Louis Vuitton Watch Case Polisher

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Mid-Level
Posted
May 5, 2026

About Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton is an iconic French luxury maison and a pillar of the LVMH group, renowned for its leather goods, fashion and high‑end watchmaking. La Fabrique du Temps is the brand’s Geneva‑based manufacture dedicated to horological creation and artisanal savoir‑faire, combining traditional craftsmanship with rigorous quality standards.

Louis Vuitton — Watch Case Polisher in Geneva. Permanent full‑time role at La Fabrique du Temps for an experienced watch case polisher.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Execute preparation, finishing and decorative operations on watch case components using manual and machine polishing techniques.
  • Apply and master a range of surface finishes (brushing, mirror polish, satin finishes, chamfering) across serial production and unique pieces.
  • Adhere strictly to defined operating procedures and production gammes for series parts to guarantee consistent quality and traceability.
  • Perform visual self‑inspections and in‑process quality checks in accordance with established acceptance criteria.
  • Contribute to the development of new process sheets, tooling and fixtures required for upcoming products.
  • Work autonomously on one‑off projects while collaborating closely with planning and production teams to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years’ proven experience in polishing/finishing watch cases or similar high‑precision components.
  • Demonstrable mastery of end‑to‑end finishing operations for watch‑case components, from preparation through final decorative treatments.
  • Experience working with a variety of metals, including standard and exotic alloys (steel, gold, titanium, etc.).
  • Strong visual acuity, manual dexterity and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Proactive, autonomous contributor with a collaborative mindset and the ability to propose process improvements.

Skills

Surface finishing and micro‑finishing techniques Decorative finishing for horological components Visual quality control and self‑inspection Development of process gammes and finishing tooling Working knowledge of standard and exotic metals used in watch cases Manual dexterity and fine motor control

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of hands‑on polishing/finishing experience in watchmaking or precision metal component manufacturing, including both series production and unique pieces.

Education

Vocational diploma or certificate in watchmaking, metalwork or related craft preferred — or equivalent proven professional experience.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland.

Culture

La Fabrique du Temps operates as an artisanal manufacture within Louis Vuitton, valuing meticulous craftsmanship, technical excellence and continuous improvement. The workshop culture emphasises collaborative problem‑solving, respect for traditional horological techniques and a commitment to the highest quality standards.

About Cerulean

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Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton Watch Case Polisher

Geneva, Switzerland

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