Bench Jeweler

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Bench Jeweler

POSITION SCOPE: The Bench Jeweler will be responsible for customizing and assembling FoundRae fine jewelry product utilizing traditional torch soldering, laser welding and polishing processes ensuring all details and specifications are met. The Bench Jeweler must have a sharp eye for detail, and able to work closely with both the retail sales team and clients ensuring wait and completion times are prioritized, communicated and met.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Perform assembly and soldering of all FoundRae fine jewelry product using torch or a laser welding machine working primarily in 18k gold.
• Maintain a highly organized work process ensuring department turnaround standards are met ensuring the timely completion of client orders in the retail queue. Communicate order updates with the retail sales team or management and promptly address any concerns.
• Thoroughly complete product repairs including polishing, cleaning and QC inspection of completed work.
• Continually learn all FoundRae products including; chains, jump rings, clasps and components for proper assembly.
• Consult with clients as needed and requested. Potentially perform assembly in front of clients.
• Responsible for ensuring inventory and maintenance of work tools and product.
• Keep and maintain an organized and neat workspace.
• Must always follow safety protocols and guidelines.
• Special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in fine jewelry bench work with at least 2 years of experience in polishing. Must be able to assemble/ solder / polish/ clean/ QC custom pieces, and alterations
• High School diploma/equivalent
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays
• Must have a strong attention to detail, be highly organized and process driven
• Potential travel may be required

The appointed candidate will be offered an hourly rate between $25.00 - $30.00, a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, short and long-term disability, various paid time off programs, employee discount/perks and retirement plan.

Our Company’s values:

• We value people: we want each other to be the best versions of who we can be.
• We value our relationships with our employees, suppliers and community.
• We value diversity and promote inclusivity with our words, actions and images.
• We value professional development and personal growth.
• We value community service and philanthropy.
• We value and foster creativity and self-expression.
• We value accountability for ourselves and the collective and show integrity through all our interactions.
• We value storytelling and reading.