Diamond Grader Associate

Oceanside CA

Description

Diamond Grader Associate (Day Shift) - We offer a competitive benefits package and professional development opportunities! __________________________________________________________________________________________ APPLY HERE: Do you like detailed work that emphasizes quality and precision? Are you self-motivated? Do you have the ability to grasp new information quickly? Would you like to receive paid on-the-job training and begin a career grading diamonds at the GIA Laboratory? We are an established company located in Carlsbad, California that offers its employees a competitive benefits package and great educational and developmental opportunities. The Company: Founded in 1931, GIA is the world’s foremost authority in gemology. An independent, nonprofit organization, GIA protects the public trust in gems and jewelry by providing the education, research, and standards that consumers and the jewelry industry rely on to make informed purchase decisions. The Location: Carlsbad, CA. This position is fully on-site located in our laboratory. The Job Title: Diamond Grader Associate Work Hours: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Monday through Friday Start Date: August 9, 2021 We offer medical, dental and vision coverage and 401-K with company match Paid vacation, sick and holidays, tuition assistance, commuter benefits Responsibilities: -Performing the initial examination of diamonds submitted to the GIA Laboratory for Diamond Grading Reports -Accurate identification and documentation of clarity characteristics on a plot diagram, assigning polish, symmetry, and clarity grades within the GIA Diamond Grading System -An intensive three (3) month to (6) month training period provides hands-on individualized training incorporating GIA Laboratory policies, procedures, and established guidelines in the documentation of pertinent data for the GIA Laboratory Diamond Grading Report -Ability to get along with a diverse group of individuals -Ability to work with binocular microscopes and use tweezers -Detail-minded with good concentration skills -Proven ability to accept and learn from constructive criticism and feedback -Basic computer skills required Education and Experience: -We encourage candidates in the following industries to apply: production, food/beverage hospitality, manufacturing, art/media/design, healthcare, and science/biotech. -High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. -Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university with major in Earth Sciences preferred (earth sciences, geology, chemistry, biology, physics) -Must complete GIA Graduate Diamonds Program within 9 months of training start date (company paid) -One year working experience in a fast paced, independent oriented environment desired. -Must be available during entire 8 to 12 week training period. After the training, we will offer flexible shifts such as day or evening shift. *Sponsorship for a work VISA is not available for this position Why Should You Apply? Great benefits! Reasonable hours that provide work-life balance! Professional development opportunities! Great educational opportunities! We are seeking candidates with determination, great attitude and problem-solving skills to join our team! Application & Interview Process for Selected Candidates: Application Reviewed Video Introduction Interview Request Interactive Video Interview with a Lab Leader Technical Interview On-site with Lab Tour Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly seated. The employee is required to use pinch grip and, repetitive, fine finger and hand motions throughout the day. The employee is required to reach forward constantly, and occasionally upward and downward with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to talk and converse on a one-to-one basis; the employee is occasionally required to listen, and hear verbal conversations and commands. The employee is required to stand and walk short distances infrequently. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships), and Color Vision (D-Z and Fancy Color- Ability to identify and distinguish colors). ______________________________________________________________________________________ APPLY HERE: Disclaimer: This job description indicates in general terms, the type and level of work performed as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification and it may be changed by management at any time. Other duties may also apply. Nothing in this job description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Company and its employees.