Job Description

Job Title Goldsmith

Type: Full Time

Location: Abbotsford, BC

Wage ($/hr): $22.00/HR

Job Description:

Experience and Skills:

• Completion of secondary school is required.
• Previous experience is considered as an asset

Job Duties:

Metalworking: Mastering various metalworking techniques, including forging, casting, soldering, and engraving, to manipulate precious metals into desired shapes and forms.

Jewelry Design: Creating unique and aesthetically pleasing jewelry designs, often based on client preferences or original concepts.

Customization: Collaborating with clients to turn their ideas and requests into custom-made jewelry pieces, considering design, materials, and budget.

Repair and Restoration: Skillfully repairing damaged or worn jewelry by soldering, resetting gemstones, and restoring their original beauty.

Gemstone Setting: Precisely setting gemstones into jewelry pieces, ensuring they are secure and properly aligned for both aesthetics and durability.

Quality Control: Conducting meticulous inspections to guarantee that each piece meets quality standards, is free of defects, and aligns with client expectations.

Precious Metal Knowledge: Deep understanding of the properties of different precious metals, their suitability for various applications, and the creation of unique alloys.

Customer Interaction: Communicating with clients to understand their preferences, providing cost estimates, and offering expert advice on design and material choices.

Business Operations: For those running their own businesses, managing inventory, pricing, marketing, and staying informed about industry trends.

Safety and Sustainability: Handling hazardous materials and chemicals with strict safety measures and considering environmental sustainability in practices like recycling and responsible material sourcing.

Continuous Learning: Keeping up-to-date with the latest industry trends, techniques, and technologies to maintain skills and competitiveness in the field.

How To Apply:

By email: [email protected]

Required languages: English

Required languages: English

Education level: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience

Required skills: 7 months to one year

Closest intersection: abbotsford