Jewelry Manufacturer
じゅえりーせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical profession handling prototype creation to finishing of precious metals and jewelry. Manufactures accessories and decorative items through high-precision manual work.
Description
Jewelry manufacturers create prototypes from wax or metal sheets based on designers' drawings or 3D models, obtain shapes through lost-wax casting or forging, and handle finishing processes such as pickling, polishing, engraving, and stone setting. They understand the properties of materials like gold-silver alloys, platinum, and gemstones, and use tools (loupe, engraving chisels, polishing machines, etc.) to maintain high precision. Work is common in production lines or small workshops, requiring quality inspections, delivery management, and coordination with designers and gem appraisers.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of handmade high-value-added products and D2C brands, demand for artisans with handcraft skills remains stable. Amid advances in automation and AI technologies, jewelry manufacturers with traditional and highly specialized skills continue to be sought after.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and skilled at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Contract Manufacturing / Factory Employment / OEM Manufacturing / Self-employed Freelance / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice/Assistant → Junior Crafter → Senior Crafter → Master Jeweler → Workshop Owner/Independent
Required Skills
Basic Metal Processing Knowledge / Engraving Technology / Polishing Technology / Precision Metal Processing Technology / Stone Setting Technology / Tool Operation
Recommended Skills
3D Modeling / Basic Gemology Knowledge / Color Theory Knowledge / Jewelry Design / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because precision is required in detailed work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Precious Metal Ornament Manufacturing Technician (Grades 1-3)
Aliases
- Accessory Artisan
- Jewelry Artisan
- Jewelry Processor
Related Jobs
- Accessory Manufacturer
- Engraver
- Jewelry Designer
- Metal Processor