Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers

Design, create, or repair jewelry.

Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers design, create, adjust, repair, or appraise jewelry made from precious stones or metals. They may cut gems and polish diamonds.

Wages	$23.34 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Fair
Education & Training	High School or less is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Data not available
On the Job	Work Activities Design jewelry or decorative objects. Design tools, fixtures, or other devices for production equipment. Design jewelry or decorative objects. Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications. Evaluate quality of materials or products. Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications. Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes. Adjust position of molds during processing. Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly. Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products.
Career Pathways	Production
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