Donzé Baume Polishing Specialist

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Mid-Level
Posted
Mar 16, 2026

About Donzé Baume

Donzé-Baume is a Swiss horological atelier focused on high-precision finishing and components for the luxury watch industry. The company operates within Switzerland's watchmaking cluster and emphasizes artisanal technique, exacting quality standards and close collaboration with manufacturing and quality teams.

Donzé-Baume seeks Polishing Specialist in Les Breuleux, Switzerland. Lead polishing expertise, technical support, and quality optimization in luxury watch component manufacturing.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver precise technical expertise and direct operational support to production teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and post-level instructions
  • Identify technical training needs, develop and coach team members on polishing techniques, and propose process improvements
  • Conduct defect analysis, evaluate and validate tooling and equipment requirements
  • Collaborate with the workshop manager on work scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow optimization
  • Monitor production plannings rigorously, track delivery timelines, and manage output quantities and quality metrics
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and non-conformities on the production floor with immediate corrective action
  • Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives (5R/5S methodology) and conduct quality audits
  • Contribute to cross-departmental flow optimization and support apprentices and trial candidates with mentoring
  • Foster positive team dynamics by relaying key technical information and maintaining an engaging work environment

Qualifications

  • Relevant technical qualification or substantial production experience in a similar manufacturing environment
  • Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently
  • Strong communication competencies enabling effective interaction at all organizational levels
  • Demonstrated stress management capability and capacity to maintain motivation and positivity under pressure
  • Proactive problem-solving mindset and capability to propose innovative technical and operational solutions
  • Proficiency in fundamental computer literacy

Skills

Polishing techniques and surface finishing Production planning and scheduling Quality control and defect analysis Technical team training and mentoring 5R/5S continuous improvement methodology Problem-solving and troubleshooting Basic computer skills

Experience

Significant experience in a production environment with specialized knowledge in polishing or similar finishing processes. Demonstrated track record of supporting and leading technical teams in a manufacturing setting.

Education

Technical qualification relevant to production, manufacturing, or artisanal processes; or equivalent professional experience demonstrating comparable technical competency.

Workplace

This position is based in Les Breuleux, Jura, Switzerland, within easy reach of Bern.

Culture

The workplace emphasizes craftmanship, precision and quiet attention to detail typical of Swiss watch ateliers. Teams are small and collaborative, with a strong focus on mentoring, technical excellence and respect for traditional finishing techniques.

About Cerulean

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Donzé Baume

Donzé Baume Polishing Specialist

Les Breuleux, Switzerland

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