Bench Jeweler - Signet Jewelers - West Borough of Watchung - Watchung, NJ

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Completing administrative/clerical tasks and polishing jewelry
• Bench Jeweler responsibilities such as 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

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

• 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

Skills

• 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

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