Jewelry Production Manager

Jewelry Production Manager

jewelry manufacturing

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily production operations, ensuring quality control and timely order fulfillment
• Manage production schedules, allocate workloads, and track progress across internal teams and external manufacturers
• Coordinate with designers, CAD teams, bench jewelers, casters, and stone setters to bring designs to life
• Source and manage relationships with material suppliers and subcontractors (casting, polishing, plating, etc.)
• Maintain detailed production documentation including BOMs (Bill of Materials), cost sheets, and timelines
• Implement and enforce quality control standards across all stages of production
• Forecast inventory needs and ensure all necessary materials (metals, stones, findings) are procured on time
• Troubleshoot production issues, minimize delays, and optimize efficiency and cost
• Collaborate with sales, merchandising, and logistics teams to align production with customer demand and seasonal launches
• Maintain compliance with ethical and sustainability standards in materials and labor, where applicable
  

Requirements

• Proven experience (3+ years) in jewelry production or manufacturing management
• Strong knowledge of jewelry materials, processes (casting, stone setting, polishing), and supply chain
• Familiar with CAD/CAM and jewelry design software
• Strong vendor and supplier management experience
• Detail-oriented with a passion for craftsmanship and quality
• Experience communicating with the factory
• Understanding how to read a cad
• Knowledge in Diamonds
  

Benefits