Saint Louis Hot Glass Production Engineer

Saint-Louis • France

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Hermès, a distinguished French maison established in 1837, operates as a family-owned and independent entity with a workforce of nearly 20,000 globally. The company is renowned for its commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and entrepreneurial spirit, fostering individual autonomy through responsible management. Hermès is dedicated to preserving its artisanal heritage while respecting both people and nature, sourcing exceptional materials for its creations. As a subsidiary of Hermès, Cristalleries Saint-Louis is celebrated for its exquisite crystal pieces crafted by master glassmakers and cutters, embodying a rich tradition of mouth-blown and hand-cut techniques enhanced by innovative design collaborations.

1. Oversee the Hot Glass Workshop, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, efficiency, and cost objectives.
2. Develop and implement new manufacturing processes within the sector.
3. Manage a production team of approximately 25 employees, including 20 glassmakers, across three production lines operating on a 3x8 schedule.
4. Facilitate the production of semi-finished crystal items to be completed by the Cold Glass sector.
5. Utilize materials supplied by the crystal factory's basin furnace.
6. Contribute to the continuous improvement of production processes, focusing on repetitive, low-value, or high-strain tasks.
7. Promote a safety culture in alignment with HSE policies.
8. Analyze HSE results and define associated action plans.
9. Control equipment usage, establish safety protocols, and ensure procedural compliance.
10. Train, motivate, and develop the production team, fostering a process-oriented culture.
11. Establish and conduct daily operational routines.
12. Define team training plans and organize production operations.
13. Coordinate production scheduling with the planning department.
14. Monitor daily production indicators and quality results, implementing necessary actions.
15. Provide technical support during production changes and product development.
16. Ensure first-level maintenance processes are adopted by the production team.
17. Deploy continuous improvement standards to achieve production goals.
18. Propose and implement solutions for process improvement and reliability.

1. Technical degree (engineering, production, industrial/mechanical engineering) or equivalent Bac +5 qualification.
2. Significant experience in a relevant field.

1. Strong field orientation and active project participation.
2. Appreciation for artisanal craftsmanship and expertise.
3. Problem-solving abilities, offering solutions for team and service improvement.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to lead, unite, and advance teams towards ambitious goals.
6. Autonomy and initiative.
7. Meticulousness and result-oriented mindset.
8. Organizational skills and adaptability.

Significant experience in a technical or engineering role within a production environment, preferably involving artisanal or luxury goods.

Technical degree or Bac +5 in engineering, production, or industrial/mechanical engineering.

Commitment to ethics, diversity, and inclusion as a responsible employer.

Cristalleries Saint-Louis, as part of the Hermès family, embodies a culture of excellence, innovation, and respect for artisanal traditions. The company values continuous improvement and forward-thinking, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where employees are encouraged to contribute to the brand's legacy and future.