Bench Jeweler - Signet Jewelers - Lynnhaven Mall - Virginia Beach, VA

About the role

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. Working with our team gives you the opportunity to advance from beginner to artisan in a promote-from-within environment.

Responsibilities

• Completing administrative/clerical tasks and polishing jewelry
• Bench Jeweler responsibilities including stone setting, sizing, polishing, and jewelry repair
• Designing and creating custom jewelry
• Restoring jewelry to its original, breathtaking beauty
• Participating in unique Jeweler training programs and continuous learning
• Delivering a Customer-First experience that exceeds customer expectations

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
• Varying hours including some nights and weekends
• Full-time consists of a 40-hour work week with seasonal required overtime

Qualifications

• 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

Skills

• Basic computer skills

Benefits

• Base pay, $17.00 – $24.00
• 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
• Mercantile discounts

Pay

Final pay rate shall be determined and is based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Varying hours including some nights and weekends