Rolex Manufacturing Manager
- Location
- GenevaGenevaSwitzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- May 16, 2026
About Rolex
Rolex is a world-renowned Swiss watchmaker recognised for precision, technical excellence and enduring craftsmanship. As an independent maison with global reach, Rolex maintains vertically integrated manufacturing and a strong culture of technical mastery, rigorous quality standards and long-term employee development.
Rolex in Geneva seeks a Production Manager to lead watchmaking manufacturing operations and teams.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead and organise day-to-day production activities in a high-precision watchmaking environment to meet quality, delivery and productivity targets.
- Manage, coach and develop a multidisciplinary team of watchmakers, technicians and operators; plan staffing and training to ensure skills continuity.
- Implement and monitor production planning, scheduling and workflow to optimise throughput while maintaining strict quality standards.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives (lean principles, root-cause analysis) to reduce waste, improve yields and enhance process stability.
- Ensure equipment availability and preventive maintenance programs; coordinate with technical maintenance and engineering teams for installations and upgrades.
- Collaborate with procurement, quality control and supply-chain teams to secure component availability and resolve production constraints.
- Enforce workplace safety, regulatory and internal compliance standards; maintain accurate production reporting and KPIs.
Qualifications
- Diploma or apprenticeship in watchmaking (e.g. WOSTEP) or a technical qualification in mechanical engineering/manufacturing.
- Proven leadership experience in precision manufacturing or watchmaking, with responsibility for multi-skilled teams.
- Deep understanding of horological assembly processes, precision tolerances and quality-control methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to implement continuous improvement and production management systems.
Skills
Experience
Several years of progressive responsibility in high-precision manufacturing or watchmaking, including direct supervision of production teams and demonstrated results in meeting output and quality targets.
Education
Vocational diploma or technical degree in watchmaking, mechanical engineering or equivalent; recognised watchmaking certification (e.g. WOSTEP) preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland.
Culture
Rolex combines disciplined Swiss craftsmanship with a culture of technical excellence and discretion. The maison places a premium on precision, long-term skill development and operational excellence within a stable, process-driven workplace.
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