Technical Jewelry Manager

Summary Lead technical jewelry development and production for High Jewelry and Fine Jewelry collections, providing cross‑functional leadership to ensure technical feasibility, aesthetic fidelity, and the highest standards of quality. Serve as a strategic partner to the Director to industrialize designs, allocate workloads, and drive continuous improvement in workshop processes. Oversee day‑to‑day technical operations and support project success from design through production. Responsibilities Assess product designs for technical feasibility, volume translation, and quality standards. Develop and maintain technical documentation, tooling solutions, and industrialization processes. Collaborate with operations to define estimates, set priorities, and allocate workloads to meet deadlines and cost targets. Provide production technical support, monitor manufacturing processes, and report on progress. Coordinate technical QC with Setters, Polishers, CAD, and Quality Control to prevent and resolve issues. Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues. Train and guide teams to achieve target quality standards and operational excellence. Preserve and develop traditional techniques and integrate new methods into workshop practices. Serve as liaison across design, CAD, jewelry, setting and polishing teams to harmonize technical expertise. Requirements 5 years of relevant experience in a High Jewelry environment. Proven team leadership and ability to manage confidential information. Strong technical acumen in product development, aesthetics, proportion, and manufacturing processes. Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently, be proactive, and collaborate cross‑functionally. Comprehensive knowledge of High Jewelry traditions, standards, and industry codes. Familiarity with CAD is a plus and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr brobstongroup.com - Jobboard