Lab Assistant, Weights & Measures

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

3d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

Lab Assistant - We offer a competitive benefits package! We are an established company located in the heart of the diamond district in mid-town Manhattan that offers its employees a competitive benefits package and great educational and developmental opportunities. The Company: GIA is the world’s foremost authority in gemology. An independent, nonprofit organization, GIA protects the public trust in gems and jewelry by providing the education, research, and standards that consumers and the jewelry industry rely on to make informed purchase decisions. The Location: New York, New York Job Summary: Responsible for accurate data collection and precise inscriptions for stones using gemological devices, and ensuring consistent, high quality gemological reports are being delivered to clients in accordance with GIA standards.

Requirements

Language skills: ability to read, comprehend and follow standard procedures or instruction in local language (proficiency in reading, writing and speaking in English required)
Communication skills: communicate professionally (communicate respectfully, listen, articulate/explain issues, use professional tone, know when to email vs call, etc.)
Interpersonal skills: creates positive interactions with colleagues; actively communicates with others in a timely & professional manner; maintains good working relationship with others and peers with a team-oriented mind set. Ability to share knowledge with others to enhance collaboration
Problem Solving: identifies basic problems and fixes or escalates as required; uses fact finding to determine the best approach to solve problems; applies basic analytical thinking to clarify issues and propose solutions with sound judgement and decision-making abilities
Computer skills: Basic knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Detail-oriented/Ability to focus and complete tasks assigned in a timely manner
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
Ability to learn, understand and follow functional department Standard Operating Procedures
Ability to learn and use basic office equipment
Maintains & fosters sensitivity and respect for cultural diversity
Able to keep focused while performing repetitive tasks
Ability to work both independently (manages workload independently) and in a team environment
High school diploma or general education degree (GED): or one to three months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

One year working experience in a structured and self-directed environment preferred

Responsibilities

Clean and prepare each stone for subsequent processes in accordance with GIA procedures
Use tweezers and stoneholders to handle stones
Operate gemological devices to measure stones and collect data
Operate laser inscription device to perform requested inscription services
Prepare gemological reports after requested services have been completed by proofreading, folding, and packaging in accordance with GIA procedures
Perform ad hoc duties from various departments as daily needs arise
May use a microscope