What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bench Jeweler position at Jeweler?
What you'll do
- Set center stones and accent stones in bezel, basket, and martini settings in 14k yellow, white, and rose gold
- Assemble, solder, and laser weld components such as heads, shanks, and findings
- Clean up castings, then pre-polish and polish to a high finish
- Size rings, re-tip prongs, and handle repairs and adjustments
- Check stone fit, prong security, symmetry, and finish against design specs before sign-off
- Work from CAD renders and specs, using calipers, gauges, and a loupe or microscope for precise measurements
- Keep your bench organized and follow safety procedures for torches, chemicals, and polishing equipment
- Work with the production lead to meet daily output goals without cutting corners
What we're looking for
- 3 years of bench experience in fine jewelry manufacturing or a trade shop
- Strong stone-setting skills, especially with diamonds (prong, bezel, and basket settings)
- Experience with laser welding and torch soldering in gold
- Steady hands, sharp eyesight, and real pride in clean, consistent work
- Ability to work quickly without sacrificing quality
- Familiarity with CAD/casting workflows is a plus
- Experience with high-volume production is a plus
- A portfolio or photos of your work, which we'll ask for with your application
Details
- Full-time, on-site in Oak Park
- Pay: $35–$45/hour, based on experience and setting speed and quality
- Schedule: Monday–Friday 9–5
To apply: send your resume and photos of recent work. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to do a short bench test.
Salary : $72,800 - $81,100