Jewelry Verification Associate

GIA (Gemological Institute of America)•New York, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The JVS Verification Associate performs routine, standardized jewelry evaluations in accordance with GIA methodology and established procedures to verify core jewelry attributes. The Associate works within clearly defined guidelines to ensure accuracy and consistency, accurately documenting results and escalating all discrepancies, uncertainties, and non-routine findings for review. This role is focused on execution, quality, and adherence to process in a production-driven environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Proven ability to meet production goals while maintaining high levels of accuracy and consistency
Demonstrated ability to follow established procedures with minimal deviation
High attention to detail and precision in repetitive tasks
Strong adherence to process, standards, and quality requirements
Ability to follow structured workflows with limited autonomy
Ability to recognize discrepancies and determine when escalation is required
Effective time management; ability to meet daily production and throughput targets
Basic problem awareness (identifies and reports issues rather than resolving independently)
Clear and concise communication and documentation skills
Adaptability in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment
Strong accountability for accuracy and output
Fully onsite due to the nature of the work and security requirements
Ability to work in a production-based environment with defined daily output expectations
Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet business demands
High level of manual dexterity required for safe jewelry handling
Frequent pinch, grip, and fine motor hand movements throughout the workday
Close vision required (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Depth perception required to assess spatial relationships and object positioning
Ability to accurately distinguish color variations (including D–Z and fancy color grading)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Earth Sciences, Geology, or related field preferred
Graduate Gemologist (GG) diploma or equivalent credential preferred
Experience working in a fast-paced, structured, and process-driven environment preferred
Prior experience in jewelry, manufacturing, or laboratory settings preferred
Basic ability to operate gemological or verification tools and equipment under guidance
Familiarity with standardized evaluation or inspection processes preferred

Responsibilities

Perform high-volume, standardized jewelry evaluations using GIA methodology to verify core attributes (e.g., condition, metal type, diamond quality); meet daily production targets for completed evaluations (40%)
Execute verification workflows consistently, ensuring compliance with established procedures, quality standards, and documentation guidelines (30%)
Accurately document all verification outcomes in applicable systems with a strong focus on completeness and audit readiness (10%)
Identify discrepancies, irregularities, or non-standard findings and escalate appropriately in accordance with defined escalation protocols (10%)
Maintain organized, accurate, and complete records to support quality assurance reviews and traceability (10%)
Follow all security, handling, and chain-of-custody procedures when working with jewelry items to ensure asset protection
Consistently meet defined KPIs for accuracy, throughput, and error rate, while maintaining attention to detail
Support quality control initiatives, including re-checks or audits as directed by supervisors
Communicate clearly with supervisors regarding workflow issues, backlog risks, or process concerns
Adhere to all operational, safety, and compliance guidelines within a production-driven lab environment