Bench Jeweler - Signet Jewelers - Woodfield Road - Schaumburg, IL

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

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
• 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

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.