Bench jeweler job description

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Join our Field Design & Service Center Team! Whether you are just starting your career or an experienced Jeweler, we have plenty of opportunities for your growth and success. Start as an Apprentice Jeweler completing administrative/clerical tasks and polishing jewelry, and work toward becoming a Bench Jeweler. We are also looking for candidates with knowledge of stone setting, sizing, polishing and jewelry repair. Working with our team gives you the opportunity to advance from beginner to artisan in a unique promote-from-within environment.
Shine with Signet!

Signet Jewelers, the world's largest specialty retail of diamond jewelry, is currently seeking entry-level Jewelers and experienced Jewelers to join our Field Design & Service Center Teams! Whether you are just starting your career as a Jeweler or you are an experienced master level Jeweler, we have plenty of opportunities for your growth and success. Working with our team gives you the opportunity to advance from beginner to artisan in a promote-from-within environment. We offer unique jeweler training programs and continuous learning to advance your skills from entry level to experienced Jeweler!

At Signet Jewelers, you'll use your talent to restore jewelry to its original, breathtaking beauty all the way to designing stunning, one-of-a-kind, custom jewelry depending on your current skillset. Our Design & Service Center Team Members are dedicated to delivering a Customer-First experience that exceeds our customers' expectations for custom jewelry design and repairs.

Our Design & Service Center Team Members are dedicated to delivering a Customer-First experience that exceeds our customers' expectations for custom jewelry design and repairs.

We offer highly competitive pay that is reflective of your current jeweler skillset and experience.

Desired Administrative Skills:
Chain and clasp repair Re-tipping prongs Setting stones Creating stone mountings Performing channel and platinum rebuilds Performing minor ring repair and other jewelry repairs Wax carving Fabrication Casting Custom design and creation of pieces CAD / CAM design work


Position Requirements:
High school degree or equivalent preferred but not required 1-3 years Bench Jeweler (or relevant) experience in skilled trades working with fine metals Passing a qualified bench test to assess current jeweler level Excellent organizational skills & detail orientation Customer service minded individuals with a high standard for quality work Basic computer skills Varying hours including some nights and weekends Full-time consists of a 40-hour work week with seasonal required overtime


A Sampling of Our Total Rewards:
Jeweler Certification classes to develop and enhance your bench skills Benefits including medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance (full-time Team Members) 401(k) with company match Competitive Pay Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid holidays (full-time Team Members) Tuition reimbursement Merchandise discounts


Signet Jewelers has over 225 Design & Service Centers throughout the United States, located within all Jared The Galleria of Jewelry and select Kay Jewelers and Zales stores.

Signet Jewelers is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity at all levels. Please know that while we appreciate every applicant's interest, we can only contact those selected for further consideration.

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We are available to our customers when they need us so evening and weekend availability is a must. (Though unlike most retailers, we are closed on major holidays!)

Must possess a high level of visual acuity and manual dexterity.

Great ability to provide and receive feedback from peers, supervisors, and customers and adapt behavior with coaching.

Comfortable with technology.

Must be able to effectively manage deadlines.

Must be able to demonstrate basic communication skills in both written and spoken English, as well as basic math.

Behavioral Characteristics

The focus of this role is working with others, building and maintaining relationships and championing company culture and values. Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced and results-based job environment. Must be friendly, respectful, and genuinely interested in the success of the shop and the store. Must be able to work in close collaboration with all areas of the store. Leads by example in areas of personal character, values, commitment, organizational skills, and work habits.

Work Environment

The primary environment for this role is in assigned production-focused workshop within a retail environment. This role requires sitting for significant periods of time. This role requires bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and occasional lifting of objects. The role requires close attention to visual detail, extreme manual dexterity, and color discernment. In addition, business is conducted using the telephone and computer technology. Work environment includes noise, flame, tools, and utilization of standard bench jeweler equipment. Travel is not required.

Why Work for Shane Co.?

Shane Co. is a family owned business and everyone who works in our organization is part of the family. This family point of view is exactly why we want to take care of you AND your family.

• We want driven and competitive people who help us satisfy our customers' needs. In our stores, we do not sell on commission, we offer a competitive base rate and we bonus based on team performance.
• We focus on providing you a time off package that is very generous for retail! It is important for us to be available when our customers need us. Our store employees do work weekends and evenings. However, you accrue 3 weeks of vacation in your first year! In addition, you also earn 6 sick days per year. We are closed on 7 holidays (unlike most retailers), AND we pay you for one volunteer day per year! The longer you work with us, the more vacation time you earn.
• Unlike other companies who just offer low paying disability insurance to cover your major illness situations, we offer the ability to earn time off at FULL pay for the care of yourself or a family member! When your family needs you, we want you to be able to be there for them.
• We offer very competitive medical, dental and vision plans, as well as a 401 (k) plan with a company match, company paid life insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical, daycare or mass transit commuting expense. We also offer a number of discounted voluntary benefits including long-term disability, life insurance for your dependents, pet insurance and even things like discounted travel and movie tickets!
• We have benefits focused on you AND any family member (Partner, children and even your parents!) including counseling, legal advice, assistance in finding appropriate medical specialists and even help in understanding medical bills!
• And, of course, we offer a generous discount in our stores or online for you AND your family members!

This position pays $25.00-$31.00 per hour based on the candidate's experience and skills, plus opportunity to bonus monthly based on team performance.

Employer will not sponsor visa or work authorization.