About Us

Foundrae Fine Jewelry is a renowned jewelry brand that creates modern heirlooms that allow the wearer to express their individuality. Our collection is designed to become a part of the wearer, a second skin, that reflects their personal values and identity.

Our Mission

We aim to inspire our customers to take the wisdom passed down through generations and apply it to their own lives. Our jewelry pieces are a reminder that everything we want and everything we want to be is already within us - all we need to do is claim it.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Hand Engraver to join our team. As a Hand Engraver, you will be responsible for the hand engraving of customized fine jewelry pieces using traditional hand-carving methods. You will work with tempered steel tools and have the ability to create intricate designs and lettering on various surfaces and metals.

Key Responsibilities

• Hand engrave Foundrae product in a timely manner while maintaining the highest standards of quality and accuracy.
• Ensure uniform engraving quality in lettering and design on various surfaces (flat, curved, pave, precious stones etc.) and metals (18K yellow/rose/white gold).
• Meet department turnaround time and deadline standards through utilizing an organized process and timely completion of work in the retail queue.
• Communicate any potential issues and address product quality and any engraving request concerns.
• Provide clients with digital artwork using Procreate or a similar program.
• Work closely with the client to personalize/customize orders within brand parameters.
• Master all Foundrae lettering/fonts/layouts/standards.
• Manage, maintain and update the digital library of product templates.
• Participate in-store special events, including working front and center and/or directly with clients face to face.
• Prioritize workload; in-store orders and retail queues based on needs and timelines.
• Maintain inventory of tools and the integrity/quality of equipment.
• Special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years previous hand engraving experience ideally within fine jewelry.
• Minimum of high school diploma/equivalent.
• Expertise of classic hand engraving lettering and fonts.
• Must be confident and experienced working in 18K gold metal.
• Proficient in stippling/shading techniques.
• Must be able to perform basic engraving repairs.
• Must possess excellent tool control to ensure accuracy and excessive repair work.
• Experience in Procreate for digital samples strongly preferred.
• Basic iPad skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work non-standard hours during holiday and peak seasons.
• Potential and flexibility for travel may be required.

Benefits

The appointed candidate will be offered an hourly rate between $38.00, a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, short and long-term disability, various paid time off programs, employee discount/perks and retirement plan.

Our Company's Values

• We value people: we want each other to be the best versions of who we can be.
• We value our relationships with our employees, suppliers and community.
• We value diversity and promote inclusivity with our words, actions and images.
• We value professional development and personal growth.
• We value community service and philanthropy.
• We value and foster creativity and self-expression.
• We value accountability for ourselves and the collective and show integrity through all our interactions.
• We value storytelling and reading.