Bench Jeweler: Apprentice to Artisan — Growth & Training

Signet Jewelers; Valley Center (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay: 17.75–28.70 USD per hour

Jeweler Certification classes

Medical, dental, vision and Rx

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Merchandise discounts

Job summary

Signet Jewelers, the world’s largest specialty jeweler, is seeking entry-level to master Jewelers for its Field Design & Service Center Teams. You’ll grow from apprentice work to bench mastery, with training in stone setting, polishing, and custom design, advancing through a promote-from-within environment.

Competitive base pay and benefits accompany opportunities across the United States, including field roles and repair work, with a strong focus on customer-first service and skill development.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent preferred but not required.
• 1-3 years Bench Jeweler experience in skilled trades working with fine metals.
• Passing a qualified bench test to assess current jeweler level.

Responsibilities

• Perform jewelry repairs and stone setting tasks as needed.
• Engage in design and creation of pieces including custom work.
• Work within 40-hour weeks with seasonal overtime and some nights/weekends.
• Participate in jeweler training programs to advance skills.

Skills

Chain and clasp repair

Re-tipping prongs

Setting stones

Creating stone mountings

Channel and platinum rebuilds

Minor ring repair

Wax carving

Fabrication

Casting

Custom design

CAD / CAM design work

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Job description

Signet Jewelers, the world’s largest specialty jeweler, is seeking entry-level to master Jewelers for its Field Design & Service Center Teams. You’ll grow from apprentice work to bench mastery, with training in stone setting, polishing, and custom design, advancing through a promote-from-within environment.

Competitive base pay and benefits accompany opportunities across the United States, including field roles and repair work, with a strong focus on customer-first service and skill development.