Master Jeweler

David Yurman; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading American jewelry company is seeking a Master Jeweler with extensive experience in high-end jewelry manufacturing. The role involves creating intricate pieces, collaborating with designers, and ensuring quality craftsmanship. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a passion for artistry.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Bonus

Employee discounts

Generous paid time off

Sick time

Summer Fridays

Qualifications

• Minimum 10-15 years of bench experience in high-end jewelry manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret design rendering documents.

Responsibilities

• Create complex and intricate jewelry pieces without supervision.
• Collaborate with CAD designer/technician on technical aspects.

Skills

Communication

Creativity

Motivation

Job description

David Yurman is a celebrated American jewelry company founded in New York by David Yurman, a sculptor, and his wife, Sybil, a painter and ceramicist. When the artists began collaborating, their goal was simply to make beautiful objects to wear. Led today by their son Evan, David Yurman creates timeless, yet contemporary collections for women and men defined by inspiration, innovation, consummate craftsmanship and cable – the brand’s artistic signature. David Yurman collections are available at 50 retail stores throughout the United States, Canada, Hong Kong and France and at over 300 locations worldwide, through their exclusive authorized fine jewelry and timepiece network of retailers.

Our Values

At David Yurman, creativity, innovation and impeccable craftsmanship are at the core of everything we do. Fueled by the energy of our hometown, New York City, artistic passion informs each and every jewelry design. The Yurman family’s guiding vision continually defines and redefines what it means to be the preeminent American luxury jewelry brand. We are committed to responsible business and social practices and to the protection and advancement of human rights. We believe in partnering with others who share these values and understand their importance.

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Master Jeweler

Reports to: Shop Foreman

Overview

This Jeweler must have extensive experience and knowledge in high-end product. Responsible for execution of designs as well as ensuring the functional and aesthetic objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to create complex and intricate pieces without supervision.
• Provide input on technical aspect of design during project reviews, participate in brainstorming sessions during design review meetings. Provide input on production techniques and initial labor estimates.
• Translate design concept into a physical piece within established project time frame
• Collaborate with CAD designer/technician, setter, and polisher on all technical aspects of creation of the finished piece.
• Physically construct new production models and initial prototype samples according to the project delivery timelines.
• Capable of working on high jewelry/sold order product.
• Ability to perform simple setting and polishing techniques.
• Provide guidance to fellow jewelers.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10-15 years of bench experience in high-end jewelry manufacturing shop.
• Knowledge of complex and intricate jewelry construction as well as precious metal properties.
• Ability to read and interpret design rendering/engineering documents
• Ability to construct handmade elements, mechanical components, clasps, connections
• Ability to communicate issues clearly in a team environment.
• Knowledge of colored stone properties, setting techniques and styles.
• Ability to work overtime as business need arises.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must be highly motivated.

Location: New York, NY

Base pay is one component of David Yurman’s total compensation package, which may also include the following for eligible employees: access to healthcare benefits, 401(k) plan, bonus, employee discounts, Summer Fridays (corporate roles), generous paid time off, sick time, and more.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at David Yurman

As a company founded by artists, David Yurman champions self-expression in everything we do. We are committed to fostering a culture of openness and creative collaboration within our entire community, and we cherish the diversity of our employees’ backgrounds and perspectives. We will always advocate for equity and inclusion for all.

David Yurman is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender).

David Yurman is a celebrated American jewelry company founded in New York by David Yurman, a sculptor, and his wife, Sybil, a painter and ceramicist. When the artists began collaborating, their goal was simply to make beautiful objects to wear. Led today by their son Evan, David Yurman creates timeless, yet contemporary collections for women and men defined by inspiration, innovation, consummate craftsmanship and cable – the brand’s artistic signature. David Yurman collections are available at 50 retail stores throughout the United States, Canada, Hong Kong and France and at over 300 locations worldwide, through their exclusive authorized fine jewelry and timepiece network of retailers.