Full job description

ESC has an exciting opportunity for a Master Goldsmith/Bench Jeweler to join our premier jeweler’s team in Appleton. This position represents the highest level of craftsmanship within their jewelry repair and production team and the ideal candidate is a seasoned artisan with exceptional technical expertise and a passion for quality workmanship. This role handles the most complex repairs and custom work, serves as a technical authority, and often leads and mentors other goldsmiths.

Ring Sizing

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Performs highly complex and high-value jewelry repairs
  • Executes prong, bezel, and bead setting on all sizes and shapes of diamonds
  • Performs all types of re-tipping and re-pronging assignments in karat gold, sterling silver, and platinum
  • Sizes all types of gold, sterling silver, and platinum jewelry
  • Train, mentor, and evaluate Goldsmith I and II team members
  • Establish and maintain best practices for craftsmanship and quality
  • Follows chemical and equipment safety procedures: MSDS, lockout/tagout, etc.
  • Safely and confidently operate torches, flex-shaft tools, polishing machines, and stone-setting tools
  • Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, safe workshop environment
  • Prioritize jobs according to due dates

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • 5-7 years of hands-on bench jeweler experience
  • Mastery in basic goldsmithing fundamentals (soldering, filing, sawing, measuring, and finishing)
  • Bench tested ability to work with all common precious metals and diamonds
  • Understanding of metal properties
  • Experience with a laser welder and torch control
  • Ability to communicate with clients and coworkers in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Manual dexterity and attention to detail
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions
  • Willingness to learn and accept feedback
  • Basic mechanical aptitude

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

  • Appleton, WI 54913 (Required)

Work Location: In person

 

 

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