Bench Jeweler: Apprentice to Artisan with Training & Benefits

signetjewelers; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Jeweler Certification

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Merchandise discounts

Job summary

Signet Jewelers is seeking entry-level Jewelers and experienced professionals to join our Field Design & Service Center Teams in the United States. Start as an Apprentice Jeweler, handle administrative/clerical tasks and polishing, and progress toward becoming a Bench Jeweler, with promote-from-within growth.

You’ll be engaged in a range of repairs and custom jewelry design, with opportunities to advance from beginner to artisan.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent preferred but not required.
• 1-3 years Bench Jeweler experience in skilled trades 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.
• Basic computer skills.
• Varying hours including some nights and weekends.
• Full-time consists of a 40-hour work week with seasonal overtime.

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 and pieces

CAD / CAM design work

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Tools

Bench jeweler tools

Job description

Signet Jewelers is seeking entry-level Jewelers and experienced professionals to join our Field Design & Service Center Teams in the United States. Start as an Apprentice Jeweler, handle administrative/clerical tasks and polishing, and progress toward becoming a Bench Jeweler, with promote-from-within growth.

You’ll be engaged in a range of repairs and custom jewelry design, with opportunities to advance from beginner to artisan.