Hermès Polishing Workshop Supervisor
- Location
- Castelo BrancoPortugal
- Employment
- Full-Time
Fundão - Seniority
- Supervisor
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Jul 6, 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.
HMM seeks Polishing Workshop Supervisor in Fundão, Portugal to oversee metal finishing operations and lead a team of skilled artisans.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage, motivate, and operationally oversee the polishing team, ensuring alignment with production plans and priorities
- Coordinate equipment availability and material supply for all manual and mechanised metal preparation, polishing, and finishing operations
- Work with the production scheduler to establish priorities and monitor workflow within the workshop
- Validate the correct execution of all polishing and finishing stages, ensuring compliance with finishing specifications, polishing procedures, and inspection requirements
- Verify the conformity of produced pieces and ensure the proper execution of quality control procedures
- Record production data—including defects, rejections, and rework—accurately in M3 and Prodsmart systems
- Identify and anticipate operational needs that may impact productivity, capacity, or delivery schedules
- Ensure correct use of all machines, tools, and personal protective equipment; promote workshop organisation, cleanliness, and maintenance
- Monitor and report production and quality metrics for the workshop
- Contribute to the training, technical development, and onboarding of new team members
- Maintain alignment with Quality, Industrial Performance, Supply Chain, and HR teams to meet lead times and operational requirements
Qualifications
- Proven experience in industrial polishing, metal finishing, or comparable operations
- Prior experience supervising or managing operational teams
- Knowledge of polishing, abrasion, and metal finishing techniques
- Familiarity with materials such as brass and stainless steel
- Understanding of tools, machinery, and inspection methods used in polishing operations
- Knowledge of safety regulations pertaining to workshop equipment and working conditions
- Strong organisational and priority-management skills
- Demonstrated commitment to quality, attention to detail, and continuous improvement
- Leadership capability and operational team management experience
- Excellent communication skills and collaborative approach
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in metal polishing, industrial finishing, or similar artisanal operations is essential. Candidates should have demonstrated supervisory or coordination experience managing operational production teams. Proficiency with production management systems and familiarity with luxury-grade finishing standards are advantageous.
Education
Formal education requirements not specified; practical qualifications and professional certifications in workshop supervision or metalworking trades are valued.
Workplace
This is a Portugal-based position.
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
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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