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Production Generalist - Temporary
Temporary Production Generalist
Job Description V2026
Position Description
The Temporary Production Generalist is responsible for executing a variety of tasks surrounding pottery production. This position is responsible for the production and supporting tasks of the forming, glazing, kiln, and QC processes through the completion of daily and weekly make lists. The Temporary Production Generalist will be assigned to various roles within the Production Department as needs arise. Responsibilities may include operation of forming equipment, trimming/handling of pieces, glazing pieces, loading & unloading kilns, and sanding and inspecting finished pieces, while working closely with other team members. It is important that the Temporary Production Generalist enjoys and is comfortable working as a part of a team, has acute attention to detail, and works well with similar daily routines.
Responsibilities
- Producing pottery as outlined in the weekly production schedule
- Trimming, handling, finishing, or glazing pieces to according to East Fork’s standard operating procedures and quality standards
- Measuring and recording process quality data at least once daily, and more often as needed
- Entering accurate production data daily
- Adhering to daily schedule and informing the Lead of any challenges or roadblocks that impeded workflow or required a shift in tasks
- Preparing machines for the next day to adhere to production scheduling
- Troubleshooting machines and processes when necessary
- Communicating with the Sr. Operators regarding any issues, material needs, or questions regarding training or work assignments
- Participating in daily production meetings and regular team meetings
- Adhering to testing protocols, filling out routers appropriately and ensuring that routers follow wares through the production process as necessary
- Maintaining a clean and sanitary work area daily
- Effectively receiving and applying feedback
- Able to flex to other work assignments as needed
- Adherence to East Fork’s safety standards and protocols
- Adherence to East Fork’s Attendance Policy
- Professional & effective communication with all team members
Terms of Employment
This position is temporary and will end on September 25, 2026. The terms of this employment can be revoked or changed at any time for any reason.
Reports To
Production Manager
Classification
This position is full time, Temporary, non-exempt.
Pay Rate/Grade
East Fork shall pay you $23.15 hourly at Grade 1
Estimated Weekly Hours
1st shift: 40+ hrs, Monday - Friday 6:30AM-2:30PM
Qualifications
- Promotes the culture and values of the company while maintaining a positive work environment
- Strong preference for production / manufacturing experience
- Positive attitude and ability to work as a part of a team
- Ability to multitask while maintaining a calm and collected demeanor
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to problem solve and willingness to learn new skills
Physical Demands
Extensive physical exertions which includes but are not limited to:
- Standing for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 lbs as needed
- Repetitive bending, lifting, and hand/arm movements
Company Overview
East Fork is located in Asheville, NC and Brooklyn, NY. At our heart we are makers: we produce every piece of ceramics we sell and source other objects for the home from near and far to offer a meaningful, beautiful, and personal collection of useful objects for the home.
Values at Work
Craft: Craft is not the things we make, it’s the way we make them. It’s the spirit in which we approach our work, to make it nice, to aspire to mastery, and it demonstrates our care about the person who will use the product of our work and how our work impacts their life.
Generosity: We work towards a model of shared prosperity, setting a bigger, more inclusive, more equitable table for everyone we meet - from our employees to the communities in which we live.
Consideration: We approach each other with focus, clarity, and kindness. We think deeply about the outcome and impacts of our actions, on our organization, the individuals within it, our customers, our environment, and our community.
Curiosity: We stay in our beginner's mind, humble, aware of how much we do not know, striving earnestly and open-heartedly towards our shared success.
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