Bench Jeweler- Signet Jewelers - Independence Center - Kansas City, MO

Signet Jewelers; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where your passion for jewelry can shine! This role offers a unique opportunity to grow from an Apprentice Jeweler to a skilled artisan in a promote-from-within environment. You will engage in a variety of tasks, from polishing and repairing jewelry to designing custom pieces that exceed customer expectations. With competitive pay and extensive training programs, this position is perfect for both entry-level and experienced jewelers looking to enhance their skills. If you are detail-oriented and customer-focused, this is the opportunity for you to make a significant impact in the world of fine jewelry.

Benefits

Jeweler Certification Classes

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Merchandise Discounts

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a Bench Jeweler or in skilled trades.
• Excellent organizational skills and detail orientation required.

Responsibilities

• Restore jewelry to its original beauty and design custom pieces.
• Perform various jewelry repairs including chain and clasp repairs.

Skills

Jewelry Repair

Stone Setting

Polishing

Wax Carving

Fabrication

Casting

Custom Design

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Degree or Equivalent

Tools

CAD / CAM Design Software

Job description

Join our Field Design & Service Center Team! 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.

Shine with Signet!

Signet Jewelers, the world’s largest specialty retail of diamond jewelry, is currently seeking entry-level Jewelers and experienced Jewelers to join our Field Design & Service Center Teams! Whether you are just starting your career as a Jeweler or you are an experienced master level Jeweler, we have plenty of opportunities for your growth and success. Working with our team gives you the opportunity to advance from beginner to artisan in a promote-from-within environment. We offer unique jeweler training programs and continuous learning to advance your skills from entry level to experienced Jeweler!

At Signet Jewelers, you’ll use your talent to restore jewelry to its original, breathtaking beauty all the way to designing stunning, one-of-a-kind, custom jewelry depending on your current skillset. 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.

We offer highly competitive pay that is reflective of your current jeweler skillset and experience.

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

Position 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
• Basic computer skills
• 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:

• 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 225 Design & Service Centers throughout the United States, located within all Jared The Galleria of Jewelry and select Kay Jewelers and Zales stores.

Signet Jewelers is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity at all levels. Please know that while we appreciate every applicant's interest, we can only contact those selected for further consideration.