Goldsmith

Junior Goldsmith/Goldsmith

We have filled one goldsmith role and are hiring a second new addition to the goldsmith team.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Ongoing

INTERVIEWS: Ongoing

ON SITE BENCH TESTS: Ongoing

START DATE: As soon as possible

About Us

We’re a design house that believes in making one-of-a-kind objects of celebration, to put it simply. Not only are we a collective looking to push the limits of our craft, but we’re setting out to evolve the language and perception of what fine jewellery can be.

Why you’d want to be on our team

Our work environment and approach to making can be attributed to our punk-ethos and renegade spirit. Both our Highland Park showroom and workshop welcome people who are eager to do things differently. Collectively, we seek adventure. At the end of the day, we’re a team of incredibly talented folks taking calculated risks and conquering really fulfilling challenges together—bound by our love of providing others with joy.

At Polly Wales, we are committed to achieving a representative, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We believe that the best work results from a team with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences—and we employ all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ability, religion, or other defining characteristics.

The Role

ALL LEVELS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. You will be assessed based on your current skill set and have the opportunity to enter at either Junior Goldsmith or Goldsmith level.

As a Goldsmith, you will work collectively with the gold team to produce all Polly Wales designs using both traditional and proprietary goldsmithing techniques. You have the technical skills to produce a range of straightforward pieces on time at the expected aesthetic and quality standards in compliance with directives from management, established workflows, and all company procedures. You have experience working in gold and with precious colored stones. You are team focused, ready to lend a hand and always looking for ways to support the Senior and Head Goldsmiths. You are creative, precise, and organized in the execution of your duties. You are dedicated to your craft and demonstrate an eagerness to advance your skills which will ultimately broaden the scope of what we are capable of achieving in the workshop and beyond—as a company overall. 

If you were working for us, here are some of the things you would have done in the last few months:

• Gold prep work
• Despruing casting tree
• Cleaning castings and components
• Preparing findings and chain
• Basic assembly
• Attaching jump rings, bails, and S hooks
• Solder fine and heavy chain
• Finishing to a high standard including high polish
• Effectively use abrasives and approved techniques for surface finishing
• Effectively use equipment and approved processes for cleaning
• Clean up and finishing of straightforward styles
• Clean up and finishing of styles which require basic assembly
• Basic preliminary quality control
• Simple stone setting
• Simple assembly using laser equipment
• Receive training from more senior goldsmiths
• Clearly document techniques and processes throughout training 
• Basic Repairs

Minimum Key Qualities:

• Beginner to intermediate level goldsmithing and stone setting techniques
• Beginner to intermediate experience in Quality Control process/measures
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines without sacrificing craftsmanship or quality
• Proficient in the use of many tools and equipment
• Expert team player and a flexible, creative thinker
• The capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational and time management skills
• Prepared to receive and offer feedback
• Demonstration of professionalism, clear communication, and dedication to craft

Relationships:

• Reports to Production Manager and Head Goldsmith
• Receives training from all workshop team members

Growth plan:

The long term trajectory of this role is designed to advance goldsmiths as their skills progress. This creates an opportunity for stable long term growth and constant learning. Our Gold team hierarchy is as follows: Junior Goldsmith —> Goldsmith —> Senior Goldsmith —> Head Goldsmith. The responsibilities and complexities of your work will grow at each level.

Requirements

Complete our application outlining your skills and what makes you the best next hire at Polly Wales.

This position requires use of your personal vehicle. A valid US driver’s license, clean driving record, up-to-date registration, and auto insurance are required. Polly Wales will provide reimbursement for mileage at 67 cents/mile.

Compensation

$22 to $28/hour, commensurate with current skills

Benefits

Our philosophy can be traced back to the United Kingdom in the 90s where Polly spent her youth submerged in the national counter-culture movement and rave scene. Not only was this a time of social and political upheaval, but it was one of unabashed creative freedom. Creative freedom only exists where love and care does—which is why it’s of utmost importance to us to offer competitive salaries with 401k option, employer-sponsored health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, an annual jewellery budget and an employee discount.

Expectations

We’ll be reviewing applications and interviewing applicants continuously. We’ll do our best to communicate what to expect along the way, but given the high volume of applicants, we may not be able to respond to everyone.