Richemont Multi‑skilled Production Operator
Richemont seeks a Multi‑skilled Production Operator in Delémont, Switzerland — precision assembly and inspection role in luxury manufacturing.
Overview
Richemont is a Swiss-based luxury goods group that manages a portfolio of maisons across watches, jewelry, leather goods and accessories. The group is recognised for its emphasis on artisanal craftsmanship, technical excellence and long-term brand stewardship; employees typically work in specialised ateliers and manufacturing sites that combine traditional techniques with modern production standards.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute precision assembly and finishing operations on small components in accordance with product and process specifications.
- Perform visual and dimensional quality checks; identify and report non-conformances and participate in root‑cause resolution.
- Operate and maintain production equipment and simple tooling, ensuring correct setup and calibration where required.
- Follow documented standard operating procedures, work instructions and cleanroom/EHS rules to guarantee product integrity.
- Record production data and inspection results accurately in digital or paper formats; support traceability requirements.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives (5S, waste reduction, process optimisation) and suggest corrective actions.
- Collaborate with team members, technical staff and quality to meet daily production targets and maintain throughput.
- Participate in basic maintenance, cleaning and stocking of workstations and tools.
Qualifications
- Vocational diploma or apprenticeship in watchmaking, micromechanics, precision mechanics or equivalent industrial training.
- Proven manual dexterity and ability to work with very small components under magnification.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high quality standards.
- Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings and work instructions.
- Willingness to work in shifts and adapt to production schedules.
Skills
Experience
Previous experience in precision manufacturing, watchmaking or micro‑mechanics is preferred; demonstrable experience assembling small parts and performing inspection tasks is highly valued.
Education
Vocational qualification (apprenticeship/CFC) in watchmaking, micromechanics, precision mechanics or equivalent; alternatively, relevant hands‑on experience.
Workplace
This position is based in Delémont, Jura, Switzerland, within easy reach of Basel. Cerulean lists 5 open roles in Delémont, including 1 posted recently. The broader Jura area accounts for 13 active listings on Cerulean, 1 of which are new. In Switzerland as a whole, Cerulean currently features 734 open positions, with 18 posted this week.
Culture
Richemont workplaces combine a respect for artisanal heritage with rigorous production and quality standards. Teams are typically composed of skilled technicians and specialists who value meticulous workmanship, continuous learning and collaborative problem solving.
About Cerulean
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