- Location
- La Chaux-de-Fonds Neuchâtel Switzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
About Breitling
Founded in 1884 by Léon Breitling, Breitling is a Swiss watchmaker renowned for its precision chronographs and enduring ties to aviation. Headquartered in Grenchen, the brand combines a distinctive technical heritage with a contemporary approach to luxury, design and responsible business. As an employer, Breitling offers a professional environment spanning watchmaking, engineering, product development, marketing and international retail. Its global presence connects specialist expertise with diverse markets, while its identity remains rooted in Swiss craftsmanship and innovation. For professionals drawn to both mechanical excellence and brand transformation, Breitling represents an opportunity to contribute to the continuing evolution of an established watchmaking house.
Breitling seeks a Quality Technician for Movement Assembly at its La Chaux-de-Fonds facility to ensure excellence in chronometric production. The successful candidate will conduct inspection documentation, support production teams in quality initiatives, manage pre-series follow-up and component validation, and drive continuous improvement across movement assembly operations. This role offers the opportunity to apply technical expertise in horological precision while contributing actively to process optimization and quality enhancement within the manufacturing environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare inspection sheets and quality documentation
- Provide quality support and guidance to production teams on quality procedures
- Oversee pre-series tracking and component validation at T1 stage
- Record, monitor, and process non-conformities
- Identify issues and recommend corrective solutions
- Ensure adherence to quality standards through workstation audits
- Participate in continuous improvement projects
- Analyze production scrap, track issues, and implement corrective and preventive actions
- Make decisions within the quality deviation workflow according to established procedures
- Develop and track quality performance indicators (KPIs) for workshop operations
- Maintain quality relationships and follow-up with external subcontractors
- Communicate clearly, synthetically, and in a structured manner with all stakeholders
- Produce clear, precise, and high-quality reports
Qualifications
- Technical diploma in Quality (Technicien ES en Qualité) or equivalent qualification
- TQ1 and/or TQ2 certification (advantageous)
- Horological training or certification (advantageous)
- 3–5 years of experience in a similar quality role, preferably in the watch industry with movement expertise
- Knowledge of horological components, particularly movements
- Proficiency with problem-solving tools, technical drawing interpretation, ISO dimensioning, and general metrology principles
- Competency with common IT tools, particularly Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical and logical thinking skills
- Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) (advantageous)
- Autonomous, methodical, rigorous, and proactive work approach
- Excellent communication skills and ability to draft clear, well-structured documents
- Proactive mindset and active contribution to continuous improvement
- Fluent French (spoken and written); knowledge of English and/or German (advantageous)
Skills
Experience
3–5 years of experience in a quality or quality assurance role, preferably within the horological or precision manufacturing industry with specific expertise in movement assembly and validation.
Education
Technical diploma in Quality (Technicien ES en Qualité) or equivalent qualification; horological training or certification is advantageous.
Workplace
The role is situated in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
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Benefits
Flexible working arrangements (subject to role requirements), employee watch benefit (wearing/purchase program), employee referral and recruitment incentive program, professional development opportunities, maternity leave (17–19 weeks).
Culture
Breitling’s workplace culture draws on its Swiss watchmaking heritage and close ties to aviation, placing precision, technical expertise and a pioneering spirit at the heart of its professional environment. The brand brings together craftsmanship and contemporary design, offering a distinctive setting for professionals who value both tradition and innovation in luxury watchmaking.
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