ETA Machine Operator Apprentice (CFC)
- Location
- SionValaisSwitzerland
- Employment
- Apprenticeship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
About ETA
ETA is a benchmark of Swiss horological expertise, renowned for designing and producing precision movements that power many of the world’s most respected watches. As part of the Swatch Group, the manufacture combines industrial excellence, technical innovation, and a deep respect for traditional watchmaking savoir-faire. As an employer, ETA offers a highly specialized environment where engineers, micromechanics, technicians, and operational talents contribute to products defined by reliability, accuracy, and refinement. The company values discipline, craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and collaborative expertise, providing careers at the heart of Switzerland’s watchmaking ecosystem and the future of mechanical and quartz movement technology.
ETA SA apprenticeship: 3-year Machine Operator (CFC) training in Sion, Valais. Learn automated production technology with Swatch Group.
Role & Responsibilities
- Operate automated production machinery under supervision of qualified instructors
- Maintain and monitor machine performance during manufacturing cycles
- Follow safety protocols and quality standards in a high-tech manufacturing environment
- Document production data and report any equipment anomalies
- Participate in structured on-the-job training and classroom-based instruction
- Collaborate with senior technicians and other apprentices on production lines
Qualifications
- Completed mandatory schooling (Swiss compulsory education requirement)
- Valid Swiss residency or work permit
- Physical ability to work on production floor for extended periods
- Attention to detail and commitment to precision manufacturing
- Reliability and professional conduct
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; apprenticeship designed for school leavers entering the workforce.
Education
Completion of mandatory Swiss schooling; CFC (Certificat Fédéral de Capacité) qualification to be earned through this apprenticeship program.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Sion, Valais, Switzerland.
Culture
ETA offers a workplace culture rooted in Swiss precision, technical mastery, and continuous innovation within the watchmaking industry. As an employer, it fosters collaboration between engineers, artisans, and production specialists, valuing reliability, quality, and the transmission of specialized expertise across generations.
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