Polisher

Harry Winston; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in luxury jewelry is seeking a skilled polisher with extensive experience in precious metals and high-value stones. This role requires a meticulous approach to polishing various jewelry pieces, ensuring the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with team members. Join a prestigious team dedicated to crafting exquisite jewelry that captivates and delights customers worldwide.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of polishing experience required.
• Strong working knowledge of jewelry manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Polish a variety of jewelry products including necklaces, rings, and bracelets.
• Handle and polish high value stones with precision and care.

Skills

Polishing precious metals

Buffing and lapping

Handling high value stones

Attention to detail

Job description

This position requires extensive knowledge of all stages of polishing required to produce fine jewelry. The candidate must be well versed in polishing precious metals (Platinum and Gold) and skilled in polishing a wide variety of products, fabricated both by hand and with cast component parts. Must have extensive knowledge of working with high value stones during the polishing process. This candidate must have a strong working knowledge of the jewelry manufacturing environment. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and work well with others. Attention to detail at all times is a must.

Key Duties Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Extensive knowledge of buffing, lapping, and trimming of both handmade and cast precious metal component parts (Platinum and Gold).
• Extensive knowledge of handling high value stones (colored stones and diamonds).
• Extensive knowledge of plating in both platinum and gold.
• Extensive knowledge in preparing castings for assembly and finishing techniques.
• Ability to polish all products manufactured in the workshop: necklaces, earrings, fashion rings, solitaire rings, bracelets.
• Ability to spot variations in the metal condition (porosity) and construction issues such as cracks, bad or open connections, open solder joints.
• Attention to detail - polishing is our first line of defense against construction issues, setting, and metal finishing issues.

Key Job Relationships:

• Shop Director
• Shop Foreman

Job Qualifications:

• A minimum of 10 years of polishing experience
• Works well with others

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Manufacturing

Industries

• Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry