The Henry Ford is a nonprofit organization, an internationally recognized cultural destination, and a one-of-a-kind workplace. Our team is inspired daily by one another as well as the authentic stories of innovation that we share across our four venues. We want you to be a part of this legacy and take it forward.

As a Glassblower working with our Crafts and Trades team, you will support glass artists in the production of glass products. You will contribute to the effective operation of the Glass Shop, which is a part of Greenfield Village.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates glassblowing techniques to the public and provides hospitality and service to all visitors.
• Produces glass products for sale.
• Delivers mission-based presentations to the public as defined by the Shop Supervisor and Program Manager.
• Works with Shop Supervisor and Program Manager to ensure the physical presentation, maintenance, and repair of the building, equipment, and tools. Complies with OSHA and SDS standards.
• Facilitates the fulfillment of orders for stores, catalog, historic sites, awards, and special orders
• Assists with the development of new products as assigned
• Ensures clear communication and teamwork, and fosters a positive work environment
• Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of tools and equipment and maintains an organized workspace
• Responsible for development of creative work which includes, but is not limited to, publications in any medium, product and program development and design, and all related collateral materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Your Qualifications:

• BFA in Glassblowing or equivalent production shop experience
• An interest in American technological history or the history of glassblowing preferred
• Weekday, weekend, and holiday availability

Special Skills

• Demonstrated glassblowing skills.
• Strong communication, public presentation, and interpersonal skills.

This role requires extensive standing, and at times lifting up to 50lbs. The work environment may expose you to intense heat.

The Henry Ford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Henry Ford prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This Policy applies to any employment, donor or volunteering opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, hire, employment, program participation, promotion, salary, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment or service as a volunteer).