- Location
- Karlsruhe Baden-Württemberg Germany
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Nov 9, 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 is seeking a Watch and Watch Parts Polisher for its workshop in Karlsruhe to refinish and enhance watch cases, bracelets, bezels and other components, perform precision polishing and inspect finished surfaces. The role requires metal-finishing experience; watch-industry or jewellery-processing experience is preferred, and career changers are welcome.
Role & Responsibilities
- Refinish and optically enhance watch cases, case components, bracelets, bezels and other watch parts made from various materials to a high professional standard.
- Manually and mechanically polish surfaces using polishing machines, abrasives, polishing compounds and tools to achieve an even, high-quality finish.
- Rework and finish polished, satin-finished and brushed surfaces.
- Identify, assess and remove fine scratches, signs of wear and superficial damage in line with specified quality requirements.
- Precisely work edges, transitions, bevels and hard-to-reach areas.
- Conduct ongoing visual and quality inspections of processed components, checking surface condition, dimensions and appearance.
- Comply with work, quality and safety regulations and internal manufacturing standards.
Qualifications
- Experience in the precision finishing and surface treatment of metal materials.
- Professional experience in the watch industry or jewellery processing is preferred; career changers are also welcome.
- Strong quality awareness and a trained eye for subtle surface differences.
- High degree of manual dexterity, precision and craftsmanship.
- Careful, structured and independent working style.
- Responsible handling of high-quality materials and workpieces.
Skills
Experience
Experience in precision finishing and surface treatment of metal materials; watch-industry or jewellery-processing experience preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
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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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