🎨 Ceramist (Artistic or Dental) - Full-Time

Location: Spokane, Washington Compensation: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour DOE Schedule: Full-Time (Typical M-F, specific hours may vary)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Ceramist to join our team in Spokane, Washington. The Ceramist will be responsible for creating and finishing high-quality ceramic pieces, either for artistic/commercial applications (e.g., pottery, tile, sculpture) or dental prosthetics (e.g., crowns, bridges, veneers), depending on the specific facility's focus. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional manual dexterity, a deep understanding of ceramic materials and firing processes, and a commitment to precision and aesthetic excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabrication & Finishing: Create ceramic objects from raw materials (clay, porcelain, zirconia, etc.) using techniques such as hand-building, wheel-throwing, molding, or advanced layering.
• Glazing & Coloring: Prepare and apply glazes, stains, and porcelain powders to achieve the desired texture, color, and aesthetic effect, including custom shade matching.
• Firing: Operate and maintain kilns, managing precise firing schedules and temperatures to ensure material integrity and quality.
• Quality Control: Inspect and refine all work, making necessary adjustments to ensure pieces meet specified standards, fit, function, and artistic or professional requirements.
• Material Management: Maintain inventory of materials, tools, and equipment, and keep a clean, organized, and safe workspace.
• Collaboration: Work effectively with designers, clients, or dental/technical teams to interpret specifications and deliver products that meet exact requirements and deadlines.
• Documentation (Dental Focus): Accurately read and interpret dental prescriptions/work orders and maintain detailed records of fabrication processes.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2-5 years of professional experience as a Ceramist, Ceramic Artist, or Dental Ceramist/Technician.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Formal training or certification in Ceramics, Fine Arts, Dental Technology, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Skills:
• Exceptional manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Strong attention to detail and an artistic eye for aesthetics and form.
• Thorough knowledge of ceramic materials, their properties, and different firing cycles.
• Proficiency with relevant tools and equipment (pottery wheel, kiln, layering brushes, CAD/CAM systems, etc., depending on specialization).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

This full-time position includes a full benefits package, designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. The comprehensive package typically includes:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Financial Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays.
• Insurance: Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage.