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Assembler

Hazelwood, MO ยท On-site

$21.50/hr

Join Us as an Assembler at Potter Global Technologies! As an Assembler, you will play a vital role on our manufacturing team, supporting the build of Potter Global Technologies products from ...

Assembler

Hazelwood, MO ยท On-site

$21.50/hr

Join Us as an Assembler at Potter Global Technologies! As an Assembler, you will play a vital role on our manufacturing team, supporting the build of Potter Global Technologies products from ...

Graveyard Steward II

Salt Lake City, UT ยท On-site

$14.50 - $19.75/hr

Thoroughly clean and sanitize stationary kettles, large prep pots, and production vessels. * Safely handle and apply approved industrial degreasers and sanitizing agents according to hotel safety ...

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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.

Customer Service Representative - Fire & Sprinkler

Potter Global Technologies

Hazelwood, MO โ€ข On-site

$15 - $20.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Description

Join Us as a Customer Service Representative - Fire & Sprinkler at Potter Global Technologies

At Potter Global Technologies, weโ€™ve been protecting lives around the world for over 125 yearsโ€”and weโ€™re just getting started. Weโ€™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 experimentationโ€”youโ€™ll feel at home here.

As a Customer Service Representative โ€“ Fire & Sprinkler, you will deliver a superior level of support to Potterโ€™s customers, strengthening our longโ€‘standing reputation for exceptional service and unwavering commitment. This role ensures every interaction reflects Potterโ€™s standards of responsiveness, professionalism, and care. If you like helping people, solving problems, and being the reason someoneโ€™s day gets easier, this might be the perfect fit for you.

What Youโ€™ll Do

  • Verify and confirm orders and pricing to customers.
  • Enter customer orders with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Maintain customer orders and related correspondence with the rapid response, courtesy, and accuracy that our customers have come to expect from Potter.
  • Handle all customer calls, inquiries, and requests, including upโ€‘selling when appropriate.
  • Manage customer correspondence, including but not limited to followโ€‘up calls and courtesy calls.
  • Handle requests and inquiries from Regional Sales Managers and Sales Rep agencies, providing outside sales staff with updated product information.
  • Handle other requests from management on a timely basis.
  • Coordinate mailing lists for the region as required by the marketing department.
  • Process customer returns in a timely manner.
  • Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support team goals and project milestones.

Qualifications
What You Bring

Experience That Drives Success

  • Associateโ€™s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a twoโ€‘year college or technical school.
  • 1+ year of experience in Customer Service.
  • Problem Solving โ€” Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problemโ€‘solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
  • Customer Service โ€” Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
  • Judgment โ€” Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in the decisionโ€‘making process; makes timely decisions.

Key Strengths & Skills

  • Acts with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proactive time management and ability to work on many projects at various points of the product development cycle.
  • Planning and organizational skills
  • Bias for action and ability to work with a sense of urgency
  • Collaboration skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Our Culture

  • We build strong relationshipsโ€”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 workโ€”quality and safety are at the core of what we do

Benefits That Matter

  • Employee Ownership Program โ€“ Youโ€™re not just an employeeโ€”youโ€™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, non-exempt, on-site role located at our manufacturing facility in Hazelwood, MO.

Ready to Apply?

Ready to make a real impact? If youโ€™re driven, curious, and excited to grow with a team thatโ€™s changing the worldโ€”and where youโ€™re not just an employee but an ownerโ€”we want you on board!

Join us, and letโ€™s create safer environments togetherโ€”making a global difference youโ€™ll be proud to own.