United States
Sector
Keyword
Auto Blocker
Diamond Cutter
Minimum Preferably 10th
Certified training for Auto Blocker (programme aligned to G&J/Q4606 released by Gem & Jewellery Skills Council of India)
A minimum of 6 months of work experience/on-the-job training in diamond processing units
The task an Auto Blocker is expected to perform include: Using the auto-blocking machine to create the base 4 or 8 bottom and top facets
Knowledge and understanding of the cuts, shapes, clarity, carat and physical characteristics of a diamond
Basic understanding of the equipment and tools involved and their repair work
Ability to use an eye glass Knowledge of other techniques of rough cutting
Good understanding of proportions/symmetry
Dexterity of the hands
Good eyesight
Visualisation capabilities
Patience
Ability to work independently
Good communication skills
Team spirit
Multi-tasking ability
Decision-making skills
Observational skills
Integrity
It is partly a bench job
Need not handle a team
Travelling is not required
Part-time work and contractual work is available
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Most companies usually work for 6 days a week and 8 hours every day. This may vary from company to company. Shift system may be available in some organizations.Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?No
This job is not listed as hazardous or dangerous
One may develop occupational hazards like minor injuries and physical fatigue from working for long hours, eye strain and accidents with tools
Health risks include working with sharp tools
For freshers - 8,000 per month
For candidates with 1/2 yearsexperience - 10,000 to 12,000 per month
For candidates with over 2 yearsexperience - 20,000 to 25,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
As per the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council, the value of exports in the year 2013-14 was USD 35 billion. The market size of the industry is expected to rise by leaps and bounds by 2020 considering India is the global leader in the diamond processing industry. Diamonds cut and polished in India are of world-class quality. 11 out of 12 diamonds set in jewellery globally are cut and polished in India. This means there will always be a need for Auto Blocker.
Diamond processing units in India and abroad
Maximum number of job openings are available in Surat, Bhavnagar and Ahmedabad.
Diamond processing units are also mushrooming in Mumbai, Trichur and Coimbatore.
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Indian Diamond Institute
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