Factory Manager

The successful applicant will be responsible for the day to day operations of our diamond polishing atelier in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan Canada.

The successful applicant is expected to meet the following criteria:

• English and Microsoft office proficiency.
• A strong leader- yet has a teachable demeanor and be able to follow as well as delegate instructions. The applicant will be good at conflict resolution skills to maintain employee harmony.
• 10 years’ experience in diamond factory management; and
• 15 years of diamond cutting and polishing experience, including mechanical sawing, bruting, blocking, polishing and diamond grading.

GIA or HRD Diamond Grading Diploma required as the candidate will be expected to complete his/her AGS Credentials.

Reporting the Chief Executive and Operating Officer(s), the candidate should:

• Possess sound knowledge of rough diamonds, rough maximization and diamond marking.
• Possess sound knowledge of Sarin, OGI and/or Helium rough scanning, inclusion plotting and cut projection experience. Knowledge of related laser operations is preferable.
• Adept in the cutting of round, fancy as well as proprietary shapes to AGS 000 and/or GIA Triple Excellent standards in order to lead effectively.
• Ensure that inventory is accounted for and that the proprietary inventory tracking protocols are strictly adhered to.
• Possess the necessary skills to assist employees in every aspect of the production cycle to remedy problems and do remedial training where necessary.
• Able to inspect all work during the production process to ensure maximum value and quality and be capable to assess cut grade using Sarin, OGI or Helium scanners.
  • Knowledge of GemCad would be advantageous
  • Knowledge of diamond automation in particular the Dialit blocking and polishing systems would be advantageous.
• Adept in controlling work flow between various departments to avoid any bottle necks or vacuums, and possess sound knowledge of ancillary maintenance equipment including the control consumer supplies and be able to request timely ordering of consumables and parts.
• The candidate must be in good health and must have no substance addictions (caffeine is permissible, even recommended).
• Preference is given to Canadian Citizens and/or Permanent Residents.

Remuneration:

– Commensurate with experience.

Priority is given to individuals with current Canadian status (citizen, permanent resident and/or temporary foreign workers with work permit). Should we be unable to find a suitably experience Canada in Canada, we will contact the short-list of international applicants. Foreign applicants will need to determine whether they would be eligible to work and/live in Canada.