Temporary Setter

Tiffany & Co.; Town of Pelham (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiffany & Co. is seeking a Temporary Workshop Setter in New York to expertly set diamonds and colored stones using pave, bead, channel, and other precision techniques, while ensuring high-quality results in line with brand standards.

The role requires extensive experience with precious metals and gems, meticulous inspections, and the ability to document production and manage stone usage. On-site work five days a week, with an assignment of approximately 3–6 months.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge and experience in all setting techniques.
• Experience with precious metals, diamonds and colored stones.
• Strong verbal and written communication with clients and staff.
• Able to adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities.
• Experience performing and troubleshooting setting repairs.
• Onsite 5 days a week and available for overtime if needed.

Responsibilities

• Set diamonds and colored stones using pave, cutdown, bright cut, fancy prong, bead, channel and burnishing techniques.
• Inspect mountings 100% prior to setting and review work after completion.
• Count and record daily production, verify orders, reconcile stones used, notify discrepancies.
• Prioritize quality via self-inspections throughout manufacturing process.
• Follow safety, confidentiality, security and attendance policies; maintain 5S at workstation.
• Report safety incidents to supervisor and support shop needs.

Skills

Pave setting

Cutdown setting

Bright cut setting

Fancy prong setting

Bead setting

Channel setting

Burnishing setting

Diamond handling

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Troubleshooting setting repairs

Microscope setting

Overtime flexibility

Education

Gemological Certification (Diamond and Colored Gemstones)

Tools

Laser welder

Job description

The Temporary Tiffany Workshop Setter should possess the advanced skills and expertise required to set all types of techniques for diamonds and colored stones within high jewelry pieces and in accordance with Tiffany & Co.'s aesthetic and quality standards. Additionally, the artisan must be able to evaluate and recommend optimal stone layouts for new products and consistently maintain minimal stone breakage and loss.

Key Accountabilities

• Set diamonds and colored stones using pave, cutdown, bright cut, fancy prong, bead, channel and burnishing setting techniques.
• Inspect mountings 100% prior to setting and review work after setting completion
• Count and record individual daily productions results, verify accuracy of work orders, reconcile all stones used in work orders, and notify Manager of any discrepancies.
• Prioritize quality by conducting self-inspections throughout the manufacturing process
• Sustain compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to safety, confidentiality, security and attendance.
• Work safely at all times by consistently following safe work procedures for Setters, as well as all safety procedures required at your worksite. Promptly report all incidents and safety issues to your supervisor. Contributes to 5S improvements as demonstrated at your workstation and within the department

Required Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in all setting techniques – ability to evaluate the space needed for setting pave or beadwork, and provide stone layouts in model or castings
• Experience working with precious metals, diamonds and colored stones
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with clients and multiple staff levels
• Proficient in organizational, interpersonal and partnership skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and willingness to change responsibilities within the department to support business needs
• Experience performing and troubleshooting setting repairs
• Flexibility to work overtime and/or modified work schedules to support business needs
• Experience setting under a microscope
• Onsite 5 days a week
• Duration of Assignment: Approximately 3-6 months

Preferred Qualifications:

• Gemological Certification (Diamond and Colored Gemstones).
• Technical understanding of polishing and jewelry manufacturing techniques.
• Knowledge/experience of a Laser Welder Machine.

The hiring range for this position ranges from $35.00- $46.00 per hour. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidates’ relevant skills and experience.