Patek Philippe Production Manager
Join Patek Philippe in Geneva as a Production Manager. Oversee component manufacturing, lead teams, and drive innovation in a prestigious luxury watchmaking environment.
Overview
Patek Philippe SA Genève, a prestigious name in the world of luxury watchmaking, is renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation. As part of a larger conglomerate, the company offers a unique blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology, providing employees with an enriching environment to develop their skills and contribute to the creation of timeless pieces.
Role & Responsibilities
- Organize and manage the entire Component Case Manufacturing Service, including two workshops and two production lines.
- Ensure the availability of necessary resources and skills, both human and mechanical, to execute the production plan.
- Drive the development and evolution of the service through improvement and industrialization initiatives.
- Achieve results, develop teams, and enhance the employee experience.
- Define the mission for the service, plan, organize, and lead activities while fostering synergies with other services and support functions.
- Ensure appropriate handling of unforeseen events in collaboration with planning.
- Guarantee adherence to production standards.
- Guide, support, motivate, and develop teams to maximize productivity and meet deadlines.
- Support workshop managers in human resource management with the assistance of the HR partner.
- Facilitate communication and information flow to manage activities and ensure alignment with objectives and company culture.
- Ensure continuous improvement in collaboration with the Methods Division.
- Prepare and manage the annual budget for the service.
- Produce activity reports to provide visibility to workshop managers and superiors.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and instructions from the Apparel Division and support divisions (HR, Management, Finance, Methods).
- Participate in cross-functional projects at the division and company level.
Qualifications
- University degree or engineering education.
- 10 to 15 years of professional experience, including 5 years as a manager in complex organizations with significant experience in leading production teams.
- Strong knowledge of the relevant industry sector.
Skills
Experience
10 to 15 years of professional experience, including 5 years in a managerial role within complex organizations and substantial experience in leading production teams.
Education
University degree or engineering education.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland. 393 luxury roles are listed in Geneva on Cerulean, 8 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the Geneva region, Cerulean lists 479 open positions — 13 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 770 open roles in Switzerland, including 25 added in the last 48 hours.
Benefits
Employees enjoy a collaborative and innovative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work with a globally recognized luxury brand.
Culture
Patek Philippe fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration, encouraging employees to contribute to the creation of exceptional timepieces. The company values continuous improvement and teamwork, providing a supportive environment for professional development.
About Cerulean
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