Wax Assembly Operative

Company

JewelCast

Location

Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham

Salary

Competitive depending on experience

Type

Permanent, full time

Published

Deadline

Wax Assembly Operative

JewelCast

Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham

Precision work. Full training provided. Jewellery experience not essential.

JewelCast is a leading precious metal casting company and end-to-end jewellery manufacturer, proudly based in the heart of Birmingham’s historic Jewellery Quarter.

We provide a comprehensive range of in-house services, including CAD design, 3D printing, and mould cutting, complemented by fully bespoke stone setting and expert finishing.

We support our customers with projects from initial concept through to final production, ensuring exceptional quality at every stage.

Our site features modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment across all departments. We continually invest in the latest technology to enhance efficiency, precision, and craftsmanship—enabling us to deliver outstanding service and results for our customers.

About the Role

Are you good with your hands and proud of producing careful, accurate work?

We are looking for a practical and reliable person to join our casting team and learn the specialist skill of wax assembly.

You do not need previous jewellery or casting experience. What matters most is excellent manual dexterity, attention to detail, patience and a positive approach to learning.

Full training will be provided.

What you will do

Attach small wax components and patterns to runners and sprues
Position and space components accurately on a wax tree
Create clean, secure wax joints
Build complete wax trees ready for the next stage of casting
Handle delicate components carefully to prevent damage or distortion
Check finished work for quality and consistency
Work efficiently with the casting team to meet production requirements

What we are looking for

Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
Patience and concentration when completing delicate or repetitive work
The ability to follow instructions and learn new skills quickly
A reliable and punctual approach to work
A positive attitude and the ability to work well under pressure
A supportive team player who takes pride in their work

Experience

Jewellery experience is not essential.

Experience in precision assembly, craft work, model making, dental laboratory work, manufacturing or any role involving small and delicate components may be helpful.

Why this role could be right for you

If you enjoy practical work, have steady hands and gain satisfaction from getting the details right, this is an opportunity to learn specialist skills and become a valued member of a busy Production Team.

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience
Flexible working hours
In-house service discounts
Training and skills development opportunities
Company pension
25 days holiday and 1 extra day holiday for your birthday
Annual staff events/parties

How to Apply

To apply for the role, please send your CV and cover letter to us using the application form below.

If your application is successful, we will ask you to come in for an interview.

We look forward to hearing from you!

About JewelCast

JewelCast began in 2001 there was a gap in the market for a good quality casting company who could serve the jewellery trade.

We are very lucky to call the historic Jewellery Quarter in Birmingham our home and we are proud to be a part of a wonderful community and trade.

Since we started, we have continued to grow and evolve which has allowed us to adapt to the ever-changing market and needs of our customers and seen us invest in and embrace new technology such as 3D printing.

For us customer service is at the heart of everything we do, and we want our customers to feel valued and to know that we are always here to help.

We pride ourselves on the quality of our castings with thorough Quality Control checks throughout the casting process and with staff who are extremely knowledgeable and with a passion for what they do.

www.jewelcast.co.uk

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