Pilchuck Glass School
This position is for an experienced glass blower. You should have at least3 years ofexperience in a hot shopsetting as well as ageneral knowledge of terms and glass blowing equipment. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter, welcomes new ideas, works well with others in a team environment, and who has a desire to hone their glass working and leadership skills in a production setting.
Hours:
7:00 am to 3:30 pm daily Benefits: Accrued vacation and sick time as well as paid holidays. 401K available after 1 year of employment Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Gaffer Role
Head Gaffer leading a team of glass blowers on all daily production. Develop comprehensive knowledge of the standard shapes and colors in our production line. Lead on developing our prototypes and giving input on the best way to execute new styles. Team lead on end of week charging of the furnaces. Management
This is a leadership position that requires thoughtful planning, communication, oversight, delegation, and coordination inside your team. Ability to train other gaffers and share information, knowledge, skill, and process improvement. Inform and support HS team regarding jobs and general requirementsaroundthe shop. Work with production manager on scheduling and team structure as well as training and overseeing new hires. Daily post-production meeting with production manager to discuss issues/concerns of the day. Monitor and enforce all safety guidelines and maintain an organized and safe studio. Assist and advise production manager and owner on needs, improvements, new technologies, shop expansion and new equipment acquisitions. Oversee ordering of supplies Knowledge and ability to repair equipment or communicates with appropriate vendor to schedule necessary repairs Performing routine tech maintenance Niche Opens its studio weekly on Wednesday nights toallow employees the use of glass, plus equipment for the purpose of making personal work. Heart is at the center of everything we do. At Niche, company culture is very important to us; we value hard work, honesty, and loyalty. We have a small, dedicated team working daily to produce our beautiful handmade products. We are proud that every aspect of the Niche brand is created in-house all while building a global reputation on a local scale. We are thrilled to have our handmade glass lighting installed in restaurants, hotels, and private residences all over the world.
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7:00 am to 3:30 pm daily Benefits: Accrued vacation and sick time as well as paid holidays. 401K available after 1 year of employment Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Gaffer Role
Head Gaffer leading a team of glass blowers on all daily production. Develop comprehensive knowledge of the standard shapes and colors in our production line. Lead on developing our prototypes and giving input on the best way to execute new styles. Team lead on end of week charging of the furnaces. Management
This is a leadership position that requires thoughtful planning, communication, oversight, delegation, and coordination inside your team. Ability to train other gaffers and share information, knowledge, skill, and process improvement. Inform and support HS team regarding jobs and general requirementsaroundthe shop. Work with production manager on scheduling and team structure as well as training and overseeing new hires. Daily post-production meeting with production manager to discuss issues/concerns of the day. Monitor and enforce all safety guidelines and maintain an organized and safe studio. Assist and advise production manager and owner on needs, improvements, new technologies, shop expansion and new equipment acquisitions. Oversee ordering of supplies Knowledge and ability to repair equipment or communicates with appropriate vendor to schedule necessary repairs Performing routine tech maintenance Niche Opens its studio weekly on Wednesday nights toallow employees the use of glass, plus equipment for the purpose of making personal work. Heart is at the center of everything we do. At Niche, company culture is very important to us; we value hard work, honesty, and loyalty. We have a small, dedicated team working daily to produce our beautiful handmade products. We are proud that every aspect of the Niche brand is created in-house all while building a global reputation on a local scale. We are thrilled to have our handmade glass lighting installed in restaurants, hotels, and private residences all over the world.
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