Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting · 7 hours ago
Senior/Master Glass Blower and Shop Tech
Hialeah, FL
Part-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expFine Art Handcrafted Lighting is a Made in America lighting company that specializes in artistic lighting and studio glass. They are seeking a Senior/Master Glass Blower and Shop Tech who will demonstrate exceptional glassblowing skills, support innovative designs, and oversee complex projects while also managing shop operations and maintenance.
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Responsibilities
Expert Glassblowing: Demonstrating exceptional skill in all aspects of glassblowing, mold blowing, shaping, forming and finishing work
Design Support: Support the creation of innovative designs, often pushing the boundaries of glassblowing techniques
Mentorship: Guiding apprentices and journeymen, sharing their knowledge and expertise
Project Management: Overseeing complex glassblowing projects as directed, ensuring that they meet deadlines and quality standards
Quality Control: Ensuring that all glass pieces produced meet the highest standards of craftsmanship
Technical Proficiency: A deep understanding of glass properties, techniques, and equipment. Equivalent to 10 years of production experience
Creativity: The ability to design and create unique and innovative glass pieces
Coldworking: Has basic coldworking skills
Problem-Solving: The capacity to overcome challenges and find solutions to technical issues
Leadership: The ability to guide and mentor others in glassblowing
Independent or Collaborative: May work independently or as part of a team, depending on the nature of the project
Physical Demands: Glassblowing can be physically demanding, requiring strength, dexterity, and the ability to stand for long periods in hot weather. The studio location is in Miami Florida which has very hot summer months. The workspace has a tremendous exhaust system, but the day temperatures will typically run into the 90’s
Furnace Operation: The operation, repair and maintenance of the Falorni furnaces. This requires a basic knowledge of combustion systems and the ability to read a electrical schematic. Understanding the tuning of the furnaces and preventative maintenance required
Kiln Maintenance: Replacing components and servicing electrical annealers and kilns. An understanding of kiln operation and repair which includes replacing elements and breakers. Basic understanding of electrical systems. Preventative maintenance includes the physical operation of doors, insulation, etc
Watlow controllers: Full operation and programing of Watlow controllers. Installation of controllers and understanding of the control box
Gas Devices: Repair and maintenance of all gas devices such as gloryholes and pipe warmers
Basic shop Maintenance: The ongoing maintenance of the hot shop studio equipment and all of its varied shop equipment
Repair of wood molds. The rebuilding to maintain the operation of the wood molds
Qualification
Required
10 years of production glass blowing experience
Expert Glassblowing: Demonstrating exceptional skill in all aspects of glassblowing, mold blowing, shaping, forming and finishing work
Design Support: Support the creation of innovative designs, often pushing the boundaries of glassblowing techniques
Mentorship: Guiding apprentices and journeymen, sharing their knowledge and expertise
Project Management: Overseeing complex glassblowing projects as directed, ensuring that they meet deadlines and quality standards
Quality Control: Ensuring that all glass pieces produced meet the highest standards of craftsmanship
Technical Proficiency: A deep understanding of glass properties, techniques, and equipment
Creativity: The ability to design and create unique and innovative glass pieces
Coldworking: Has basic coldworking skills
Problem-Solving: The capacity to overcome challenges and find solutions to technical issues
Leadership: The ability to guide and mentor others in glassblowing
Independent or Collaborative: May work independently or as part of a team, depending on the nature of the project
Physical Demands: Glassblowing can be physically demanding, requiring strength, dexterity, and the ability to stand for long periods in hot weather
Furnace Operation: The operation, repair and maintenance of the Falorni furnaces
Kiln Maintenance: Replacing components and servicing electrical annealers and kilns
Watlow controllers: Full operation and programming of Watlow controllers
Gas Devices: Repair and maintenance of all gas devices such as gloryholes and pipe warmers
Basic shop Maintenance: The ongoing maintenance of the hot shop studio equipment and all of its varied shop equipment
Repair of wood molds: The rebuilding to maintain the operation of the wood molds
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
401K
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Accident Insurance
Cancer Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Insurance
Company
Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting
Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting is driven to achieve the highest artistic standards by creating unique and original lighting designs of beautifully handcrafted metal, hand-blown glass, and other unique materials utilizing exquisite hand-applied finishes.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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