Francis Kurkdjian Quality Assistant (Apprenticeship)
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- Apr 26, 2026
About Francis Kurkdjian
Maison Francis Kurkdjian is a Paris-based luxury perfumery celebrated for its artistry and olfactory expertise. The house combines artisanal craftsmanship with a creative, atelier-like approach to fragrance creation and product development, offering a workplace that values creativity, precision and product excellence.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian — Paris: Quality Assistant (apprenticeship) starting Sept 2026. Support product quality, non-conformity analysis and QMS development in a hybrid role.
Role & Responsibilities
- Monitor and report on product quality across finished goods and production batches.
- Investigate non-conformities and customer complaints, perform root cause analysis and drive corrective action plans.
- Contribute to the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).
- Design and deliver internal training programmes to raise quality awareness and adherence to standards.
- Digitalise and maintain quality standards, records and procedures in collaboration with cross-functional teams (development, supply chain, manufacturing).
- Liaise with manufacturing sites, development teams and supply chain partners to ensure compliance with specifications and timelines.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a 3rd‑year engineering programme or a postgraduate cycle in Quality Management (alternance/apprenticeship eligible).
- Keen interest in industrial environments, technical product issues and manufacturing processes.
- Rigorous, pragmatic and detail-oriented with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.
- Strong verbal communication skills in French and comfortable speaking English.
Skills
Experience
Beginners and students are invited to apply; prior internships or exposure to industrial/manufacturing environments or quality projects are advantageous but not mandatory.
Education
Currently pursuing a 3rd‑year engineering degree or a master’s/3rd‑cycle programme in Quality Management or equivalent (apprenticeship/alternance format).
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
The house fosters an atelier-style culture where olfactory creativity and technical excellence coexist. Teams operate in a collaborative, craftsmanship-oriented environment with strong emphasis on product quality, attention to detail and cross-disciplinary cooperation.
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