About us
Krekeler Jewelers is an 86 year old, three generation family jewelry store in Farmington, MO. We are professional, agile and our goal is to add to our awesome team committed to providing five star experiences for every customer and every opportunity.
As members of the two largest jewelry buying groups (IJO and RJO) in the US, we are committed to utililzing technology and tradition to maximize customer satisfaction.
```Job Summary```
We are seeking a skilled Bench Jeweler to join our team. As a Jeweler, you will be responsible for fabricating, assembling and repairing jewelry pieces using a variety of hand and power tools. Your attention to detail and mechanical knowledge will be crucial in ensuring the quality and precision of our jewelry creations.
```Duties```
- Fabricate and assemble jewelry pieces according to design specifications
- Use hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment to repair, refurbish and create jewelry
- Set gemstones into jewelry settings
- Repair damaged or broken jewelry pieces
- Clean and maintain jewelry-making equipment
- Collaborate with designers and other team members to bring creative visions to life
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols
```Skills```
To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills:
- Proficiency in fabricating and assembling jewelry pieces
- Mechanical knowledge to operate hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment (laser welder)
- Attention to detail to ensure the precision and quality of jewelry creations
- Ability to work with various materials, such as gold, silver, platinum, gemstones, etc.
- Knowledge of different jewelry-making techniques and processes
- Strong problem-solving skills to address any issues or challenges that may arise during the repair and fabrication process
If you are passionate about creating beautiful jewelry pieces and have the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. Join our team of talented jewelers and contribute to our mission of crafting exquisite jewelry for our valued customers.
Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position's duties and responsibilities. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on business needs.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus opportunities
Experience:
- Bench Jeweler: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Farmington, MO 63640: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person