BENCH JEWELER
About JD and Co:
Since 1991, JD and Co. has been a state-of-the-art company specializing in fine jewelry and watch repairs, including stone settings. We offer complete custom jewelry design services, such as case-ready semi-customizable mounting. We serve the Northwest Territories and major national chain jewelry companies.
Position: Bench Jeweler (3 openings)
Shop Work
•Maintain safety and security protocols specifically associated with shop equipment and chemicals.
•Demonstrated Knowledge/experience of a Laser Welder Machine
•Experience working with diverse materials (e.g., platinum, yellow gold, white gold) and gemstones/diamonds
•Verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with clients and multiple staff levels
•Organizational, interpersonal skills and partnership skills
•Experience with performing and expediting jewelry repairs
•Flexible to work retail hours, weekends and overtime to support the needs of the business
Collaboration
•Working professionally, efficiently, and courteously with all Store and Company staff, fostering teamwork and respect.
•Supporting other shops as well as our home office when there are work overflows or special projects
•Providing cost estimates for additional shop/ jeweler personalization options that the customer can entertain depending on desires.
•Consulting directly with staff and customers as needed to help ensure customer needs are met through the sales process and/or the repair process.
Minimum Qualifications
•Minimum 2 years of prior bench experience required
•Must possess a high level of visual acuity and manual dexterity.
•Great ability to provide and receive feedback from peers, supervisors, and customers and adapt behavior with coaching.
•Comfortable with technology, especially tools like Computer Aided Design (CAD) and 3D Printer
•Must be able to effectively manage deadlines.
•Must be able to demonstrate basic communication skills in both written and spoken English, as well as basic math.
Jewelry certification preferred but not required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work Location: Multiple locations