Fine Jewelry & Watch Lab Technician

The RealReal•Perth Amboy, NJ

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Our Authentication Centers (warehouses) are where the magic happens! The Art & Science of Real comes to life within our facilities located in New Jersey and Arizona — combining the knowledge of hundreds of luxury experts with cutting-edge, proprietary technology. As consigned goods travel into our facilities, the team processes, authenticates, and photographs each item in preparation for listing to our website. As a Lab Technician, you will succeed and grow within the company if you are a self-motivated individual with an interest in breaking into the jewelry industry. If you thrive in a fast-paced, production-driven environment and have the ability to pivot fast this could be the perfect match! The RealReal is the world’s largest online marketplace for authenticated, resale luxury goods, with 37 million members. With a rigorous authentication process overseen by experts, The RealReal provides a safe and reliable platform for consumers to buy and sell their luxury items. We have hundreds of in-house gemologists, horologists, and brand authenticators who inspect thousands of items each day. As a sustainable company, we give new life to pieces by thousands of brands across numerous categories—including women's and men's fashion, fine jewelry and watches, art, and home—in support of the circular economy. We make selling effortless with free virtual appointments, in-home pickup, drop-off, and direct shipping. We handle all of the work for consignors, including authenticating, using AI and machine learning to determine optimal pricing, photographing and listing their items, as well as shipping and customer service. The RealReal is leading the way in authenticated luxury consignment, online and in real life at our brick and mortar locations. Founded in 2011, our company is growing fast and fundamentally changing the way people buy and sell luxury goods — a multi-billion dollar industry. Our in-house experts inspect every item and our commitment to authenticity sets us apart, creating a foundation of trust with shoppers and consignors. The RealReal is also the first luxury member of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s prestigious CE100 USA. We are seeking smart, talented and creative individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment to help us reinvent the digital marketplace. Are you collaborative, dedicated to going the extra mile and ready to innovate? We invite you to join our team.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Highly motivated problem solver with an attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Working knowledge of Google Docs and Gmail
Ability to work weekends & overtime as needed
Self-motivation and a drive to achieve results
Exceptional attention to detail and organization skills
Adaptability and openness to change
Math skills

Nice To Haves

Jewelry Industry Experience/Interest a plus

Responsibilities

Operate XRF machine to accurately assign precious metal components
Enter XRF readings into database
Assess weights & measurements of jewelry items
Clean jewelry items using ultrasonic, steam machine and other industry standard equipment
Diamond Count
Collaborate with TRR Fine Jewelry & Watches authentication department as needed to facilitate the processing of fine and fashion jewelry
Operate CWED (Carat Weight Estimation Device) to accurately calculate the carat weight of diamonds on a piece of jewelry.
Enter CWED reading into database
Scan items to locations

Benefits

$50 in monthly food credits to apply to snacks and meals that are available for purchase on site
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401K with Company Match
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid parental leave
9 Paid Company Holidays
18 Paid Time Off (PTO) Days (PTO starts accruing on first day of work)
State of the art, climate-controlled warehouse facility

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