Rolex Milling Machine Setter

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Location
GenevaGenevaSwitzerland
Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Mid-Level
Posted
Apr 1, 2026

About Rolex

Rolex is a world-renowned Swiss luxury watchmaker known for exacting standards, precision engineering and in-house manufacturing. As an employer, Rolex offers technically demanding roles within a culture that emphasizes craftsmanship, confidentiality and long-term skill development across its Swiss production sites.

Rolex in Geneva is hiring a Milling Machine Setter for bar/band milling—join a precision manufacturing team at a leading Swiss watchmaker.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Perform production follow-ups and execute series changeovers on bar/band milling operations (fraisage en bande).
  • Set up, adjust and qualify milling machines and associated fixtures to ensure compliance with production standards.
  • Contribute to the design and validation of production tooling and fixtures.
  • Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and implement corrective actions to restore and stabilize production.
  • Support the business process owner and act as a backup for production operators, including on-the-job training and operator replacement as needed.
  • Capture and document know‑how and participate in continuous improvement projects (Kaizen/SMED initiatives).

Qualifications

  • Swiss CFC in Production Mechanic (mécanicien de production) or equivalent vocational qualification, or demonstrable equivalent experience in milling.
  • Proven experience with band/bar milling operations (fraisage) and machine set-up/changeover.
  • Strong knowledge and mastery of production equipment and tooling.
  • Familiarity with basic problem‑solving tools and methodologies.
  • Methodical approach, analytical mindset and proactive problem‑solving attitude.
  • Collaborative team spirit and capability to train and support operators.

Skills

Bar/band milling (fraisage en bande) Machine set‑up and changeover Production tooling and fixture design Problem solving / root cause analysis Operator training and mentorship Continuous improvement (Kaizen, SMED)

Experience

Hands‑on experience in a production machining environment, with a track record of setting up and stabilizing milling processes; practical exposure to tooling design and operator support is required.

Education

CFC (Swiss Federal Certificate) as Production Mechanic or equivalent vocational qualification; equivalent professional experience accepted.

Workplace

This position is based in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland.

Benefits

Stimulating work environment; excellent working conditions; flexible working‑time arrangements; top‑tier social benefits.

Culture

The workplace culture is defined by exacting standards, technical excellence and a commitment to craft. Teams operate in a highly disciplined manufacturing environment where collaboration, continuous improvement and knowledge retention are actively promoted.

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.

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