Mounter (Weston Beamor)

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Mounter to join our team of expert craftspeople. In this role, you will be responsible for the intricate finishing and refinement of jewellery made from precious metals. Your expertise will be key in delivering product to exacting standards and achieving flawless results. You will work on both bespoke commissions and high-volume production, ensuring precise adherence to design specifications whilst meeting customer deadlines.

This is an opportunity for a seasoned professional to work with cutting-edge technologies like CAD, 3D printing, and laser welding, as well as collaborate closely with designers to bring concepts to life with impeccable detail and craftsmanship

Role Responsibilities

• Work from detailed technical CAD drawings and product specifications, to produce jewellery pieces that meet exacting finishing standards and dimensional tolerances.
• De-sprue, buff and solder cast components to create high end bridal jewellery,  you will be adept at assembling multi-part mounts using a combination of flame and laser welding techniques to provide seamless joins.
• Work independently to meet daily targets and maintain production workflow.
• Review and assess 3D printed models, offering precise time estimates and actionable feedback to CAD designers for any necessary adjustments to support exceptional design creation for bespoke and production pieces.
• Use advanced laser techniques for resizing, repairing, and finishing rings, ensuring a flawless outcome with minimal disruption to the piece's integrity.
• Polish, refine, and finish pieces to the highest aesthetic standards, ensuring no detail is overlooked.
• Perform daily casting checks to support the delivery of high quality cast product to our customers, tasks include laser repairs, de-sprue and buffing.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment, ensuring that tools and equipment are in excellent condition and ready for use at all times.

Candidate Requirements- Behaviours & Competencies

Communication Skills:

• Verbal: Clear, confident, and professional communication with colleagues in your team and internal departments.
• Written: Good email and documentation skills.

Adaptability & Resilience:

• Ability to stay calm and professional under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Teamwork & Collaboration:

• A proactive team player who fosters a positive work environment and collaborates effectively with colleagues across departments.

Attention to Detail:

• Ensuring precision and high-quality mounting of components with timely turnaround.

Problem-Solving & Initiative:

• Proactively identifying potential issues in the mounting or assembly process, proposing solutions, and taking the initiative to improve techniques and workflow.

Time Management & Organisation:

• Ability to prioritise tasks effectively, meet deadlines, and maintain high levels of productivity without compromising quality.

Qualifications and Education

• Extensive experience in jewellery bench work, with a particular focus on production from castings, finishing, and intricate handcrafting.
• Advanced knowledge of soldering techniques and laser welding.
• Strong understanding of CAD and 3D printing methods, with experience reviewing and refining digital models.

Other details

Location:

• Birmingham (3-8 Vyse Street, Hockley, Birmingham, B18 6LT)

Salary:

• Negotiable/dependent on experience

Working Hours:               

• 37.5 hours per week, 07:15 am to 15:15 pm or 08:00 am to 16:00 pm

Benefits:             

• 24 days per annum, plus 8 bank holidays (increasing incrementally by 1 day at 3, 6 & 9 years' service to a total of 27 days)
• Holiday exchange- ability to buy or sell an additional 5 days holiday per year
• Workplace pension with Scottish Widows
• Life assurance (paying out 4 x gross annual salary)
• Profit related bonus scheme
• Health benefits, including access to a health care cash plan with BHSF and an employee assistance program + GP appointments via Sage Benefits application
• Retail discounts via Sage Benefits application.
• Interest free loans for parking permits.
• Staff assisted purchase scheme- enabling staff to purchase products and repay over 12 months, interest free.
• Eye test vouchers with Specsavers
• Cycle to work scheme

About the company

Working with a broad spectrum of customers for over 70 years has made Weston Beamor one of the most respected and trusted names in the jewellery industry.

From precious metal casting to the creation of bespoke masterpieces, Weston Beamor consistently delivers an unwavering standard of service. Each piece we create is crafted with meticulous care, blending traditional and innovative production techniques.

For more than seven decades, we've had the privilege of collaborating with a diverse array of customers, forging relationships throughout the jewellery industry and beyond. Our passion for quality and commitment to trust have become the cornerstone of our reputation.

To apply

If you are interested in joining the team, or have any questions about the role, we would love to hear from you. You can either send your CV to Tala at recruitment@domino-wb.co.uk or contact Emma (Weston Beamor manager) on 07785 224 411.