Watchmaker - Level 1

Reference code: JR128709

Richemont owns some of the world’s leading luxury goods Maisons, with particular strengths in jewellery, fine watches and premium accessories. Each Maison represents a proud tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont seeks to preserve the heritage and identity of each of its Maisons. At the same time, we are committed to innovation and designing new products which are in keeping with our Maisons’ values, through a process of continuous creativity.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Technical Supervisor, the Watchmaker Level 1 is responsible to perform movement repairs on mechanical watches with adjustments (in house calibers).

The position requires a high level of dexterity and focus to handle small parts and provide a best-in class quality.

A watchmaker level 1 can be assigned to the following departments based on technical abilities: Workshop, Diagnosis, Dismantling, Case preparation, Polishing.

Responsibilities

• Movement repair:
  • Identify and fix issues in a mechanical movement in order to bring it back in the brands specifications.
  • Scope of movements = everything identified as Lev 1 at the RTC and on which person is trained.
  • Brand can depend based on the allocated team and the needs of flexing.

• Encasing:
  • Encase the movement inside the case and perform aesthetical and functional controls prior sending it to the Quality Control Department.

• Maintenance and Organization of the Working environment:
  • Follow RNA and Brands’ specifications:
    • Tools
    • Technical procedure
    • Work assignments
    • Standards of Quality & Standard Time of Operations (STOs)
  • Maintain Tools and Equipment
    • Ensure that all equipment used are calibrated and maintained at a high standard
  • Proper layout and accessibility of all tools and equipment
  • Maintain a cleaned, organized and safe working area

Qualifications

• Watchmaking Degree.
• Working experience with luxury brands is a plus.
• High level of dexterity and focus to handle small parts, with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and efficiently provide a high level of quality.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Computer skills are necessary.

Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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