Job Description:

• 1) Cleans and finishes bisque ware by hand preparatory to glazing: Examines ware for visible defects.

• 2) Fills cracks, pinholes, and scratches with liquid clay, using brush.

• 3) Grinds down rough spots with abrasive stones, smooths ware surfaces with sandpaper, and cleans ware with airhose.

• 4) Holds surface of earthenware against sanding wheel to remove warps, grog, and scratches.

• 5) Verifies dimensional accuracy of ware to ensure correct fit of lids on such items as compotes and teapots, using templates.

• 6) Discards substandard pieces.