Fine Jewelry Setter

Job ID: 42568

Category: Manufacturing
Location: United States – Rhode Island – CumberlandPosted Date: August 24, 2020

Overview

SEEKING TOP TALENT TO CONNECT WITH OUR ICONIC BRAND

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Tiffany & Co. is one of the most legendary brands in the world today. With a history that spans back to 1837, Tiffany & Co is a jeweler and specialty retailer, whose merchandise offerings include an extensive selection of jewelry, as well as timepieces, sterling silverware, china, crystal, stationery, fragrances and accessories. Tiffany & Co. operates a manufacturing facility in Cumberland, RI where jewelry products unique to our company are crafted by a diverse workforce.

Tiffany offers our employees the resources they need to be successful in an environment that recognizes and rewards creativity, innovation and dedication. We take great pride in helping each of our employees design an exciting future within our enduring tradition of excellence. At Tiffany & Co. an inspired career is life’s best accessory.

The Fine Jewelry Setter will produce precious jewelry with intermediate to advanced degree of complexity using materials and instructions supplied by Tiffany & Co. to meet Quality standards within prescribed production times. Perform duties associated with the manufacture of rings and other precious jewelry primarily working on different types of stone setting techniques using diamonds and colored precious stones.

Responsibilities

Work safely at all times by consistently following safe work procedures for position, as well as all safety procedures required at your worksite.
Promptly report all incidents and safety issues to your supervisor/manager.
Must demonstrate the skill to set diamonds and colored precious stones according to Tiffany & Co.’s quality standards, including, but not limited to, setting pieces evenly on plane (in cases of multiple stones); taking proper care as not to damage stones.
Perform setting process; deliver clean work in a timely manner, in keeping with the department’s efficiencies.
Performs other duties as may be required.
Maintain 5S housekeeping programs.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

2+ years’ experience in the areas required: Pave, prong setting and burnishing or has demonstrated the ability and skillset of a Setter II
Experience in the following areas: Platinum, 18K Gold, color stones, and fancy cut shaped stones
Understanding of following tools: burrs, gravers, burnishers and other jewelry related tools
Ability to read and understand blueprints
Strong attention to detail
Strong problem solving skills and resolutions
Ability to adapt to change for the needs of the company; flexibility is important
Ability to work in a high volume fast paced work atmosphere
Ability to work overtime and weekend overtime as business needs arises
Must understand company safety: wear safety glasses; utilize Plexiglas shield when setting, grinding or sharpening tools and proper procedure when handling chemicals when boiling out work
Must be able to communicate effectively and understand English language

Preferred Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
Basic computer skills
GIA Certification