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How much do production potter jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for production potter in the United States is $16.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a production potter?

Production Potters are skilled artisans who create pottery items in large quantities, often for commercial sale. Unlike studio potters who may focus on unique or artistic pieces, production potters typically use molds, wheels, or other techniques to produce consistent and functional items such as mugs, plates, and bowls. Their work emphasizes efficiency and uniformity while maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship. Production potters often work in workshops, pottery studios, or manufacturing facilities, and may be involved in all stages of the pottery-making process, including shaping, glazing, and firing.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a production potter?

To thrive as a Production Potter, you need strong proficiency in wheel-throwing or hand-building techniques, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of ceramics materials and processes. Familiarity with kiln operation, glazes, and basic studio equipment is typically required, and formal training or apprenticeships are advantageous. Creativity, time management, and the ability to work efficiently under deadlines are essential soft skills in this role. These skills ensure consistent quality, productivity, and the ability to meet production goals in a studio or manufacturing environment.

What are some common challenges faced by production potters in a busy studio environment?

Production potters often work under tight deadlines to maintain a steady output of high-quality ceramics, which can be physically demanding due to repetitive tasks like throwing, trimming, and glazing. Balancing creativity with efficiency is a key challenge, as potters must meet design specifications while optimizing their workflow. Additionally, working in a team setting requires strong communication and collaboration to coordinate kiln schedules and maintain consistency across batches. Managing the wear and tear on equipment and ensuring safety protocols are followed are also important aspects of the role.

What is the difference between Production Potter vs Ceramic Artist?

AspectProduction PotterCeramic Artist
CredentialsTypically requires formal training or certification in ceramics or potteryMay have formal training but often includes self-taught or experimental backgrounds
Work EnvironmentFactories, studios focused on mass productionArt studios, galleries, or personal workshops
Industry UsageManufacturing, commercial potteryFine art, gallery exhibitions, personal projects
Work FocusCreating functional pottery in large quantitiesCreating unique, artistic ceramic pieces

While both Production Potters and Ceramic Artists work with clay, Production Potters focus on mass-producing functional pottery in industrial settings, often following standardized processes. Ceramic Artists, on the other hand, emphasize artistic expression and creating unique pieces, typically in personal or gallery environments. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in the ceramics industry.

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Infographic showing various Production Potter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,551 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Business Development Manager

Potter Global Technologies

Maryland Heights, MO • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Join Us as a Business Development Manager - Specifications at Potter Global Technologies

At Potter Global Technologies, we’ve been protecting lives around the world for over 125 years—and we’re just getting started. We’re a global leader in life safety solutions, committed to saving lives through innovative technology and trusted partnerships.

Our vision is for our customers to know us globally as their innovative, easy-to-do-business-with, best-in-class life-safety product partner. And our mission? With a passion for creating safer environments worldwide, our mission is to provide our customers with a team of real people that connect them with reliable expertise in life safety applications.

If you're inspired by purpose, energized by collaboration, and thrive in an environment of feedback, ownership, and experimentation—you’ll feel at home here.

As a Business Development Manager - Specifications, you will lead efforts to increase the specification and adoption of Potter Fire Suppression solutions across the United States by building strong relationships with consulting engineers, architects, end users, and other industry influencers. In this role, you’ll position Potter products as preferred solutions within project specifications and work closely with Sales, Product Management, Marketing, and channel partners to identify opportunities, shape project requirements, and convert specifications into longterm commercial growth—especially within corrosion solutions and missioncritical applications. Make an impact with a team that’s building what’s next—apply now.

What You’ll Do
  • Increase Potter Fire Suppression product presence within consultingengineer, architect, enduser, and project specifications across targeted markets.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with consulting engineers, specifying professionals, end users, contractors, and other key industry influencers.
  • Deliver technical presentations, educational programs, and consultative discussions that drive product preference and specification adoption.
  • Maintain and support development of master specifications, engineering resources, and specification tools, including updates for new and existing products.
  • Utilize market, project, and specification data to identify opportunities, prioritize engineering relationships, and increase specification penetration.
  • Partner with Sales to track specified projects through the sales cycle and support conversion from specification to customer order.
  • Collaborate with Product Management and Marketing to support product launches, commercialization initiatives, technical content, and market positioning.
  • Provide Voice of the Customer (VOC), competitive intelligence, and market feedback regarding customer needs, industry trends, and code or regulatory developments.
  • Support strategic growth initiatives focused on corrosion solutions, missioncritical applications, and other targeted Fire Suppression markets.
  • Participate in national, regional, and local industry associations, technical seminars, trade shows, and customer events to strengthen Potter’s market presence and industry relationships.
  • Maintain accurate CRM activity, project tracking, specification pipeline, and businessdevelopment reporting.
  • Manage travel and businessdevelopment activities in alignment with approved budgets and business priorities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Bring

Experience That Drives Success

  • Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience supporting strong technical and commercial engagement.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in fire suppression, fire protection, technical sales, engineering, specifications, or related industry experience.
  • Experience working with consulting engineers, contractors, end users, or other technical decisionmakers in project or specification environments.
  • Ability to understand and effectively communicate technical information related to fire suppression products and applications.
  • Strong presentation skills with experience delivering technical or commercial content to customers and industry stakeholders.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to meet business travel requirements for national and regional engagement.

Key Strengths & Skills

  • Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, presentation, and relationshipbuilding capabilities.
  • Strong consultative selling abilities with the skill to understand customer needs and influence technical decisionmakers.
  • Ability to understand and clearly communicate technical product and application information.
  • Strong business acumen with an understanding of how specifications shape project opportunities and commercial growth.
  • Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with the ability to use market and project data to prioritize opportunities.
  • Ability to build credibility with consulting engineers, contractors, end users, and other industry stakeholders.
  • Excellent timemanagement and organizational skills with the ability to manage a large geographic territory.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across Sales, Product Management, Marketing, Engineering, and Customer Experience teams.
  • Ability to work independently in a remote and fieldbased environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce or similar CRM platforms, and project or specification tracking tools.

Our Culture

  • We build strong relationships—with teammates, partners, and customers
  • We take pride in knowing every product we build serves the purpose of protecting lives
  • We listen actively, coach frequently, and own our results
  • We foster innovation, value curiosity, and believe that experimentation is part of growth
  • We create a welcoming and inclusive space where everyone belongs
  • We take ownership of our work—quality and safety are at the core of what we do
Benefits That Matter
  • Employee Ownership Program – You’re not just an employee—you’re an owner. We share success together.
  • Competitive health, dental, and vision plans
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Continuous learning and development opportunities
  • Financial Wellness programs including complimentary Certified Financial Planner sessions
  • Recognition programs that celebrate individual and team wins
  • A mission-driven team that supports life-saving outcomes, every day
Location

This is a full-time position, on-site at our Corporate Office located in Maryland Heights, MO.

Ready to Apply?

Ready to make a real impact? If you’re driven, curious, and excited to grow with a team that’s changing the world—and where you’re not just an employee but an owner—we want you on board!

Join us, and let’s create safer environments together—making a global difference you’ll be proud to own.

Apply