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Candle Making Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

Making sure all stations are fully stocked and ready for service - maintain stations fully during service. * Setting up candles on the tables. * Detailing all tables before the start of service to ...

Making sure all stations are fully stocked and ready for service - maintain stations fully during service. * Setting up candles on the tables. * Detailing all tables before the start of service to ...

Making sure all stations are fully stocked and ready for service - maintain stations fully during service. * Setting up candles on the tables. * Detailing all tables before the start of service to ...

Making sure all stations are fully stocked and ready for service - maintain stations fully during service. * Setting up candles on the tables. * Detailing all tables before the start of service to ...

Making sure all stations are fully stocked and ready for service - maintain stations fully during service. * Setting up candles on the tables. * Detailing all tables before the start of service to ...

Making sure all stations are fully stocked and ready for service - maintain stations fully during service. * Setting up candles on the tables. * Detailing all tables before the start of service to ...

Making sure all stations are fully stocked and ready for service - maintain stations fully during service. * Setting up candles on the tables. * Detailing all tables before the start of service to ...

Making sure all stations are fully stocked and ready for service - maintain stations fully during service. * Setting up candles on the tables. * Detailing all tables before the start of service to ...

Making sure all stations are fully stocked and ready for service - maintain stations fully during service. * Setting up candles on the tables. * Detailing all tables before the start of service to ...

Making sure all stations are fully stocked and ready for service - maintain stations fully during service. * Setting up candles on the tables. * Detailing all tables before the start of service to ...

Retail Sales

Broad Brook, CT · On-site

$16.35 - $16.68/hr

Maybe it's a cozy candle, a childhood-favorite snack, or the perfect gift for someone. Here it's never about making a sale, but about making a memory our guests can take with them. So if you're ...

Retail Sales

Milford, CT · On-site

$16.35 - $16.68/hr

Maybe it's a cozy candle, a childhood-favorite snack, or the perfect gift for someone. Here it's never about making a sale, but about making a memory our guests can take with them. So if you're ...

Retail Sales

Milford, CT · On-site

$16.35 - $16.68/hr

Maybe it's a cozy candle, a childhood-favorite snack, or the perfect gift for someone. Here it's never about making a sale, but about making a memory our guests can take with them. So if you're ...

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How much do candle making jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for candle making in Connecticut is $22.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.06 and $16.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is candle making?

A Candle Making job involves creating candles by melting wax, adding fragrances or colors, and pouring it into molds or containers. Candle makers may work in small businesses, craft studios, or large manufacturing facilities. Responsibilities can include designing custom candles, handling production equipment, and ensuring quality control. Some candle makers also sell their products online or at craft fairs. It can be both a creative hobby and a professional trade.

What skills and qualifications are needed for candle making?

To thrive in candle making, you need knowledge of wax types, fragrance blending, color mixing, and safety practices, typically learned through hands-on experience or vocational training. Familiarity with melting equipment, molds, scent dispensers, and quality control tools is important for efficient production. Attention to detail, creativity, and time management are standout soft skills in this field. These abilities ensure safe, high-quality products and can help a candle maker excel in both small business and large-scale manufacturing environments.

What are common challenges a candle maker faces on the job?

Candle makers often encounter challenges such as achieving consistent fragrance strength, preventing surface imperfections or air bubbles, and ensuring proper wick placement for even burning. Balancing production efficiency with creativity—especially when customizing colors or scents—can require patience and careful quality control. Staying updated on safety standards and industry trends also plays a role, particularly for those seeking to expand their product line or move into supervisory roles. Collaborating with team members in larger workshops or with sales and marketing teams can be part of the job, making strong communication a valuable asset.

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Infographic showing various Candle Making job openings in Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,298 per year, or $22.3 per hour.

Yankee Candle - Store Manager - Evergreen Walk, CT

Newell Brands

South Windsor, CT

$59K - $70K/yr

Full-time

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7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 80 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

324th of 544 rated manufacturers


Job description

Job ID: 17093 

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Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco, Coleman, Oster, Rubbermaid, Sharpie and Yankee Candle - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact-supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

Job Overview

Execute the following roles and responsibilities and deliver an exceptional employee and guest experience and drive profitable top line sales growth.

Responsibilities:

Team Experience:  Builds a high performing team that represents our Newell Brand Values: Passion for Winning, Integrity, Leadership, Ownership, and Teamwork.

  • Recruits, hires, develops, inspires, and retains top talent.
  • Meets and maintains staffing goals, including seasonal staffing within hiring timelines.
  • Ensures effective onboarding and on-going development of team.
  • Recognizes and addresses positive and negative HR related situations through performance management.
  • Motivates, inspires, and retains top talent and establishes succession plans.
  • Provides coaching and fosters a positive work environment.

Guest Experience: Creates a store environment that is focused on delivering an exceptional guest experience, driving sales results, and maintaining a safe, inviting shopping and working experience.

  • Deliver an emotionally, engaging guest experience by understanding guest needs, through product knowledge, and making emotional connections.
  • Maximize sales potential by implementing company selling strategies, coaching to selling behaviors and maximizing the Guest Sales Leader role.
  • Drive guest loyalty through the Rewards Loyalty program, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Best Guest communication, and Grass Roots Marketing.
  • Build lasting customer relationships to enhance loyalty.
  • Maintain store appearance by implementing company visual standards through flawless execution of plan-o-grams, effective planning, visual maintenance, signage and store cleanliness.

Operational Experience: Analyze the business, create clear action plans that ensure effective execution of all operational activities.

  • Analyze the business, identify root causes, and create effective action plans that drive results.
  • Ensure clear, effective, team communication that creates understanding and alignment.
  • Create effective schedules to ensure proper sales floor coverage, maximize sales and meet payroll targets.
  • Direct inventory management activities and control expenses.
  • Incorporate safety and loss prevention measures into daily activities and follow company policies and Code of Ethics.
  • Consistently achieve or exceed all Key Performance Indicator (KPI) goals through strategic planning, effective execution, and continuous performance improvement.

 

Qualifications

- High School completion or equivalent GED

- Proven experience as a Retail Store Manager or in a similar role (3+ years preferred).

- Strong leadership and team management skills.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

- Proficient in retail software and Microsoft Office.

- Strong analytical skills

- Solution oriented

- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

The CT base pay range for this position is from $59,000 to $70,000. Salary will be based on prior experience related to the skills required for this position.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer's, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply. 


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Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer's, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

Year founded

1903

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