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Accounting Specialist

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$21.50 - $29/hr

Why This Role Matters At Deneen Pottery, handmade production depends on strong support systems. This role helps protect accuracy, cash flow, purchasing discipline, reporting clarity, and office ...

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How much do production pottery jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for production pottery 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 are the typical daily challenges faced by someone working in Production Pottery?

Production Pottery roles often involve repetitive tasks, such as creating multiple identical pieces, which can require sustained focus and precision. Managing production schedules to meet order deadlines while maintaining consistent quality standards is a regular challenge. Additionally, adapting to the physical demands of the job, such as standing for long periods and handling heavy materials, is common. However, these challenges are balanced by the satisfaction of contributing to a collaborative studio environment and seeing your work progress from raw clay to finished products.

What is a Production Pottery job?

A Production Pottery job involves creating pottery in a high-volume setting, usually for retail or wholesale distribution. Potters in this role focus on efficiency and consistency, often using techniques like wheel throwing, slip casting, or press molding. They may work in a team or individually to produce functional or decorative ceramic pieces. This job requires skill in clay handling, glazing, and firing, as well as the ability to meet production quotas while maintaining quality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Production Pottery position, and why are they important?

To excel in Production Pottery, you need proficiency in wheel-throwing, hand-building, glazing, kiln operation, and a solid understanding of ceramic materials, often gained through hands-on experience or specialized training. Familiarity with pottery wheels, pug mills, slab rollers, and various glaze mixing techniques is also important, and some studios may value certifications in ceramics or arts production. Attention to detail, time management, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment are vital soft skills. These capabilities ensure consistent product quality, efficient workflow, and successful collaboration in fast-paced pottery production settings.

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Infographic showing various Production Pottery job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 93% In-person, and 7% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $34,551 per year, or $16.6 per hour.
Sales Associate, NEW Pottery Barn Outlet, Grapevine TX

Sales Associate, NEW Pottery Barn Outlet, Grapevine TX

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.

Grapevine, TX

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

Part-time

Posted 9 days ago


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6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 90 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


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Our Company
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow.

These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago.

What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas. .


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