Do you like to be in a workshop environment? Are you the kind of person who can’t sit still? Are you always looking for the next thing to do when one job is done? Are you precise? Can you perceive the rhythm in a workshop and move to the next task that will need to be done. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, a team player, and an organizational all-star who has a positive attitude, attention to detail, and exceptional time management skills.
In addition to the priceless satisfaction of working with great people in an organization that makes the world a better place, you will receive a total rewards package that includes the following:
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- SIMPLE IRA with Employer Match
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Several Discounts
This position is full-time Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM -5:00 PM starting at $17.50 (compensation is based upon experience and ability). To be considered, email us a cover letter and resume to jobs@motawi.com. Learn more about us here.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist teammates with cleaning the production space, clay box assembly and packaging.
- Load customer vehicles with purchased goods and facilitate/fulfill shipping requests via UPS.
- Receive inventory and stock the warehouse accurately.
- Prep and weigh raw materials for retail orders or production clay assembly recipes.
- Maintain and fill stock, keep the retail space fronted and organized, stocking prep items on the mason stain wall or dry material shelf.
- Follow safety procedures and maintain MIOSHA safety standards.
- Perform clay and glaze sampling and testing and make product improvements.
- Develop knowledge and skills associated with ceramics.
- Like every member of our team, the team member is expected to pitch in with whatever needs doing when the going gets tough.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform tasks while standing or walking for extended periods.
- Ability to work in environments with dust (Air quality meets MIOSHA standards, but low levels of ambient silica dust and other ceramic materials may irritate some individuals' lungs).
- Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including a P100 Particulate respirator, and pass a respirator examination.
- Must be able to lift and carry 25-75 lbs. independently, on a routine basis throughout the workday.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate.
- Ability to adjust to different situations and needs in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to efficiently manage time and solve problems.
- Ability to collaborate well with the team and ensure a cohesive and supportive environment.
- Ability to ensure accuracy while prepping and weighing raw materials.
- Ability to gain a thorough understanding of the business to support the team.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Associate degree or higher.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks and/or Shopify.
- Aptitude with power tools or repairing machinery.
- Forklift experience; OSHA Forklift Certification.
- Prep work experience.
- Ceramics experience.
- Manufacturing (production) experience.
Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter describing how you meet the job requirements and why you are the best person for the job to jobs@motawi.com.
No phone calls or emails please. Equal Opportunity Employer.