Kiln & Ram Press Production Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Ready to turn raw clay into precision-made parts?

At AMACO, you’ll be the go-to specialist keeping our RAM press and tile production moving smoothly. If you like solving equipment challenges, working with your hands, and seeing the tangible results of your craft, this role is for you.

Reports to: Formulated QA Lead

• Founded in 1919 by Ted O. Philpott; innovators in clays, lead-free glazes, electric kilns, and potter’s wheels.
• Founding member of the Arts and Creative Materials Institute (since 1936 standards for children’s art materials).
• Third-generation, 100-year family-owned company with a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Values you’ll feel daily: safety, quality, customer care, teamwork, respect, learning, and development.

• Operate RAM press equipment and sponge roll cleaner safely and effectively.
• Load/unload kilns and RAM press dies with care and accuracy.
• Pour molds for production tiles; apply glaze by brush or sprayer to spec.
• Inspect chips and boards for cracks, defects, and contamination.
• Calibrate machinery and document settings to maintain consistency.
• Clean equipment frequently to ensure reliable performance.
• Keep work areas orderly and compliant with safety standards.

• Clear written and verbal communication; strong reading comprehension.
• Comfort with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• A knack for following Work Instructions precisely.
• Skill with hand tools (mixer, drill, torque wrench, and more).
• Collaborative mindset plus the ability to work independently.
• Detail orientation that yields high-quality ceramic finishes.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Be prepared to stand for extended periods and perform heavy lifts in environments that can be hot or cold. You’ll regularly talk or hear, frequently stand, walk, handle materials, and reach with hands/arms; occasionally sit, climb/balance, and stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl. Frequent lifting/moving of 50+ pounds is expected. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Full-time: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (40+ hours/week). Occasional Fridays as needed. No travel is expected.

Classification:

Non-Exempt

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• RAM press training provided on the job.

• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Material Handler Experience
• Excellent Communication Skills

***Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

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EEO Statement:

AMACO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: AMACO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at AMACO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the location where we operate. AMACO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Job duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice to meet evolving business needs.