Audemars Piguet Production Operator
- Location
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Apr 8, 2026
About Audemars Piguet
A Swiss-based production site operating in the luxury sector near Geneva, the employer focuses on precision manufacturing and artisanal production for high-end brands. The workplace combines Swiss engineering rigour with craft-driven quality standards typical of luxury goods and watchmaking suppliers.
Confidential Swiss luxury manufacturer — Production Operator in Meyrin, Switzerland. Join a precision production team delivering artisanal quality.
Role & Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor production machinery and equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures and safety rules.
- Perform precision assembly, finishing and fitting tasks to luxury standards, using hand tools and measuring instruments (micrometre, calipers).
- Carry out in-process and final quality checks; document non-conformities and participate in corrective actions to maintain product excellence.
- Read and interpret technical drawings, work orders and assembly instructions; ensure traceability of components and batches.
- Conduct routine machine setup, changeovers and basic preventive maintenance; escalate complex issues to maintenance teams.
- Adhere to clean-room or controlled-environment protocols where applicable and support 5S/lean continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
- Vocational diploma or technical certificate (e.g., mechanical, watchmaking, precision manufacturing) or equivalent work experience.
- Proven manual dexterity and experience with precision assembly or machining in a high-quality production environment.
- Ability to read technical drawings and follow SOPs meticulously.
- Strong attention to detail, quality focus and familiarity with inspection tools (micrometre, calipers, gauges).
- Willingness to work structured shifts and participate in continuous improvement and quality programmes.
Skills
Experience
Mid-level: typically 3+ years in precision manufacturing, assembly or watchmaking environments, demonstrating independent operation of production equipment and consistent delivery against strict quality standards.
Education
Vocational diploma or technical certificate in mechanical engineering, watchmaking, or a related discipline; secondary-school diploma with relevant apprenticeship accepted.
Workplace
The role is situated in Meyrin, Geneva, Switzerland — conveniently close to Geneva.
Culture
The workplace emphasizes Swiss precision, craftsmanship and continuous improvement. Teams are disciplined and quality-driven, with a hands-on environment that values attention to detail, safety and collaborative problem solving.
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