Seasonal Jewelry Engraver

Catbird; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Catbird is seeking a Jewelry Engraver to join our Warehouse team for the holiday season. This full-time seasonal role will oversee engraving customer orders with precision and care to meet brand standards. Open availability is required, with occasional overtime expectations.

The position starts around 11/2, and compensation is listed as $18/hour. Work involves a warehouse setting with exposure to machinery and small parts, and the ability to sit or stand for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Experience in engraving, jewelry, or personalization preferred but training may be provided.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfortable handling small, delicate items and machinery.

Responsibilities

• Accurately engrave jewelry and merchandise using engraving machines, tools, and software.
• Review work orders for correct personalization, spelling, and specs.
• Perform quality control checks on engraved items before packaging.
• Maintain and clean engraving equipment for optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot minor machine or software issues and escalate as needed.
• Meet daily production targets while maintaining accuracy and quality.

Skills

Engraving

Attention to detail

Team communication

Engraving software

Tools

Engraving software

Job description

Catbird is seeking a full-time Jewelry Engraver to join our Warehouse team this holiday season. This role will oversee engraving customer orders with precision and care while ensuring high-quality results that meet brand standards. This role requires attention to detail, technical skill, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

This is a seasonal position expected to start 11/2. Candidates must have open availability. This role may require occasional overtime.

Compensation is $18/hour.

Key Responsibilites

• Accurately engrave jewelry and other merchandise using engraving machines, tools, and software.
• Review work orders to ensure correct personalization, spelling, and specifications.
• Perform quality control checks on all engraved items before packaging.
• Maintain and clean engraving equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot minor machine or software issues and escal-ate as needed.
• Meet daily production targets while maintaining accuracy and quality standards.
• Safely handle and store jewelry pieces to prevent loss or damage.
• Collaborate with warehouse and fulfillment teams to ensure timely order completion.
• Follow company safety, security, and operational procedures.
• Warehouse/production setting with exposure to machinery and small parts.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to use magnification tools as needed.
• May require occasional overtime during peak seasons.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Prior experience in engraving, jewelry, or personalization (preferred but not required; training may be provided).
• Strong attention to detail and focus on accuracy.
• Comfortable working with small, delicate items and machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and instructions.
• Basic computer skills; experience with engraving software a plus.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Team-oriented with good communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity to handle fine jewelry and engraving equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Good eyesight (corrected vision acceptable) for detailed work.

Compensation: $18/hr