Fabrication Manager

1 month ago


Providence, Rhode Island, United States Rhode Island School of Design Full time
Job Summary:

Oversee the Experimental and Foundation Studies (EFS) shops, including the 187 Benefit Studio wood shop and digital fabrication center, classroom studios, and wood shops. Manage facilities for over 520 students, 28 full-time faculty, and 50 part-time faculty. Facilitate faculty teaching as it relates to digital and physical fabrication. Collaborate with division leadership to allocate resources, schedule spaces and staff, and authorize purchases of software, materials, and equipment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Allocate classroom resources and advocate for new tools and technology.
  • Establish and oversee shop safety procedures and trainings.
  • Schedule technician hours, shop hours, and various classroom and workspace hours.
  • Develop processes, policies, and procedures for technicians to instruct faculty, staff, and students on using various tools, software, and materials.
  • Review technicians' recommendations to identify and test new tools, materials, and techniques for EFS use.
  • Hire, train, develop, manage, and supervise technicians in the day-to-day operation of fabrication spaces, classroom studios, sound studio, and labs.
  • Collaborate with the Dean and faculty on digital and analog technology use.
  • Facilitate faculty needs in craft, fabrication technology, and material experimentation to support diverse pedagogical visions.
  • Proactively engage with the Dean to coordinate, train, and share best practices with faculty and staff.
  • Ensure clear and fluid communication across the division, especially between faculty and technicians.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Art or Design.
  • Seven years of fabrication experience, including digital and analog technology.
  • Supervisory experience required, with the ability to lead through strategic thinking and innovation.
  • Passion for making and advancing forms of craft and fabrication in the EFS division.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to manage and allocate resources.
  • Organized and systems-oriented, with knowledge of fabrication and digital fabrication.
  • Ability to stay updated on emerging trends and tools.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and provide advice and consultation to faculty and students.


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