- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
About Hermès
This prestigious fashion house, renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs, is a part of a leading global luxury conglomerate. The brand is committed to excellence and offers a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are equally valued.
Hermès is recruiting a Leather Cutter and Preparer on a six-month fixed-term contract, with approximately six months of training at a partner school before assignment to a manufacturing workshop. The role covers hide cutting and machine-based component preparation for leather goods, contributing to production quality and standards across varied materials, machines and models.
Role & Responsibilities
- Complete the pre-assembly stages of leather goods production, from cutting hides to preparing components with dedicated machinery.
- Contribute to the manufacture of leather goods while meeting quality and production-time standards.
- Work with different machines, hides and production models to contribute to finished-product quality.
- Complete approximately six months of training at a partner school before joining one of the manufacturing workshops.
Qualifications
- No specific education or prior experience is required; beginners are welcome.
- Demonstrate excellent perception of color, nuances and material details.
- Ability to make decisions.
- Adaptability.
- Rigor and organizational skills.
- Service orientation.
- Enjoyment of teamwork.
- Ability to sustain focused, fast-paced work for several hours.
- Ability to learn and use IT tools.
Skills
Workplace
The role is situated in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
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Culture
The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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