Temporary Dinnerware Forming Generalist

About Heath

Heath Ceramics is a California company making dinnerware and architectural tiles of good and enduring design for over 75 years. We are design‑led, with the mission of creating products of beauty and integrity, while designing, manufacturing, and running our business in a way that's better for society and our planet. Our products are designed, manufactured, and sold in our two California factories and four showrooms, ensuring accountability in our process, from beginning to end.

As a Certified B Corp, we maintain high standards of social responsibility, environmental performance, and transparency. We believe in the benefits of local manufacturing and support a community of people committed to and inspired by the process of designing, making, and sharing. We believe in providing a living wage, full health and welfare benefits, and a place for meaningful work.

Dinnerware Forming Generalists are responsible for the safe and efficient forming of dinnerware using a variety of machines and techniques. Depending on the item, forming may be done using a RAM press, SKK plate roller, SKK bowl roller, vintage bowl machine, or mug machine. This role also includes responsibilities in kiln firing and water waste treatment.

• Operate forming machines (RAM press, SKK plate/bowl rollers, bowl and mug machines) safely and efficiently
• Understand and follow specific forming and handling requirements for each item
• Load, unload, and clean mold sets
• Organize and load finished ware onto carts
• Inspect finished ware for quality issues and report problems promptly

• Assist with finish firing using manual gas kilns
• Perform water waste treatment tasks as needed

• Desire to work in a hands‑on, production plant environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; must be patient, flexible, and calm
• Excellent attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to follow safety protocols and detailed instructions
• Commitment to upholding Heath’s standards of craftsmanship and workplace safety

• Regular lifting of molds (10–25 lbs); up to 1,000+ pieces formed daily
• Frequent lifting of clay (20–30 lbs) and transferring to and from work surfaces
• Repetitive hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder motions
• Use of pallet jack to transport molds
• Regular standing, walking, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing, and other physical activity required in a production environment
• Visual Acuity Requirements:
  Must have close vision, depth perception, and field vision to inspect materials, operate equipment safely, detect small defects, read measurements, and assess product quality and machinery accuracy.

This position is a temporary full-time, non-exempt, on-site role at our Sausalito Factory & Showroom. The hours for this position are 5:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The is a Union position and begins at $25.00/hr starting immediately for a 3-month term (with a possibility of extension).

At Heath, we don’t just accept differences — we celebrate it, we support it. Heath is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce at all job levels. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, transgender status, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

If you would like to be considered for this position apply through this application form. Thank you for your interest!