What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Watchmaker position at Audemars Piguet?
Company Description
The present and future of Audemars Piguet are built on the invaluable contributions of all our talents. Inspired by the wealth of our past, we are excited about the endless possibilities that our future holds. Together, we are resolutely forward-thinking and strive for excellence in all areas of our business.
If this journey inspires you, come chart your own path within our family and let’s continue creating the extraordinary. Together, let's write the next chapter of your career!
Job Description
The Experienced Watchmaker plays a key role in supporting the strategic objectives of Audemars Piguet’s after-sales service operations. This role is responsible for ensuring exceptional repair quality, optimal performance, and timely delivery while maintaining efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The Experienced Watchmaker will perform complete service and repair on timepieces ranging from quartz calibers (R020) to complex movements such as perpetual calendars and tourbillons (R090).
RESPONSIBILITIES
Repair & Maintenance
- Perform complete maintenance and repair of Audemars Piguet timepieces, including uncasing, movement intervention, dial and hands fitting, encasing, and final quality control.
- Work on calibers ranging from R020 to R090, including QP Tourbillon and skeletonized movements.
- Ensure all interventions meet the highest technical and quality standards.
- Adhere strictly to all company and customer service (CS) processes and procedures.
Continuous Improvement
- Actively contribute to the SPIRALE Project, supporting initiatives that enhance workshop efficiency, workflow, and overall repair quality.
- Provide feedback and recommendations to improve tools, techniques, and service processes.
Workshop Standards & Tools
- Ensure the proper use, care, and maintenance of all workshop tools and equipment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company standards.
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of professional watchmaking experience working on high-end mechanical timepieces.
- Watchmaker with WOSTEP, SAWTA, AWCI 21 or similar certification required.
- Proven expertise in servicing complex calibers, including chronographs, perpetual calendars, and tourbillons.
- Strong attention to detail, precision, and commitment to maintaining brand excellence.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Good communication and listening skills
- Technical mastery and dexterity in fine watchmaking.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Commitment to craftsmanship and quality.
- Team player with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
Additional Information
Audemars Piguet offers a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Salary will be based on relevant skills and experience.
Audemars Piguet is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Audemars Piguet hires without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.
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