Job Description:

• 1) Attaches links, trimmings, and findings to bracelets, necklaces, and pendant chains, using pointed pliers: Grips link with pliers, or positions link in slot of linking ring.

• 2) Twists link joint open with pliers.

• 3) Slides finding, link, or trimming into open link and clinches link joint to close it.

• 4) May refer to sketch to verify order of assembly.

• 5) May cut chains or ribbons into specified lengths, using cutter.

• 6) May attach glass beads to findings by threading end pin through bead and opening in finding, and twisting or looping pin to hold bead in place.

• 7) May hook metal links together and be designated Link Assembler; or repair broken jewelry chains previously soldered, using handtools and gas torch, and be designated Chain Mender.