How to Apply: Send your resume to jobs@hadleypottery.com with the subject line: “Production Application – RAM Press Operator”

• Position Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week) with benefits
• Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Starting Pay: $16/hr with a performance-based increase to $18/hr within the first 6 months
  
  Job Description: We are hiring for a full-time RAM Press Pottery Operator to join our production team. This position involves operating and maintaining a hydraulic RAM press to create ceramic forms such as dinnerware and other pieces using custom dies and molds.
  
  Key Responsibilities:
• Set up and operate the RAM press, including positioning and clamping dies, preparing clay, and running press controls.
• Prepare and size clay to proper specifications, ensuring consistency for pressing.
• Inspect ware for defects and accuracy in thickness, making adjustments as needed.
• Maintain molds and dies by sponging, cleaning, and ensuring proper function.
  
  Qualifications & Requirements:
• Manufacturing experience in a fast-paced environment. (Preferred, but training is provided)
• Strong attention to detail and quality control skills.
• Technical/mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to stand for long periods, perform repetitive tasks, and lift/maneuver heavy materials.

Job Description: Hadley Pottery is looking for dedicated team members to join our production crew. If you love working with your hands and take pride in quality craftsmanship, we'd love to meet you.

Finishing Specialist:
Help bring our pottery to life. You'll clean and smooth greenware, removing rough edges and imperfections before pieces move to our painting department. Using hand tools like sponges and sanding pads, you'll inspect each piece to ensure it meets Hadley Pottery's high standards for quality and craftsmanship. Attention to detail is essential in this role.

Pug Mill Operator:
Keep our clay production running smoothly. You'll safely operate our pug mill to process and prepare clay for production, loading and feeding clay efficiently while monitoring consistency. Your responsibilities include cutting, weighing, and preparing clay according to production needs, packaging prepared materials for the team, and maintaining equipment and work areas. You'll also communicate with production staff about clay needs and any equipment concerns.

What We're Looking For:
No prior pottery experience necessary—we provide training. We prefer candidates with manufacturing, production, or factory experience. You should be comfortable standing for extended periods, performing repetitive hand and arm movements, and lifting clay and pottery as needed. We're looking for team members who are detail-oriented, follow procedures, show up on time, and thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced environment. A willingness to assist your teammates and take pride in quality work matters most.