Quality Control Associate – Fine Jewelry

Location: Midtown Manhattan, NY
Pay Rate: $25–$27/hour
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Work Arrangement: 100% On-site
Start Date: Immediate

Position Overview

An established luxury jewelry and e-commerce company is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Associate to inspect diamonds and finished fine jewelry pieces. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in the jewelry industry who enjoys hands-on work in a production environment.

Prior jewelry experience is a plus, but entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply. Training will be provided for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Inspect diamonds and finished fine jewelry for quality, defects, and workmanship.
• Ensure jewelry meets established quality standards throughout the production process.
• Identify imperfections and communicate quality concerns to the QC Manager and production team.
• Work closely with jewelers, setters, and production staff to maintain product quality.
• Inspect jewelry following cleaning, polishing, and finishing processes.
• Help ensure finished pieces are ready for the next stage of production or delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and an eye for quality.
• Interest in diamonds, fine jewelry, or jewelry manufacturing.
• Previous quality control, inspection, manufacturing, or jewelry experience is a plus.
• GIA Diamond Identification knowledge or certification is preferred.
• Ability to work in a hands-on, production-oriented environment.
• Willingness to learn and receive training.

Work Environment

• 100% on-site in Midtown Manhattan.
• Work in a dedicated quality control area separate from the main production floor.
• The role may involve exposure to rhodium and other chemicals used in jewelry cleaning, washing, and polishing. Appropriate workplace air filtration is provided.
• Candidates must be comfortable working in this environment.

Interview Process

• Resume review.
• One-hour on-site interview, including a brief practical assessment.
• Background check.

For a faster response, please send your resume to jcanabal@ascendo.com

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Josh Canabal