Hand Engraver

CSV-CLINT ORMS ENGRAVERS AND SILVERSMITH'S; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Clint Orms Engravers & Silversmiths in Kerrville, TX is seeking an experienced hand engraver to join our team. The ideal candidate enjoys practical work and has a steady hand for detailed crafting of belt buckles, jewelry and accessories.

Required include at least 2 years of hand engraving experience, proficiency in lettering and designs on metal surfaces, and the ability to work independently or with others while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hand engraving experience.
• Experience applying hand engraving on gold and silver using hand carving techniques with tempered steel tools.
• Proficiency in lettering and basic designs on multiple surfaces including flat and curved.
• Ability to sketch layouts, perform efficient cutting, shading, and engraving of letters, numbers, symbols, and images.
• Ability to work independently consistently and collaboratively as needed.
• High emphasis on attention to detail, organization, flexibility, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Engrave on gold and silver using hand carving techniques with tempered steel tools.
• Proficiency in lettering and basic designs on multiple surfaces including flat and curved.
• Sketch layouts and engrave letters, numbers, symbols, and images with accuracy.
• Maintain high attention to detail, organization, flexibility, and safety in a dynamic fast-paced environment.
• Work both independently and collaboratively when required.

Skills

Hand engraving

Lettering

Attention to detail

Quality craftsmanship

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tempered steel tools

Pneumatic engraving systems

Job description

**Clint Orms Engravers & Silversmiths **are currently seeking an experienced hand engraver to join our team! The candidate must be good at working with their hands and take pleasure in practical work.

Clint Orms Engravers & Silversmiths are designers and producers of handcrafted belt buckles, jewelry and accessories that embody a carefully preserved Western heritage, a personal touch, and exceptional workmanship.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES:

At least 2 years of experience as a Hand Engraver is required.

Required

• Experience applying hand engraving on gold and silver using hand carving techniques with tempered steel tools
• Proficiency in lettering and basic designs on multiple surfaces including flat and curved
• Proficiency at sketching layouts, efficient cutting, shading, and engraving of letters, numbers, symbols, and images
• Ability to work independently consistently and collaboratively in some situations
• Ability to maintain the highest attention to detail, organization, flexibility, and safety in a dynamic fast paced environment

Preferred

• Experience with pneumatic (air) engraving systems
• Experience with scroll engraving patterns

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years of hand engraving experience.
• One year or more of some stone-setting experience is a plus.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to build positive relationships within the organization.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to interact with all levels of management.
• Critical thinking and problem solving.