Quality Control Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Inspection
• Stone Setting: Verify the security of all stones (prongs, bezels, channels). Ensure stones are level, properly oriented, and free of chips or "gray" areas.
• Metal Finishing: Inspect for porosity, scratches, tool marks, or uneven polishing. Ensure plating (e.g., Rhodium) is uniform and high-luster.
• Structural Integrity: Check hinges, clasps, and jump rings for functionality and durability. Ensure the piece meets specified weight and dimension requirements.
• Hallmarking: Confirm that metal fineness stamps (e.g., 14K, 18K, PT950) and trademarks are clear and accurate.
• Process & Compliance
• Workflow Monitoring: Perform "In-Process QC" to catch errors during the wax or casting stage to minimize metal waste and labor loss.
• Technical Drawing Alignment: Compare the finished physical product against CAD renderings or "Special Order" instructions to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Lab-Grown/Natural Screening: Use detection equipment to verify that melee and center stones match the diamond parcel specifications.
• Reporting & Feedback
• Defect Tracking: Maintain logs of common failures (e.g., casting porosity or loose stones) to identify training needs for the bench jewelers.
• Reject Management: Clearly communicate reasons for rejection to the production team and oversee the "re-work" process.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven industry experience: 2 year minimum
• Expert Eye: High proficiency using a 10x loupe and microscope for extended periods.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of jewelry construction, including soldering, laser welding, and various setting styles (Pavé, Micro-set, etc.).
• Industry Standards: Knowledge of GIA/IGI grading standards and precious metal tolerances.
• Detail Obsession: Ability to spot microscopic flaws that could affect the long-term wearability of the piece.

Pay

Base pay $22-$25/hr **Base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors.