Setter-Level 3

Founded in New York in 1837, Tiffany & Co. is the world’s premier jeweler and America’s house of design. An iconic brand with a rich and storied heritage, Tiffany is a global manufacturer and retailer of jewelry and luxury accessories.

At Tiffany & Co., fine craftsmanship means embedding social and environmental integrity throughout the manufacturing process—from sourcing our raw materials to cutting and polishing our diamonds to crafting our jewelry. Today, we craft the majority of our jewelry products in our internal workshops and facilities, with nearly 1,500 in-house artisans. To learn more about Tiffany & Co. as well as its commitment to sustainability, please visit www.tiffany.com/sustainability.

Careers at Tiffany & Co. come in many styles. All require a passion for excellence, driving an inclusive culture, a commitment to the highest standards of professionalism, and respect for the bold elegance of our global brand. Working with us will challenge you to achieve your very best. Consider the opportunity to join us now.

Position Overview:

Setter 3 will perform duties associated with the manufacture of non-complex and complex precious jewelry using materials and instructions supplied by Tiffany & Co. to meet production and quality standards within prescribed level 3 specifications. Primarily working on different types of stone setting techniques using diamonds, colored gemstones, and precious metals.

Key Accountabilities:

• Work safely at all times by consistently following safe work procedures for the position, as well as all safety procedures required at your worksite.
• Promptly report all incidents and safety issues to your supervisor/manager.
• Must demonstrate the skill to set diamonds, Super high-value ‘D shape’, fancy stones above .50ct, and colored precious stones above 5mm and below 9 MOHS according to Tiffany & Co.’s quality standards, including, but not limited to, setting pieces evenly on plane (in cases of multiple stones); taking proper care as not to damage stones
• Perform setting process; deliver clean work in a timely manner, in keeping with the department’s efficiencies.
• Must be able to follow stone layout diagram with bead map
• Work in a team environment, maintaining a positive and respectful workplace.
• Performs other duties as may be required
• Maintain 5S housekeeping programs.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years’ experience in the areas required: Prong setting and burnishing or has demonstrated the ability and skill set of a Setter 3
• Experience in the following areas: Platinum, 18KT, Super High-value, Fancy shapes, and colored stones
• Understanding of the following tools: burs, gravers, burnishers, and other jewelry-related tools
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills and resolutions
• Ability to adapt to change for the needs of the company; flexibility is important
• Ability to work in a high volume fast-paced work atmosphere
• Ability to work overtime and weekend overtime as business needs arise
• Must understand company safety: wear safety glasses; utilize Plexiglas shield when setting, grinding, or sharpening tools and proper procedure when handling chemicals when boiling out work
• Must be able to communicate with management and peers.