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Potters, Manufacturing

Median Salary
43,310
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Operate production machines such as pug mill, jigger machine, or potter's wheel to process clay in manufacture of ceramic, pottery and stoneware products.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

71%

Self-employed

24%

State and local government

3%

Private not for profit

1%

Federal Government

0%

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$23,680

10%

$43,310

Median

$65,560

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    30%

  • Some college

    30%

  • Bachelor's degree

    17%

  • Less than high school

    16%

  • Post baccalaureate

    4%

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Fine Arts
  • Production and Processing
  • Administration and Management
  • Chemistry
  • Design

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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