Senior Maker

Hello Adorn LLC; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hello Adorn LLC is seeking a Senior Maker to craft high-quality, handmade jewelry. The role involves diverse responsibilities like packaging, quality control, and training new team members.

The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of jewelry-making experience, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to quality standards. Join us in a creative, purpose-driven environment as we enhance our vibrant brand.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on jewelry-making experience.
• Experience training others on product assembly and safety practices.
• Proficiency in key jewelry-making techniques (soldering, stone setting, polishing, casting, finishing).

Responsibilities

• Create handcrafted jewelry using established SOPs.
• Train new and existing Makers on product knowledge and techniques.
• Perform quality control checks on finished pieces.

Skills

Jewelry-making techniques

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Jewelry-making certificate

Job description

Join Hello Adorn as Our Next Senior Maker

Are you a skilled jewelry maker who takes pride in precision, craftsmanship, and helping others grow? At Hello Adorn, every piece is made by hand with intention, and our Senior Makers play a key role in bringing that standard to life. In this role, you’ll create high-quality pieces, support continuous improvement across our production floor, and help train the next generation of Makers as we continue to scale our handcrafted operations.

About Us

Hello Adorn is a fast-growing, design-forward handmade jewelry brand, rooted in quality craftsmanship, a clear brand vision, and a commitment to exceptional customer experience. With both a thriving direct-to-consumer e-commerce presence and a brick-and-mortar flagship store, we offer a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment where creative vision and strategic thinking thrive. As we scale, Hello Adorn remains committed to growing a beautiful brand from a culture of happiness.

What You’ll Do

The Senior Maker crafts high-quality jewelry that meets brand and customer standards, completes all production steps from soldering through finishing and packaging, performs quality checks and corrections, maintains an organized workspace, and meets daily work order expectations. This role also identifies opportunities to improve tools, techniques, and workflows, trains Makers and retail employees on product assembly and safety protocols, and supports daily production setup, including preparing solder stations.

Key Responsibilities

Jewelry Making

• Create handcrafted jewelry using established SOPs, ensuring every piece meets Hello Adorn’s quality and brand standards.
• Complete finishing steps including tumbling, packaging, and submitting pieces for quality control.
• Correct quality issues identified during QC and maintain accuracy across all work.
• Complete daily work orders on schedule and maintain an organized, efficient workspace.
• Identify opportunities to improve tools, recipes, and production processes.

Training & Development

• Train new and existing Makers to ensure strong product knowledge, efficient techniques, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Train retail employees on endless bracelet assembly expectations as needed.
• Integrate new tools, techniques, and best practices into training programs to support team growth and efficiency.

Other Responsibilities

• Prepare solder stations and work areas for daily production.
• Perform quality control checks on finished pieces to ensure consistency and craftsmanship.

Requirements

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of hands‑on jewelry‑making experience.
• Proficiency in key jewelry‑making techniques (soldering, stone setting, polishing, casting, finishing).
• Experience training others on product assembly and safety practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Jewelry‑making certificate or completion of a jewelry‑related training program.
• 4+ years of experience in a high‑volume or e‑commerce jewelry environment.

Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to meet daily production targets.
• High manual dexterity and fine motor control for intricate work.
• Ability to identify and implement improvements in tools, techniques, and workflows.
• Proven ability to train and mentor others effectively.