Apprentice Jeweler - Signet Jewelers - Lindale Mall - Cedar Rapids, IA

Signet Jewelers Limited; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Jeweler Certification

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Merchandise discounts

Job summary

Signet Jewelers Limited in Cedar Rapids, IA, is hiring entry-level Jeweler Apprentices to begin in an administrative role and learn jewelry polishing. The program progresses toward becoming a Bench Jeweler with on-the-job training across our Design & Service Centers.

Responsibilities include customer service, store interactions, photography for intake, and learning basic jewelry repair, polishing and quality control. Full-time 40-hour weeks with overtime and a starting wage of $15 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Some knowledge of jewelry or jewelry repair/design preferred but not required.
• Varying hours including some nights and weekends.
• Full-time consists of a 40-hour work week with seasonal required overtime.

Responsibilities

• Admin responsibilities including customer service and interactions with stores and customers.
• Complete administrative/clerical tasks and photography of jewelry for intake/tracking.
• Learn the basics of jewelry repair starting with polishing and quality control.
• Progress through training toward becoming a Bench Jeweler in a promote-from-within environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Detail Oriented

Shipping/Receiving

Multitasking

Time Management

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Whether you are just starting your career or an experienced Jeweler, we have plenty of opportunities for your growth and success. Start as an Apprentice Jeweler completing administrative/clerical tasks and polishing jewelry, and work toward becoming a Bench Jeweler. We are also looking for candidates with knowledge of stone setting, sizing, polishing and jewelry repair. Working with our team gives you the opportunity to advance from beginner to artisan in a unique promote-from-within environment.

Signet Jewelers, the world’s largest specialty retail of diamond jewelry, is currently seeking entry-level Jeweler Apprentices to join our Field Design & Service Center Teams! As you begin your career as a Jeweler Apprentice, we have plenty of opportunities for your growth and success. Signet’s Design & Service Centers offer a full training program to elevate your skills from Apprentice to Jeweler. As an Apprentice, you will learn the business from the ground up, this will entail full administrative responsibilities, including customer service, interacting with both our stores and customers, completing administrative/clerical tasks, photography of jewelry for intake/tracking and learning the basics of jewelry repair starting with polishing and quality control, all while you train toward becoming a Bench Jeweler. While we are seeking candidates with any basic jewelry or jewelry repair knowledge, we will also consider any candidate that has a passion and desire to learn the jeweler trade. Working with our team gives you the opportunity to advance from apprentice to artisan in a promote-from-within environment as you progress through our unique training journey. 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.

Desired Administrative Skills

• Customer Service minded with strong interpersonal skills
• High standard for quality work
• Basic Computer Skills
• Excellent Organizational Skills
• Detail Orientated
• Knowledge of Shipping/Receiving
• Working in a fast-paced environment
• Multi-tasking & time management

Position Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent preferred but not required
• Some knowledge of jewelry or jewelry repair/design preferred but not required
• Varying hours including some nights and weekends
• Full-time consists of a 40-hour work week with seasonal required overtime

A Sampling of Our Total Rewards

• Minimum starting rate of $15 per hour.
• Base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors.
• 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.
• 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.

At Signet, we realize we’re not just in the jewelry business - we’re in the relationship business. The diamonds and unique jewelry we sell are symbols of undeniable love and self-expression. They help inspire love and foster the kind of world we all want to live in. We’re always looking for those rare gems who want to be a part of our purpose.

We value our team members and empower them to play trusted roles in a highly personal and emotional customer experience. Maybe you have that sparkle.

Signet Jewelers is Great Place to Work-Certified.

We promote diversity at every level, value the differences between people and foster an environment of opportunity and acceptance for every Team Member in every facet of our organization.