What are the responsibilities and job description for the Casting Specialist position at Cullen Jewellery?
About us:
Founded by Jordan Cullen in 2018, Cullen is an ethical fine jewelery brand focused on exceptional human experiences. As a digital-first business, we blend traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, using the best materials to create timeless pieces.
We’re committed to the environment, crafting every piece with sustainability in mind. Our lab grown diamonds are 100% carbon neutral, and we invest in replanting landscapes and supporting communities globally.
About the position:
As Casting Specialist, you will oversee and operate Cullen’s casting process in our new US facility. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a master of casting who’s ready to not only run high-quality jewellery casting operations, but help design and build the processes from the ground up.
This role is instrumental in ensuring precision, consistency, and quality in the crafting of our ethically sourced fine jewelery. You’ll work closely with our Melbourne-based workshop management team to exchange feedback, refine results, and uphold our world-class standards.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Oversee and operate all aspects of the jewelery casting process
- Build and refine casting systems and workflows as part of a new US-based operation
- Create and manage alloys and troubleshoot any casting-related issues
- Train and mentor junior casting staff to build a high-performing team
- Collaborate with workshop management in Melbourne to maintain quality and feedback loops
- Own the setup and implementation of casting equipment and tools, including vacuum, centrifugal, or induction systems
What are we seeking?
- Significant experience in jewelery casting within large-scale operations
- Expertise in precious metal alloys and casting problem-solving
- Proven ability to lead operations independently with strong communication skills
- Excellent time management and attention to detail
- Proficiency with casting machinery, vacuum, and centrifugal or induction systems
- Familiarity with 3D printing, wax tree building, and investment making
What we offer:
In addition to a competitive remuneration package we offer all our team members a range of benefits including:
- A supportive and collaborative work environment;
- An Employee Assistance Program for you and a family member to utilise;
- Generous staff and family / friend discounts;
- Team events and initiatives included as part of our wellbeing program;
- Paid volunteer leave, and sponsorship of a child in South East Asia/Africa under your name;
- The opportunity to join a growing company with a global presence - you really can take your career anywhere!
If this full-time opportunity sounds like your next challenge, complete your application by clicking on the apply now button and we will be in touch.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $59,815.64 - $124,040.92 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $59,816 - $124,041