Fine Jewelry Quality Assurance Specialist

About MadaLuxe Group:

MadaLuxe is a partner for the world’s most coveted brands and retailers. Across our fashion, lifestyle, and venture tech divisions, we distribute premium brands to major retailers around the world - investing in and developing brands, products, and technology where we see growing demand. Our platform is constantly evolving and expanding to meet the changing needs of the luxury consumer.

Our exclusive relationships, luxury expertise, operational excellence, and tech prowess are unmatched. As an end-to-end growth partner, we support our family of brands with everything from back-office and logistics support to marketing, distribution, and growth strategies. With 15 years of sustained growth and experience, we continue to innovate and build the future of luxury that we envision.

MadaLuxe takes major stake in Ippolita jewelry brand!

About IPPOLITA:

Founded in 1999 by artist and designer Ippolita Rostagno, IPPOLITA is a fine jewelry brand created by a woman for women. Known for its sculptural forms, organic silhouettes, and modern femininity, the brand has redefined luxury jewelry through an artful balance of beauty, wearability, and craftsmanship. Each piece reflects Ippolita’s belief that jewelry should be both expressive and empowering - an everyday celebration of individuality.

Position Overview

MadaLuxe is seeking a skilled Quality Assurance Specialist to conduct quality analyses on precious metals, diamonds, colored gemstones, and overall production/design standards to ensure they meet the required needs of IPPOLITA’s final products. The Quality Assurance Specialist will review all incoming production deliveries and ad hoc projects as needed in a timely and efficient manner. The Quality Assurance Specialist should have prior experience in grading precious metals, gemstones, and finished goods with a strong adherence to deadlines. This position is fully on-site at our headquarters location in Seal Beach, CA

• Lead initial production approval process including evaluation of merchandise, documentation, analysis, and communication of evaluation results.
• Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for QA procedures to be used by IPPOLITA team.
• Perform XRF Analysis on incoming components and finished goods.
• Research and resolve special projects related to specific product and process defects. Work closely with Repairs, Returns, Product Development, Design, Manufacturing, and Operations teams.
• Audit in-process and finished good products at contractors and suppliers as needed.
• Assist in documentation of defects and communication with contractors and suppliers.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years jewelry experience preferred
• GIA or similar gemology certification preferred
• Experienced working as part of a team
• Knowledge of jewelry manufacturing and inspection processes
• Must be able to understand design spec sheets
• Attention to detail with ability to work on long-term and short-term projects, including the ability to inspect merchandise for corrective action purposes as required
• Strong organizational and written communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive, self-motivated working style are required
• Ability to work on multiple projects