ETA Plastics Technologist Apprentice
- Location
- Grenchen Solothurn Switzerland
- Employment
- Internship
- 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 Manufacture Horlogère Suisse seeks a motivated apprentice to train as a Plastics Technologist (EFZ, 4-year program). The successful candidate will be responsible for manufacturing high-quality plastic components, including watch cases and movement parts, often in combination with metal elements. Responsibilities encompass analysing, developing, planning and monitoring production processes; operating pressing, injection moulding and laminating equipment; programming and configuring production machinery; and conducting quality controls. The apprentice will gain comprehensive technical expertise to optimise production outcomes and troubleshoot operational challenges.
Role & Responsibilities
- Analyse, develop, plan and monitor production processes for plastic components
- Operate pressing, injection moulding and laminating machinery
- Program and configure production equipment to specifications
- Conduct quality control checks to ensure product standards
- Monitor production processes and respond to errors in real time
- Implement process improvements to optimise end results
- Maintain detailed production documentation and records
Qualifications
- Completed mandatory secondary education (Höchste or sehr gute mittlere Volksschule)
- Strong technical aptitude and interest in machinery
- Precise working methods and strong spatial visualisation skills
- Quick comprehension abilities
- Logical and analytical thinking
- Initiative, self-responsibility and motivation
- Flexibility with shift schedules
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; this is an entry-level apprenticeship position.
Education
Mandatory secondary education (Höchste or sehr gute mittlere Volksschule level)
Workplace
This position is based in Grenchen, Solothurn, Switzerland, within easy reach of Bern.
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.
About Cerulean
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