Cartier Quality Technician

Le Locle • Switzerland

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Cartier, a prestigious name in the luxury jewelry and watchmaking industry, is part of the Richemont Group, a conglomerate renowned for its portfolio of leading luxury brands. As an employer, Cartier is committed to fostering an innovative and inclusive environment, where diversity is embraced and creativity is nurtured to achieve excellence.

1. Ensure the conformity of finished products and components to established standards.
2. Verify the overall capability of production and control processes.
3. Maintain product standards in line with customer expectations regarding aesthetics, ergonomics, integrity, and regulations.
4. Update quality standards based on validated improvements, including control ranges and defect catalogs.
5. Provide daily support to the team in operational quality matters.
6. Offer technical support and identify training needs for teams.
7. Train production staff in quality methods such as self-control and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
8. Compile and analyze non-quality data, including waste, exchanges, and customer complaints, and ensure reporting.
9. Lead problem-solving and improvement initiatives in collaboration with the team.
10. Coordinate quality assurance processes, including sampling rules and frequency of checks.
11. Ensure the validity of control methods and propose enhancements.
12. Promote the company's quality image and policy.
13. Participate in continuous improvement projects within the Autonomous Production Unit (UAP).
14. Propose solutions to eliminate waste with the team.
15. Support and participate in the validation of subcontracted products.
16. Maintain relationships with subcontractors throughout the product lifecycle.

1. Advanced degree in engineering or an equivalent technical field.
2. Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in quality within the industry, ideally in a watchmaking or jewelry environment.

1. Proficiency in continuous improvement methodologies.
2. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
3. Analytical and synthesis capabilities.
4. Ability to work autonomously while being a team player with strong interpersonal skills.
5. Proficiency in Windows-based software, particularly Word and Excel.

A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in quality assurance within the industry, preferably in watchmaking or jewelry.

Advanced degree in engineering or an equivalent technical qualification.

Cartier offers a supportive, inclusive, dynamic, and modern work environment, promoting diversity and inclusion as key drivers of creativity and excellence.

Cartier is dedicated to creating a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are fully embraced, fostering an environment where innovation and creativity thrive. The company values the unique contributions of each employee, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential, be heard, and feel valued.