Hermès Leather Goods Stitcher
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 26, 2026
About Hermès
Hermès is a French maison celebrated for its artisanal leather goods and commitment to heritage craftsmanship. The brand maintains regional ateliers across France that combine small-scale production with intensive on-site training via the École Hermès des savoir‑faire, supporting long-term skill transmission and local manufacturing.
Hermès — Leather Goods Stitcher in Louviers (Normandy), France. Full‑time role, entry level with professional training starting September 2026.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute all machine-stitching (piquage) operations for leather goods with meticulous attention to finish and durability.
- Operate and adjust a variety of industrial sewing machines and production models according to specifications.
- Ensure correct assembly and contribute to the montage of finished products, meeting Hermès’ exacting quality standards.
- Work collaboratively within a team of artisans and report to line management to meet production plans and deadlines.
- Follow workshop safety, maintenance and housekeeping procedures for machines and workstations.
- Participate in structured training and continuous skills development (École Hermès programmes) and support knowledge transfer to newer colleagues.
Qualifications
- Strong organization, precision and manual dexterity; proven attention to detail.
- Ability to work at pace while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Team-oriented attitude with the capacity to interact constructively within a collective of artisans.
- Curiosity and appetite for continuous learning; interest in sewing machine technologies.
- Willingness to follow a professionalisation training pathway and to pursue the CQP Piqueur en maroquinerie certification.
Experience
Suitable for candidates at the start of their professional career; prior vocational experience in sewing or leather goods is advantageous but not mandatory. The role favours demonstrated manual dexterity, reliability and an eagerness to learn within an artisanal production environment.
Education
Vocational qualification in sewing, leatherwork or a related craft (e.g., CAP/BEP) preferred; candidates without formal credentials but with relevant manual aptitude and motivation may be considered.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Louviers, Normandy, France, with easy access to Rouen.
Culture
Hermès cultivates a workshop culture rooted in craftsmanship, regional production and long-term skill transmission. Small‑scale ateliers emphasise close managerial support, collective learning and the preservation of traditional savoir‑faire within a high‑quality manufacturing environment.
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