What are the responsibilities and job description for the Watchmaker - Level 4 position at Richemont?
Role Overview
Reporting to the Technical Supervisor, the Watchmaker Level 4 is responsible to perform movement repairs on various mechanical watches.
The position requires a high level of dexterity and focus to handle small parts and provide a best-in class quality.
A watchmaker level 4 can be assigned to the following departments based on technical abilities: Workshop, Diagnosis, Dismantling, Case preparation, Polishing.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Technical Supervisor, the Watchmaker Level 4 is responsible to perform movement repairs on various mechanical watches.
The position requires a high level of dexterity and focus to handle small parts and provide a best-in class quality.
A watchmaker level 4 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 4 or below 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.
- Training and Quality:
- If asked by the supervisor, assist with the training & development of new team members
- Lead by example and provide positive re-enforcement of policies and procedures (5S, FIFO, etc.)
- 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
- Watchmaking Degree.
- Very strong Experience in the watchmaking industry.
- Working experience with luxury brands.
- 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.