Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Master Bench Jeweler to join our family at Elite Fine Jewelers in Tempe, Arizona.

This is a hands-on bench position within a third-generation, family-owned luxury jewelry store known for high-level custom work and complex repairs. The ideal candidate has advanced fabrication and stone-setting skills, strong attention to detail, and takes pride in delivering exceptional craftsmanship.

This is not a manufacturing assembly-line role — all work is done in-house with a focus on quality, precision, and custom design.

Jewelry Repair Job

Duties

  • Perform advanced custom fabrication and fine jewelry creation
  • Set diamonds and gemstones (including large center stones) with precision
  • Perform platinum rebuilds, prong retipping, and structural restorations
  • Ring sizing, shank replacements, and complex repair work
  • Create and modify stone mounts
  • Casting cleanup and finishing
  • Operate laser welder (iWeld LaserStar experience preferred)
  • Work with gold, platinum, and sterling silver
  • Collaborate with sales associates on custom design projects
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient bench environment
  • Ensure all work meets Elite Fine Jewelers’ high standards for quality and durability

Experience

  • 5+ years of bench jeweler experience (master-level preferred)
  • Advanced soldering skills in gold and platinum
  • Strong stone-setting ability (including channel setting and large stones)
  • Experience in custom fabrication from concept to completion
  • Ability to troubleshoot repair challenges independently
  • High attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship
  • Professional, reliable, and works well within a close-knit team
  • Laser welding experience

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience, with commission potential
  • Steady, consistent bench work
  • Modern, fully equipped in-house shop
  • Professional, respectful, drama-free environment
  • Long-term opportunity with a growing, family-owned business
  • Paid time off and potential health benefits
  • Base pay + commission potential

Elite Fine Jewelers is a multi-generation family business built on quality craftsmanship and strong client relationships. If you are passionate about custom jewelry and want to work in a shop where your skill truly matters, we would love to connect.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 – $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

 

 

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