Job Overview
Jewelry empowers. It is extremely personal and an affirmation of what we value most. HAVERHILL is an emerging luxury fine jewelry designer and manufacturer based out of Warren, RI; we specialize in highly personalized birthstone jewelry with a bold promise of a 1-3 day turnaround time to our customers.
Guided by the timeless style of New England, rooted in a family tradition of making jewelry that stretches back to the 1800s, and committed to cutting-edge industry advancement - HAVERHILL’s designs are both timeless and modern.
At HAVERHILL, you will work and thrive in an energizing work environment. You will become an integral part of HAVERHILL’s vibrant team and discover the right fit for you.
HAVERHILL is a small, rapidly growing company seeking new team members who want to be part of an exciting opportunity. You will work on projects that you’ll love, with people that you’ll enjoy - in an open and fun environment. We are a cohesive organization with strong camaraderie as we work hard and laugh at the same time.
We are now seeking a full-time Fine Jewelry Polisher for a year-round position on our team of high-performing, collaborative jewelers.
Summary
As a Fine Jewelry Polisher, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the beauty and quality of our jewelry pieces. You will be responsible for meticulously polishing, cleaning, and finishing each piece to perfection, ensuring it meets our uncompromising standards of excellence. This position requires a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the artistry of fine jewelry.
Responsibilities
- Polishing and Finishing: Perform precision polishing and finishing on a wide variety of jewelry pieces, including rings, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.
- Quality Control: Inspect jewelry pieces for imperfections, scratches, or other blemishes and rectify them to meet quality standards.
- Maintain Equipment: Regularly clean and maintain polishing equipment and tools to ensure their optimal performance
- Safety Protocols: Follow safety protocols to protect yourself and maintain the integrity of the jewelry pieces being worked on.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other team members, including jewelers and supervisors, to ensure a seamless and efficient production process. Work in a team environment maintaining a positive and respectful workplace. Comply with policies and procedures while maintaining professional conduct at all times.
- Record Keeping: Maintain detailed records of work performed, quality control checks, and any issues encountered.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify and suggest process improvements to enhance the efficiency and quality of the polishing and finishing processes.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Proven experience as a Fine Jewelry Polisher with a demonstrated track record of working on high-end jewelry pieces.
- Attention to Detail Exceptional attention to detail and a passion for maintaining the highest quality standards
- Knowledge of Materials Familiarity with various jewelry materials, including precious metals (e.g., 14K white and yellow gold primarily, limited work with silver) and both natural and sustainably created gemstones and diamonds.
- Equipment Proficiency: Proficient in working with polishing tools and equipment such as polishing wheels, compounds, and ultrasonic cleaners.
- Safety Awareness: Strong commitment to safety protocols and the ability to handle and store hazardous materials properly
- Team Player: Excellent teamwork and communication skills, able to collaborate effectively in a creative and fast-paced environment.
At HAVERHILL, our mission is to help everyone find their place in the world. This means we continually celebrate the diverse community different individuals cultivate. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. As an equal-opportunity employer, we stay true to our mission by ensuring that our place can be anyone’s place.
Additional Position Details
Reports to: Lead Fine Jewelry Polisher
Typical Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7 AM - 3:30 PM.
Status: Full-Time (Minimum 30 hours per week, overtime up to 60 hours per week including weekend work is required in April, May, November & December).
Benefits: Paid Time Off, Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), Company Sponsored 401k with employer match, generous employee discount, and more!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Warren, RI 02885 (Required)
Work Location: In person
