Bench Jeweler - Signet Jewelers - Orchard Corners - Kansas City, KS

Signet Jewelers Limited; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Signet Jewelers seeks entry-level and experienced Jewelers to join our Field Design & Service Center teams in the United States. You can advance from apprentice to bench jeweler while benefiting from training and promotion-from-within opportunities.

We offer jewelry repairs, custom design, CAD/CAM work, and a path to progress based on skill and performance. Join Signet Jewelers and grow with a leader in diamond jewelry.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a Customer-First experience in custom jewelry design and repairs.
• Support bench jeweler tasks and restore jewelry to original beauty as needed.

Skills

Chain and clasp repair

Setting stones

Creating stone mountings

Wax carving

Fabrication

Casting

CAD / CAM design

Education

High school degree or equivalent

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.

Don’t forget, we have many opportunities available on our other career site pages.

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 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.

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 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.

Please know that while we appreciate every applicant's interest, we can only contact those selected for further consideration.

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.