Bench Jeweler - Signet Jewelers - Wayne Towne Center - Wayne, NJ

About the role

We are currently seeking entry-level Jewelers and experienced Jewelers to join our Field Design & Service Center Teams. 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.

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
• Working with a team to advance from beginner to artisan

Requirements

• A 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
• 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

Pay

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

Schedule

Varying hours including some nights and weekends

Benefits

• 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

Total Rewards

• Base pay, $17.00 – $24.00
• Final pay rate shall be determined and is based on experience and qualifications

Company Information

• Signet Jewelers has over 220 Design & Service Centers throughout the United States, located within all Jared Jewelers and select Kay Jewelers and Zales stores.
• Signet Jewelers is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity at all levels.