging information and expressing themselves. The employee may occasionally exert up to 100 pounds of force and, with assistance, move, transport and/or position up to 100 pounds and lift 40 to 45 pound bags of material. Adhere to PPE requirements including wearing N95 masks and respirators.

Hours/Compensation:

This job is full-time, non-exempt with working hours Monday – Friday or Tuesday – Saturday with overtime available, in our Studio Factory in Portland.

This position pays from $18.00 dependent upon experience

Benefits:

Pratt + Larson is committed to the health and well-being of our team. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes a choice of medical plans, dental, vision, acupuncture, chiropractic, and massage, as well company paid life insurance and short-term disability. A 2% employer match 401(k) contribution that grows with job tenure. We offer a generous time-off allocation and a great discount on all Pratt + Larson products.

Pratt + Larson is a Proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

Pratt + Larson welcomes tile dreamers from all walks of life, of all cultures, abilities, race, religions, gender, and sexual orientation. Our employees are valued for their skills and experience and for their unique perspectives. Personal perspective is dynamic and changing, the more we interact with new ideas and different points of view the broader our understanding becomes. Having a diverse and inclusive work force enriches our team and our art. We are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an equal opportunity to participate and contribute and grow.

It all boils down to one question: Do you have Tile Dreams?

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for this role, please send us your resume. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 considerations: Employee safety and well-being is at the top of Pratt + Larson’s work practices. All employees adhere to our COVID-19 policy which follows OHA, OSHA and CDC recommendations and guidelines.

Work Location: One location