Chanel Quality Performance Engineer

Employment
Contract
Seniority
Mid-Level
Posted
Jun 19, 2026

About Chanel

Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.

Chanel seeks a Quality Performance Engineer on fixed-term contract in Paris to optimise manufacturing processes and drive quality excellence.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Analyse and optimise manufacturing processes to enhance quality performance metrics
  • Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives aligned with Chanel's exacting standards
  • Monitor production quality data and identify opportunities for operational enhancement
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality-related issues
  • Document process improvements and maintain comprehensive quality records

Qualifications

  • Engineering degree in a relevant discipline (mechanical, industrial, production, or chemical engineering)
  • Proven experience in quality assurance, process engineering, or manufacturing quality control
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Proficiency with quality management systems and statistical analysis tools

Skills

Statistical analysis Process optimisation Quality management systems (ISO 9001) Data analysis Root cause analysis (5-Why, Fishbone) Manufacturing process knowledge

Experience

3+ years of experience in quality engineering, process improvement, or manufacturing quality roles within luxury goods or equivalent regulated industries

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Production, or Chemical Engineering) or equivalent qualification

Workplace

This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.

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Chanel

Chanel Quality Performance Engineer

Paris, France

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