Hard Skills
IntermediatePottery Wheel and Jigger OperationThe ability to set up and operate mechanical pottery wheels or jigger machines to shape clay into specific dish forms like plates and bowls.
AdvancedKiln ManagementOperating and monitoring kilns to fire clay products at precise temperatures to achieve desired hardness and finish.
IntermediateGlazing and Surface FinishingTechniques for applying decorative glazes or protective coatings through dipping, spraying, or hand-painting.
BasicClay Material PreparationMixing raw clay, minerals, and water to create slips or bodies with the correct moisture content and plasticity for molding.
IntermediateCeramic Quality InspectionThe systematic checking of greenware and fired products for cracks, warping, air bubbles, or glaze defects.
IntermediateSilica and Heat Safety ComplianceAdhering to safety standards regarding the management of respirable silica dust and safe operation of high-temperature equipment.