Rolex 5S Deployment Intern
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Rolex — Geneva: 5S Deployment Intern (6-month internship) supporting Lean and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.
Overview
Rolex is a leading Swiss luxury watchmaker renowned for its precision, vertically integrated manufacturing and uncompromising quality. As an employer, Rolex emphasises artisanal craftsmanship, technical excellence and sustained on-the-job training within a highly controlled production environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support coordination and ongoing management of the division's 5S programme.
- Initiate and lead new 5S projects across production and logistics areas.
- Re-animate and operationalise 5S activities in sites or teams that are not yet autonomous.
- Act as an accompanying auditor during annual 5S audits (preliminary, intermediate and final stages).
- Foster and maintain a positive, improvement-focused group dynamic.
- Supervise the implementation of signage and floor marking in accordance with 5S standards.
- Ensure adherence to the 5S reference system and maintain its proper application.
- Contribute to projects related to the relocation and reorganisation of logistics platforms.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Master's programme in Mechanical Engineering, Management Technology and Entrepreneurship or an equivalent discipline.
- Solid understanding of Lean principles and/or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office with excellent command of Excel.
- Comfortable facilitating workshops and leading group sessions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Adaptable with a structured, analytical mindset.
- Availability for a six-month internship.
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience is mandatory; academic projects or previous internships in Lean or continuous improvement are advantageous. The role is a six-month internship intended to provide practical experience in 5S deployment within a manufacturing/logistics context.
Education
Master's-level studies (in progress) in Mechanical Engineering, Management Technology and Entrepreneurship or equivalent.
Workplace
This position is based in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland. Cerulean lists 373 open roles in Geneva, including 2 posted recently. The broader Geneva area accounts for 460 active listings on Cerulean, 2 of which are new. In Switzerland as a whole, Cerulean currently features 726 open positions, with 7 posted this week.
Benefits
Access to state-of-the-art equipment; a stimulating, team-oriented working environment; excellent working conditions and top-tier social benefits.
Culture
Rolex cultivates a culture of precision, craftsmanship and continuous improvement, where rigorous standards and technical excellence are paramount. The workplace blends traditional watchmaking values with structured training and collaborative problem-solving in a production-focused environment.
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.