Bench Jeweler - Signet Jewelers - College Center - Mission Viejo, CA

Signet Jewelers • Mission Viejo, CA

11d • $17 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Signet Jewelers is hiring entry-level and experienced jewelers for its Field Design & Service Center teams. Depending on current skills, team members restore jewelry, perform repairs, and design and create custom pieces. The role offers jeweler training and continued learning, with opportunities to grow from beginner to artisan in a promote-from-within environment. Team members are expected to deliver a customer-first experience that exceeds expectations for custom jewelry design and repairs.

The position is full-time, consisting of a 40-hour work week, with varying hours that may include some nights and weekends and seasonal required overtime. Base pay is $17.00–$28.70; the final rate depends on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• 1–3 years of Bench Jeweler or relevant skilled-trades experience working with fine metals.
• Pass a qualified bench test assessing current jeweler level.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Customer-service orientation and a high standard for quality work.
• Basic computer skills.
• Availability for varying hours, including some nights and weekends.
• Seasonal overtime is required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of chain and clasp repair.
• Knowledge of re-tipping prongs.
• Knowledge of setting stones.
• Knowledge of creating stone mountings.
• Knowledge of channel and platinum rebuilds.
• Knowledge of minor ring repair and other jewelry repairs.
• Knowledge of wax carving.
• Knowledge of fabrication.
• Knowledge of casting.
• Knowledge of custom design and creation of pieces.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM design work.

Responsibilities

• Restore jewelry to its original condition and perform jewelry repairs.
• Design and create custom jewelry, depending on current skillset.
• Deliver a customer-first experience that exceeds expectations for custom jewelry design and repairs.
• Perform applicable bench work, such as stone setting, sizing, polishing, and repair.

Benefits

• Medical insurance (full-time team members).
• Dental insurance (full-time team members).
• Vision insurance (full-time team members).
• Prescription insurance (full-time team members).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid holidays (full-time team members).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Merchandise discounts.
• Jeweler certification classes to develop and enhance bench skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED