Ceramics Production Manager - Streamline Studio Workflow

Marcello Andres Ceramics; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Marcello Andres Ceramics, a Dallas-based studio, seeks a full-time Assistant Production Manager to own production systems and keep the pipeline moving on schedule. This hands-on role requires technical ceramics experience and strong organizational skills, with responsibility for scheduling, quality, and team training.

The role focuses on overseeing the production queue, translating priorities into daily tasks, and maintaining timely delivery to clients while evolving systems over time.

Qualifications

• Hands-on ceramics production experience required.
• Ability to run a schedule and production systems.
• Not an entry-level role; prior ceramics production experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production queue and tempo of the production floor.
• Translate priorities into daily work assignments and protect promised delivery dates.
• Log daily entries for poured, glazed pieces and yield-loss figures.
• Train staff on techniques and ensure adherence to standards.
• Identify delays and apply solutions to make up lost time.
• Quality control, packing, and shipping.
• Maintain equipment and studio assets; ensure clean, safe workspace.

Skills

Ceramics production experience

Scheduling

Organizational skills

Problem-solving mindset

Job description

Marcello Andres Ceramics, a Dallas-based studio, seeks a full-time Assistant Production Manager to own production systems and keep the pipeline moving on schedule. This hands-on role requires technical ceramics experience and strong organizational skills, with responsibility for scheduling, quality, and team training.

The role focuses on overseeing the production queue, translating priorities into daily tasks, and maintaining timely delivery to clients while evolving systems over time.