Glassblower wanted
We are a busy and diverse shop in the heart of the SF Bay Area looking for a full-time glassblower familiar with working borosilicate glass. We need a team member who is self-directed, responsible, and flexible. We are looking for someone who has advanced skills in production glassblowing, but we also understand that glass shops have idiosyncratic processes and techniques; we expect to train at all levels.
Good fit is essential.The ideal candidate will have a great work ethic, be able to follow verbal instructions and procedures, read and interpret drawings, communicate effectively, and produce outstanding glassware. We maintain a commitment to quality.
We have a wide mix of both production and custom jobs; see samples at http://www.adamschittenden.com/Gallery.html. We feel this opening provides an excellent career in an exciting field with ample opportunities for growth, and want to work with people who share our enthusiasm for glass and science.
We offer excellent benefits.
Email your resume and references to info@adamschittenden.com
A video of yourself working (or link to one) will receive first consideration.
Adams & Chittenden Scientific Glass
GLASSBLOWER WANTED
Manager, Glass Technology Shop
University of Minnesota – Twin Cities Campus
Department of Chemistry
We are seeking a part-time position, with the exact percentage subject to negotiation with candidates. Start date: October 2013 The purpose of Glass Technology is to provide the laboratory glassware needs of University and non-University scientists and researchers. Glass Technology is a one-person shop, therefore the manager is responsible for all operations.
Required Qualifications:
Completion of an apprenticeship in a specialty glassblowing shop and experience constructing specialized glass apparatus totaling eight full years.
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficiency in constructing complex borosilicate and quartz glass apparatus. Familiarity working in an academic or industrial research setting. Candidates will be required to construct a complex quartz piece and a complex borosilicate piece based on a provided assembly drawing as part of the interview process to demonstrate skill and proficiency.
Duties:
75% - Glassblowing Activities. Glassware Design or design modification in accordance with customers’ needs. Fabrication of new laboratory glassware. Modification/Customization of existing glassware. Repair of broken glassware
15% - Administrative Activities. Customer consultation in person, by e-mail, phone or fax. Cost and date of completion estimates. Packing and Shipping of outside orders. Invoicing customers to Chemistry Accounting. Keeping records
10% - Equipment Maintenance & Repair. Maintaining, Ordering, Pricing and Stocking Inventory.. Maintaining, repairing, ordering and installing new machinery and tools such as Lathes, Burners, Torches, Saws Grinding Machines. Maintaining a Safe Work Environment
Online application:
http://z.umn.edu/umnglassshop
The UMN Glass Technology Shop serves anyone on the UMN-Twin Cities campus, as well as off-campus clients. The shop is located in Smith Hall within the Department of Chemistry. The department has 40 faculty, 40 staff, 50 postdoctoral associates and 239 graduate students. Located in two adjacent buildings, our substantial research and teaching missions are carried out lab throughout the department.
The University of Minnesota shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
For sale:
· one Arnold working lathe 12 “ Bore inside
· one diamond saw
· several graphite benches
· one washing hood
· one drying hood
· several burners
· etc, etc…
Contact : Roland Trinquart
email : rt.quartz@free.fr
For Sale
Complete University Glass Shop
Contact Daniel Wilt 800-232-9458 for more details.
GLASSBLOWERS AND GLASS LATHE OPERATORS WANTED
Well established Southwestern Michigan Company is seeking experienced glass lathe operators and glassblowers to work at our facility. Two years plus experience helpful. Lathe and bench working skills with quartz and borosilicate. Basic to complex glass working skills in the analytical industry. Compensation based on abilities and experience. Medical and dental insurance available, paid vacations.
Applicants please send resumes to:
Alpha Resources
PO 199
Stevensville, mi. 49127
Or email:
hr@alpharesources.com
EXPERIENCED GLASSBLOWER WANTED
TOSOH Quartz Inc, (located in Portland, Oregon) is a leading manufacturer of quartz products for the semiconductor industry and is continuing to grow! In the last 30 years, Tosoh has established a great reputation in the industry and is known for its strong commitment to quality. The Company’s success is due to the commitment and hard work of a very talented staff.
We currently have the following opportunity available:
GLASSBLOWER III
Position requires a minimum of 4 years glass fabrication experience within a manufacturing environment, performing skill and complex glass working tasks and ability to perform free hand glasswork as required.
Tosoh offers a competitive wage and benefits package. Relocation Assistance available.
For details visit www.tosohquartz.com; qualified applicants please fax application or resume to 503-605-5696 or email to jobs@tosohquartz.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lathe for sale
43mm bore, 22'' between chucks, scroll chucks, disengageable tailstock, execellent conditon, $7500. Retrofit Lagun CNC mill, build to cut horizontally, great for plunge slotting 6'' or 8'' wafer carriers, Fagor controller, $6500, Call bill @ 512-762-1150
