Keyword

Filer and Assembler

Jewellery Assembler

Jewellery Filer

Minimum Not applicable

Certified training for Filer and Assembler (programme aligned to G&J/Q 2909 released by the Gem & Jewellery Skills Council of India)

Minimum 6 monthswork experience/on-the-job training

The tasks a Filer and Assembler is expected to perform include: Removing sprues from the cast jewellery piece and rectifying casting defects

Knowledge of different types of abrasives for filing

Knowledge of different types of casting defects such as porosity, blisters, bubbles, cracks, etc. Knowledge of various jewellery grinding, filing and assembling processes

Knowledge of required quality standards Understanding of potential work hazards, particularly, when using soldering torch, tumbler hand and machine tools

Ability to use different types of tools for different end results

Ability to achieve finish as per design requirement with minimum precious metal, diamond and stone loss

Ability to match design to piece

Ability to assemble different parts of jewellery piece with required flexibility and durability

Not applicable

Patience

Ability to work independently

Good communication skills

Team spirit

Multi-tasking ability

Decision-making skills

Attention to detail

Integrity

It is 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?Yes

This job is not listed as hazardous or dangerous

One may develop occupational hazards like minor burns and cuts if not taken care of

For freshers - 8,000 per month

For candidates with 1/2 yearsexperience - 10,000 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

The industry is finding it more and more difficult to hire skilled professionals. There is a shortage of skilled workers for the cluster. It is expected that the gem and jewellery industry would have the potential to employ about 8 million persons by 2022. This means there will be an increase in the demand for Filer and Assembler.

Casting units across India, especially Mumbai

Casting units across India, especially Mumbai