Senior lapidary specializing in rubies

As part of the development of our colored stone cutting and processing workshop, we are looking for a Senior Lapidary specializing in ruby work.

The candidate will be responsible for the cutting, optimization, and quality control of high-value rubies intended for jewelry and fine jewelry. The position requires advanced technical expertise, an excellent understanding of the gemological characteristics of corundum, and a high level of aesthetic standards.

• Perform the pre-shaping, cutting and polishing of natural and treated rubies.
• Optimize material yield while maximizing the beauty and commercial value of the stones.
• Identify and take into account:
  • inclusions,
  • crystallographic axes,
  • color zoning,
  • internal tensions,
  • risk of breakage.
• Define the appropriate sizing guidelines for each raw material.
• Checking the quality of the finished stones:
  • symmetry,
  • proportions,
  • polite,
  • shine,
  • color uniformity.
• Working with standard and complex sizes:
  • oval,
  • cushion,
  • pear,
  • emerald,
  • fancy sizes.
• Collaborating with the gemology, purchasing and jewelry teams.
• Ensure the maintenance and adjustment of pruning equipment.
• Participate in the transmission of know-how and the training of junior lapidaries.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and workshop safety procedures.

Experience

• Minimum 8 to 10 years of experience in lapidary work.
• Proven expertise in cutting high-end rubies.
• Experience in a jewelry or high jewelry environment is highly valued.

Technical skills

• Advanced mastery of corundum cutting and polishing techniques.
• Excellent gemological knowledge of rubies:
  • origins,
  • heat treatments,
  • optical characteristics.
• Ability to work with high-value stones with a very high level of precision.
• Mastery of lapidary tools and machines.
• Keen sense of detail and aesthetics.

Personal qualities

• Patience and meticulousness.
• High concentration.
• Sense of responsibility.
• Autonomy and rigor.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Absolute respect for the confidentiality and traceability of the stones.

• Training in lapidary, gemology or artistic crafts.
• Gemological certification is appreciated.

• Attractive salary depending on profile and experience.
• High-end working environment.
• Participation in exceptional jewelry projects.
• Opportunities for development and transmission of know-how.

Please send:

• RESUME,
• portfolio or examples of work,
• professional references,