Audemars Piguet Dial Finishing Operator
- Location
- Le BrassusVaudSwitzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- May 8, 2026
About Audemars Piguet
A Le Brassus-based Swiss watch manufacture specialising in haute horlogerie and artisanal dial production. The employer combines traditional hand-finishing techniques with precision production processes typical of Vallée de Joux ateliers, and operates within the premium Swiss watchmaking ecosystem.
Swiss watch manufacture — Le Brassus: Dial Finishing Operator (full-time). Join a precision dial workshop in Le Brassus specialising in haute horlogerie.
Role & Responsibilities
- Perform final finishing, polishing and surface treatments on watch dials according to technical specifications and work orders.
- Assemble dial components and ancillary parts with micromechanical precision using hand tools and small fixtures.
- Conduct visual and dimensional inspection under magnification (loupe, microscope) and document non-conformities.
- Operate and maintain small production equipment and polishing stations, ensuring cleanliness and calibration.
- Follow standard operating procedures, maintain traceability of serial numbers and complete production paperwork.
- Collaborate with quality control and repair teams to escalate and resolve recurring defects and implement corrective actions.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to increase yield and reduce rework within the dial workshop.
Qualifications
- Vocational qualification in watchmaking (CFC) or equivalent technical diploma preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in watch dial finishing, small-parts assembly or similar micromechanical production.
- Excellent manual dexterity, steady hands and refined fine-motor skills.
- Strong visual acuity and ability to work under magnification for prolonged periods.
- Familiarity with quality control criteria for surface finish and tight dimensional tolerances.
Skills
Experience
Mid-level production experience (approximately 3+ years) in a watchmaking or precision micro-assembly environment, with demonstrable competence in dial finishing or small-component finishing.
Education
Vocational diploma in watchmaking (CFC) or equivalent technical qualification preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Le Brassus, Vaud, Switzerland, with easy access to Lausanne.
Culture
The workshop fosters a culture of craftsmanship and exacting quality typical of Swiss haute horlogerie, where tradition and technical precision coexist. Teams are collaborative and detail-focused, with an emphasis on artisanal techniques and continuous improvement.
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