Seasonal Quality Control Associate

Blue Nile; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Nile is seeking a detail-oriented Seasonal QC Associate to join our manufacturing team. The role focuses on ensuring jewelry products meet quality standards through in-process inspections and precise measurements.

Responsibilities include providing feedback to bench workers, recording defects, and upholding compliance with quality policies and industry standards throughout the jewelry manufacturing process. Base pay ranges per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of quality control principles and methodologies.
• GED or equivalent high school diploma.
• Experience in Quality Control, preferably in jewelry manufacturing.
• Familiarity with jewelry manufacturing processes, materials, settings, and finishing techniques.
• Ability to use measurement tools for precise inspections.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for improvements.
• Excellent communication to collaborate with production teams.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections of in-process jewelry products to ensure quality.
• Provide feedback to bench workers on quality during manufacturing.
• Identify and record defects or deviations from standards.
• Use precision tools to verify dimensions and gemstone sizes.
• Ensure compliance with quality policies and industry regulations.

Skills

Quality control

Analytical skills

Communication

Organization

Computer skills

Calipers

Micrometers

Gemstone gauges

Magnification devices

MS Office

Education

GED or high school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gemstone gauges

Magnification devices

Job description

Our banner is part of Signet Jewelers, a purpose-driven company who believes love inspires love and whose mission it is to enable all people to Celebrate Life and Express Love. Signet Jewelers is also a “Great Place to Work-Certified™” company. Innovation and brilliance – two things that set us apart.

Blue Nile is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Seasonal QC Associate (Quality Control Associate) to join our manufacturing team. In this role, they will be responsible for ensuring that all jewelry products meet our quality standards and specifications. The ideal candidate has mid-process jewelry manufacturing quality control experience and a keen eye for detail and will play a critical role in maintaining the excellence of our jewelry manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections of in process jewelry products throughout the manufacturing process, including rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and other accessories, to ensure they meet established quality standards and specifications.
• Provide feedback to bench workers on quality of individual jewelry pieces during manufacturing to promote a culture of quality awareness and continuous improvement.
• Identify and record quality-related data of any defects, imperfections, or deviations from quality standards in the jewelry items, including issues related to design, craftsmanship, settings, gemstones, and overall finish.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments and tools to verify the accuracy of jewelry dimensions, gemstone sizes, and other critical measurements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, industry standards, and company quality control policies throughout the jewelry manufacturing process.

• Understanding of quality control principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• GED or equivalent high school diploma.
• Previous experience in Quality Control, particularly in a Jewelry Manufacturing company required.
• Familiarity with the jewelry manufacturing process, including materials, gemstones, settings, and finishing techniques, preferred.
• Ability to use a variety of tools and instruments, such as calipers, micrometers, gemstone gauges, and magnification devices, to perform precise measurements and inspections.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to propose improvement processes and strategies.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams within production.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Computer fluency including Microsoft office products.

Base pay is $25.00-$27.00. Final pay rate shall be determined and is based on experience and qualifications.

At this time, Blue Nile will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Additional Information: Blue Nile. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Blue Nile. will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.#LI-WK1