Lead Gaffer / Glassblower

This position is for an experienced glass blower.  You should have at least 3 years of experience in a hot shop setting as well as a general knowledge of terms and glass blowing equipment. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter, welcomes new ideas, works well with others in a team environment, and who has a desire to hone their glass working and leadership skills in a production setting.

Compensation: $22.00 - $28.00 an hour

Hours:  7:00 am to 4:00 pm daily

Benefits: Accrued vacation and sick time, holidays paid. 401K available after 1 year of employment

You should have at least 3 years of experience in a hot shop setting as well as a general knowledge of terms and glass blowing equipment.  At least 1 year of experience gaffing

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Gaffer Role

• Head Gaffer leading a team of glass blowers on all daily production.
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of the standard shapes and colors in our production line.
• Lead on developing our prototypes and giving input on the best way to execute new styles.
• Team lead on end of week charging of the furnaces.

Management

• This is a leadership position that requires thoughtful planning, communication, oversight, delegation, and coordination inside your team.
• Ability to train other gaffers and share information, knowledge, skill, and process improvement.
• Inform and support HS team regarding jobs and general requirements around the shop.

• Work with production manager on scheduling and team structure as well as training and overseeing new hires.
• Daily post-production meeting with production manager to discuss issues/concerns of the day.

Studio Management

• Monitor and enforce all safety guidelines and maintain an organized and safe studio.
• Assist and advise production manager and owner on needs, improvements, new technologies, shop expansion and new equipment acquisitions.
• Oversee ordering of supplies
• Knowledge and ability to repair equipment or communicates with appropriate vendor to schedule necessary repairs
• Performing routine tech maintenance

Niche Opens its studio weekly on Wednesday nights to allow employees the use of glass, plus equipment for the purpose of making personal work.

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Heart is at the center of everything we do. At Niche, company culture is very important to us; we value hard work, honesty, and loyalty.

We have a small, dedicated team working daily to produce our beautiful handmade products. We are proud that every aspect of the Niche brand is created in-house all while building a global reputation on a local scale. We are thrilled to have our handmade glass lighting installed in restaurants, hotels, and private residences all over the world.