Seasonal Quality Control Specialist - Jewelry

Blue Nile; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Nile is seeking a QC Specialist to inspect gemstones and jewelry, ensuring quality, color, and finish meet company standards. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, knowledge of marking requirements, and the ability to work with precious metals and gemstones.

You will report critical issues and help maintain accurate QC records. The ideal candidate will have a strong jewelry background, problem-solving skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Graduate Gemologist degree preferred.
• 3+ years of jewelry repair and production experience.
• Knowledge of industry standards and QC inspection procedures.
• Proficient with precious metals and gemstones.
• Excellent attention to detail and hand-eye coordination.
• Strong problem-solving and able to work under tight deadlines.
• Capable of working independently and in a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Inspect gemstones and jewelry to ensure quality and compliance with standards.
• Report all critical fails to management.
• Inspect loose diamonds and colored gemstones for quality and authentication.
• Maintain accurate records of QC activities and inspection results.
• Perform gemological testing and assist with special projects as needed.
• Support QC operations for reverse logistics orders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hand-eye coordination

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Graduate Gemologist degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Blue Nile, the QC Specialist will be responsible for performing the inspection of gemstones and jewelry items received from external vendors and from internal manufacturing. This role requires a keen eye for detail, extensive knowledge of marking requirements and craftsmanship, and the ability to work with precious metals and gemstones. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in jewelry, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a dedication to maintaining the highest standards of quality.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing inspection function ensuring all merchandise is in compliance with Blue Nile quality standards and legal requirements including functionality, stone setting, finish, hallmarking and trademarking.
• Report all critical fails to management.
• Responsible for inspection of loose diamonds and colored gemstones for quality, authentication, and verification of all
• gemological documentation or electronic certificate. Report all critical fails to management.
• Responsible for the accuracy of all new customer orders processed and the timely completion of the inspection.
• Responsible for systematic movement of customer orders from QC admin receiving location to inspection workstation.
• Responsible for completion of all daily work including current date orders and hard deadlines within area of responsibility.
• Responsible for the processing of returns including the evaluation of the merchandise for quality and adherence to the terms of the return policy.
• Maintain accurate records of quality control activities and inspection results.
• Perform gemological testing and assist with special projects as needed.
• Support QC operations for processing reverse logistics orders as needed.

• Responsible for opening and closing activities for QC areas.

• 3+ years of experience in jewelry repair and production preferred.

• Graduate Gemologist degree preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards and quality control inspection procedures.
• Proficient in working with precious metals and gemstones.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Working understanding of Microsoft office suite.

This is a seasonal position, expected to support the business from November-March. This role is not eligibile to enroll in benefits, This role has full-time hours of 40-hours weekly, generally Monday - Friday from 10-7PM or 11-8PM.

Hourly base pay $26.00 - $30.00. 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 Nlie will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.