Glassblower

Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

401K

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Accident Insurance

Cancer Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Hospital Insurance

Job summary

Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting is seeking an experienced Glass Blower to join our Florida-based production team. You will demonstrate mastery in glassblowing, mold blowing, shaping, forming and finishing, while supporting design concepts and maintaining top craftsmanship standards.

The role includes project management, quality control, and applying technical glass techniques. It requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a collaborative or independent work style depending on

Qualifications

• Experience in glassblowing is required.
• Provide list of glass education, work experience, production experience, and tech experience.

Responsibilities

• Glassblowing: demonstrate exceptional skill in all aspects of glassblowing, mold blowing, shaping, forming and finishing work.
• Design Support: support the creation of innovative designs, often pushing the boundaries of glassblowing techniques.
• Project Management: oversee complex glassblowing projects, ensuring deadlines and quality standards.
• Quality Control: ensure all glass pieces meet high craftsmanship standards.
• Technical Proficiency: deep understanding of glass properties, techniques, and equipment.
• Creativity: design and create unique, innovative glass pieces.
• Coldworking: possess basic coldworking skills.
• Problem-Solving: overcome challenges and find solutions to technical issues.
• Leadership: guide and mentor others in glassblowing.

Skills

Glassblowing

Mold blowing

Shaping

Forming

Finishing

Design support

Project management

Quality control

Technical proficiency

Creativity

Coldworking

Problem-solving

Leadership

Job description

Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting is a Made in America lighting company that is passionately devoted to introducing our artistic lighting and studio glass to the new generation of designers, junior designers, architects and industry leaders in the commercial segment. Since the 1940’s, Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting has led the way in innovative and creative light artistry. We specialize in the design, development, and manufacturing of creative lighting with over 1000 pieces in our product line, while offering the option of exciting and challenging custom designs for our clients. Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting is based in 50 states and 70 countries around the world as a leader in “Made in America” quality that exceeds expectations.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Description:

This is a Glass Blowing position. We are looking for an individual with experience in glass blowing. Please send us a list of your previous glass education, work experience, production experience, as well as tech experience. A list of suggested skills is as follows.

Glass Blower

Key Responsibilities Glass Blowing/Coldworking:

• Glassblowing: Demonstrating exceptional skill in all aspects of glassblowing, mold blowing, shaping, forming and finishing work.
• Design Support: Support the creation of innovative designs, often pushing the boundaries of glassblowing techniques.
• Project Management: Overseeing complex glassblowing projects as directed, ensuring that they meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Quality Control: Ensuring that all glass pieces produced meet the highest standards of craftsmanship.
• Technical Proficiency: Depending on skill level, having a deep understanding of glass properties, techniques, and equipment.
• Creativity: The ability to design and create unique and innovative glass pieces.
• Coldworking: Has basic coldworking skills.
• Problem-Solving: The capacity to overcome challenges and find solutions to technical issues.
• Leadership: The ability to guide and mentor others in glassblowing.
• Independent or Collaborative: May work independently or as part of a team, depending on the nature of the project.
• Physical Demands: Glassblowing can be physically demanding, requiring strength, dexterity, and the ability to stand for long periods of time in hot weather. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Salary Depends on Experience***

Benefits Offered:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Insurance