Quality Control Associate

Blue Nile; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,996 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescipion

401(k) Retirement Plan with company m

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee discount

Parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Blue Nile is seeking a detail-oriented QC Associate to join our manufacturing team. You will perform in-process inspections of rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and other jewelry items to ensure they meet quality standards.

The role requires using precision tools and documenting defects to drive continuous improvement. Ideal candidates have jewelry manufacturing QC experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate across production teams.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Familiarity with jewelry manufacturing processes, materials, gemstones, settings, and finishing techniques preferred.
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, gemstone gauges, and magnification devices for precise measurements.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections of in-process jewelry products throughout the manufacturing process to ensure quality standards.
• Provide feedback to bench workers on quality of individual jewelry pieces to promote quality awareness.
• Identify and record quality-related data of defects or deviations from quality standards.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments to verify jewelry dimensions, gemstone sizes, and other critical measurements.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company quality control policies throughout manufacturing.

Skills

Quality control

Analytical

Communication

Organization

Microsoft Office

Education

GED or equivalent high school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gemstone gauges

Magnification devices

Job description

Overview

Blue Nile is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee discount
• Parental leave
• Life insurance

Base pay is $22.50-$24.00. 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.