Reference code: JR114186
Qui sommes-nous ?
Une Maison de Joaillerie & Haute Joaillerie qui valorise des savoir-faire exceptionnels dans un univers empreint de créativité, d'enchantement, de culture et de poésie !
En nous rejoignant, vous côtoierez nos experts passionnés et vous contribuerez aux différents projets qui permettent à la Maison de se réinventer régulièrement. Notre Maison recherche des personnes aux multiples talents qui contribuent à la transmission et au développement de ses expertises avec exigence et bienveillance.
Chez Van Cleef & Arpels, nous sommes fiers d’accueillir des talents aux parcours et expériences variés. Nous sommes convaincus que cette richesse de perspectives nourrit la créativité et le savoir, pour atteindre l’excellence.
Are you a good match?
For this role, we are seeking a candidate with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in all phases of jewelry repair and manufacturing. The ideal candidate should have expertise in laser welding and traditional torch soldering, as well as experience working with a microscope. Familiarity with fabrication and assembly is essential, with basic computer knowledge, including proficiency in the MS suite and effective time management. This candidate must demonstrate the ability to respond swiftly to changing workshop priorities to meet delivery timelines, maintaining strong attention to details within a workshop environment. Strong verbal, interpersonal, and communication skills are crucial, and being a team player capable of adhering to deadlines is essential. The ability to self-evaluate work in compliance with workshop protocols is also required. Experience with laser engraving is a distinct advantage, and fluency in French would be considered a plus.
What are we expecting from you?
Our Workshop Team strives to maintain the Maison’s heritage of the finest jewelry creations. We ensure the aesthetics, functionality and craftsmanship of each creation meets the standards of the Maison’s rich history & tradition. Based in our New York City Workshop, the bench jeweler will be responsible for completing after-sales alterations, adjustments and repairs in accordance with Van Cleef & Arpels quality, technical and aesthetics standards. The jeweler will also manufacture pieces from the Maison’s repetitive high jewelry (HJ) collection. The role will report directly to the Senior Manager, Workshop.
In this role, you will:
Complete after-sales service repairs including component functionality and restoration
Complete after-sales alterations & adjustments including ring sizing, chain sizing and laser engravings
Fabricate repetitive HJ pieces using handmade and semi handmade techniques with high accuracy in cast cleaning and assembly
Perform soldering using traditional torch and laser welding techniques
Knowledge of complex manufacturing and mechanisms
Perform work on 18k Gold and Platinum
Management of precious metal and workshop time management system
Meet workshop productivity, quality and delivery KPI’s
Maintain equipment assigned to workbench and in shared areas
Ensure daily compliance with workshop Health & Safety guidelines
More than a role…we recruit for a career!
By joining Van Cleef and Arpels, you will be part of a Maison where employee career development is at the heart of our ambition. Upon your arrival, you will be immersed in our enchanting world with trainings on our history, know-how as well as trainings about our creations.
The recruitment process:
Please submit an application online. If your profile matches our search criteria, you will be contacted by the Talent Acquisition team for an interview. The recruitment process will consist of several interviews at various levels of the organization. Applicants must have valid work authorization for employment in the USA. Salary will be negotiated based on skills and prior work experience.
Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees.
We Offer:
Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Richemont. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.
Expected Salary Range: $48/hr-$57/hr
This role is bonus eligible.
Salary will reflect demonstrated technical capability and alignment with our VCA Workshop standards during the bench test assessment.
