Diamond Quality Controller — Fine Jewellery
Cartier — Paris: Diamond Quality Controller (Fine Jewellery, Alternance). Apprenticeship in diamond grading and quality assurance within Cartier's Paris ateliers.
Overview
Cartier is a preeminent maison of high jewellery and watches, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, exacting standards and timeless design. As part of the Richemont group, Cartier combines heritage ateliers with global retail and manufacturing operations, offering technical training and career pathways within luxury goods production and quality assurance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Inspect and grade diamonds for colour, clarity, cut and carat weight against Cartier’s internal quality standards.
- Perform visual and instrumental examinations using loupe, microscope and basic gemmological testing equipment.
- Record inspection findings, complete quality-control documentation and escalate non-conforming items to senior gemologists.
- Support production and repair teams by verifying stones prior to setting and during finishing processes.
- Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives to refine inspection protocols and reduce rejection rates.
Qualifications
- Enrolment in an alternance/apprenticeship programme or vocational course in gemmology, jewellery making or materials science.
- Strong visual acuity, colour vision and manual dexterity; meticulous attention to detail.
- Basic knowledge of diamond characteristics and grading terminology (colour, clarity, cut, carat).
- Ability to follow technical protocols and maintain accurate, auditable paperwork.
- Professional attitude, punctuality and ability to work collaboratively within atelier and production teams.
Skills
Experience
Suitable for candidates at the start of their career; previous internship or work placement in a jewellery workshop, gemmology lab or luxury production environment is advantageous but not required.
Education
Currently enrolled in an alternance/apprenticeship or vocational programme in gemmology, jewellery/metalwork, materials science or an equivalent field.
Culture
Cartier fosters a culture of artisanship, precision and discretion, where technical mastery and heritage-driven creativity are prized. The maison emphasises on-the-job training within its ateliers, mentoring from experienced craftsmen and a commitment to preserving traditional savoir-faire alongside modern quality systems.