Slabbed Coin Authenticator at Collectors in Santa Ana, CA

Summary: Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. They are seeking Slabbed Coin Authenticators to inspect and determine the authenticity of coin labels and holders, requiring a detail-oriented approach and knowledge of the coin grading industry. Responsibilities: - Become an expert in encapsulated authentication processes and standards - Become an expert in the encapsulation of coins and methods used by coin grading companies - Inspect and determine authenticity of the label and holder for coin grading brands in an expedient manner but without compromising accuracy - Maintain individual authentication production goals - Improve knowledge and skill with personal research and experience - Stay up-to-date with current industry developments and news, especially as it pertains to new label and holder counterfeiting methods circulating the market - Share knowledge to help improve the skill of the Authentication and Brand Protection teams - Assist the PCGS Brand Protection team if/when necessary Required Qualifications: - extremely detail orientated - comprehensive knowledge of the coin grading industry - exhibit critical thinking skills in a fast-paced assembly line-type of environment - possess general working knowledge of numismatics - knowledgeable of the third-party coin grading companies and their product branding and packaging methods and techniques - possess first-hand experience handling and inspecting encapsulated coin collectibles certified by any of the top ranking third-party grading companies - knowledgeable in the various counterfeiting methods of labels and holders in the card industry for all third-party grading companies - basic understanding and comprehension of intellectual property rights, terms and expressions - exhibit strong research skills with a key attention to detail on defects and misalignments - demonstrate effective problem-solving abilities - strong organization skills to achieve production goals and maximize productivity - detail oriented and ability to focus on one task over long stretches of time - ability to work in a close team environment - thrives in a fast-paced environment - ability to routinely lift, carry, and move materials up to 40 pounds - ability to routinely lift, carry, and move materials up to 55 pounds - ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time - using vision aiding devices, as well as sitting in dark or dimly lit rooms with soft desk lighting Preferred Qualifications: - one-to-three years of experience handling and/or authenticating coin collectibles certified by third-party grading companies either as dealer or collector Required Skills: Numismatics, Coin grading industry knowledge, Authentication of encapsulated coins, third-party coin grading companies, Counterfeiting methods of coin labels and holders, Intellectual property rights understanding Benefits: Health Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401(K) Matching Plan: We are proud to offer a competitive 401k matching plan to our employees to support their future financial goals, Vacation: All full-time employees are eligible for paid vacation, Holiday Pay: All regular, full-time employees are eligible for ten company paid holidays, Employee Discounts: Employees receive discounts on select grading services for approved submissions, Fun Working Environment: Our team members are invited to participate in celebrations, holiday events, and team building activities