Dinnerware Production Technician

About Heath Heath Ceramics is a California company making dinnerware and architectural tiles of good and enduring design for 75 years.

We are design-led, with the mission of creating products of beauty and integrity, while designing, manufacturing, and running our business in a way that's better for society and our planet.

Our products are designed, manufactured, and sold in our two California factories and four showrooms, ensuring accountability in our process, from beginning to end.

As a Certified B Corp, we maintain high standards of social responsibility, environmental performance, and transparency.

We believe in the benefits of local manufacturing and support a community of people committed to and inspired by the process of designing, making, and sharing.

We believe in providing a living wage, full health and welfare benefits, and a place for meaningful work.

Role Summary The Raw Material Generalist is an important member of the Dinnerware and Tile production teams.  The main daily functions of the role include making glazes, firing kilns, treating waste water and making slip.  This role will report into the Dinnerware Production Manager but will also work closely with several other functions in the business from the design team to the tile team.  It is important to be detail oriented and have the ability to multitask.

Responsibilities Slip Making Batching fresh manganese clay and casting slip according to recipe requirements Adjusting the rheological properties of the clay body; adjust and balance casting slip using viscometer and specific gravity cup Operating the filter presses, dust collection system, displacement pumps  Operating the dust collection system Pressure washing the slipmaking area daily Maintaining the proportions between fresh and reclaimed clay Batch casting slips, supply slip caster with slip, and recycle casting scrap Collecting scrap clay from for recycling Gas and Electric Kiln Firing Documenting the firing process and taking instrument readings Measuring and recording kiln firing results  Maintaining the burners on a daily basis Carefully monitoring the product in the bisque kiln and correcting any quality control issues  Supports annual kiln maintenance Glaze Making Learning the basic glaze formulas, materials, and the order in which they are added to the glaze recipes Batching the glaze according to specific recipes Measuring viscosity and specific gravity using the correct equipment Adjusting basic rheological properties including viscosity and specific gravity Understanding screen selection (60 mesh, 80 mesh, or 120 mesh) for base glazes Preparing and firing test samples for glaze batches Maintaining glaze storage area at a high standard of safety and cleanliness Basic understanding of the firing and quality control processes Preparing glazes to specification for dinnerware and tile production  Coordinating with key dinnerware production employees to maintain optimal quantities of prepared glazes Qualifications and Experience Previous Ceramics Raw Goods or Glaze Making a plus  Superior time management skills Ability to follow strict safety guidelines Work consistently and precisely Desire to work in a plant environment and to be “hands on” Great people skills :

• must be patient, flexible, and calm Excellent tactile skills / craftsmanship Excellent communication skills and attention to detail  Physical Requirements (heavy) Ability to lift 20- 50 lbs approximately 200 times per day Standing for 90% of the day Other activities, including climbing, balancing, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, repetitive motion, grasping, and feeling.
• Work Environment / Hours / Compensation This position is a full-time, non-exempt, role that is on-site at our Sausalito Factory & Showroom.

The hours for this position are 8 :

How to Apply If you would like to be considered for this position apply through this application form.