Chanel Apprentice Multi‑skilled Mechanic

Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Posted
Mar 16, 2026

About Chanel

Chanel is a privately held global luxury house renowned for haute couture, ready‑to‑wear, accessories and beauty. As an employer, the brand is characterized by exacting standards, artisan craftsmanship and investment in technical ateliers and manufacturing capabilities that support its creative and retail operations worldwide.

Chanel — Apprentice Multi‑skilled Mechanic in GF CHTELAIN, France. Apprenticeship in mechanical maintenance and precision machining.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support maintenance, adjustment and repair of production and workshop machinery under the supervision of senior technicians.
  • Perform basic precision machining and part preparation tasks (turning, milling) following technical drawings and work orders.
  • Set up and assist with machine changeovers, tooling installation and production trials to ensure conformity with specifications.
  • Conduct routine preventive maintenance and cleaning of equipment; report faults and support troubleshooting activities.
  • Measure and inspect components using hand and precision measuring instruments; document measurements and non‑conformities.
  • Adhere strictly to safety, quality and housekeeping standards applicable to an industrial atelier environment.
  • Collaborate with production, engineering and quality teams to support continuous improvement and loss‑reduction initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Enrollment in a recognised vocational or technical apprenticeship program in mechanical engineering, industrial maintenance or equivalent.
  • Strong manual dexterity and interest in precision mechanics and metalworking.
  • Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings and work instructions.
  • Familiarity with hand tools and basic workshop equipment; comfortable using measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers).
  • Safety‑conscious mindset and willingness to work in a regulated production environment.
  • Good teamwork, punctuality and a proactive attitude to learning on the job.

Skills

Lathe and milling machine operation (assisted/set‑up) CNC basics (familiarity beneficial) Metrology: calipers, micrometers, gauges Preventive maintenance procedures Technical drawing interpretation Basic welding and fabrication (beneficial)

Experience

Entry‑level apprenticeship role; no professional experience required. Prior hands‑on exposure through school workshops, internships or personal projects in mechanics is advantageous.

Education

Vocational or technical secondary education (mechanics, industrial maintenance) or equivalent; current enrolment in an apprenticeship program preferred.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in CHTELAIN, CHTELAIN, France.

Culture

Chanel’s workplace blends rigorous technical craft with high creative standards; ateliers emphasise precision, discretion and long‑term skill development. The environment rewards meticulous workmanship, continual learning and close collaboration between technicians and creative teams.

About Cerulean

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Chanel

Chanel Apprentice Multi‑skilled Mechanic

CHTELAIN, France

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