Finishing Room Operator

JK Findings is a global jewelry component manufacturer and wholesaler located in Rochester, NY. Our customers, located in over 48 countries, entrust us as a key supplier of quality components and supplies. In our Upstate New York headquarters, we house some of the most advanced equipment available to produce new and unique components for the jewelry industry.

The Finishing Room Operator ensures manufactured jewelry components meet appearance and handling standards by preparing parts for final use. In this mid-level, onsite role in Rochester, NY, you will operate finishing equipment and follow established methods to support consistent, high-quality output.

Key responsibilities include:

• Clean, polish, deburr, and shine manufactured product using approved solutions, procedures, and machines
• Set up and run finishing processes while monitoring quality and throughput
• Organize work, prioritize multiple items, and communicate status or issues to the team

Required qualifications/skills:

• Good organizational skills and the ability to multitask
• Proficient mechanical abilities
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

JK Findings offers a comprehensive package designed to support your health, financial goals, and time away from work: 100% Employer Paid Medical (single plan), Dental, and Vision coverage; 401(k);
Life Insurance;
Health Savings Account (HSA);
Paid Time Off; and a Competitive Salary. Additional perks include a Snack/Drink Room, Employee Discounts, Growth & Development opportunities, and a Student Loan Repayment Match.

As a Finishing Room Operator, your day follows a steady Monday–Thursday schedule (5:40 a.m.–4:10 p.m.), with Friday overtime when needed. You’ll start by reviewing the day’s priorities, gathering parts and materials, and confirming the correct solutions and machine settings. Throughout the shift, you’ll move batches through the finishing area, perform routine checks for consistency in surface appearance, and document any exceptions for follow-up.

You’ll coordinate closely with coworkers to keep work flowing, maintain an orderly workspace, and wrap up by staging completed items for the next step.