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Glazing Operative

Industrial

Job ID: 6424305

Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England
£11.44 - 12.50 per hour

Job Type: Full Time

Duties:

we are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Pottery Glazing Operative to join our client in the ST1 area . The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, applying, and maintaining glazes to ensure high-quality finishes on ceramic products. This role requires precision, an eye for detail, and a commitment to maintaining health and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and mix glaze recipes for production
  • Apply glazes to pottery using dipping, spraying, and brushing techniques as required.
  • Operate and maintain glaze application equipment, ensuring efficiency and quality.
  • Load and unload kilns while ensuring proper handling of glazed items to prevent defects.
  • Maintain accurate records of glaze formulations, materials used, and production processes.
  • Monitor and adjust glaze consistency, color, and thickness to achieve desired results.
  • Ensure all work areas, tools, and equipment are cleaned and stored correctly.
  • Identify and troubleshoot any glazing issues, collaborating with the team to resolve them.
  • Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including proper handling of materials and PPE usage.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in pottery glazing, ceramics production, or a related field.
  • Understanding of glaze chemistry, application techniques, and kiln firing processes.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistency in glaze application.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a production environment.
  • Good mechanical skills to operate and maintain glazing equipment.
  • Willingness to follow strict health and safety guidelines at all times.
  • Physical stamina to handle and move ceramic pieces and work in a production setting.

The details 

Monday to Friday 

£11.44 per hour + DOE 

8am-4:30pm 



If you have a passion for ceramics and experience in glazing, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today.

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Job ref: StokeGlaz