Rolex Polisher
About Rolex
Rolex is a preeminent Swiss luxury watch manufacturer headquartered in the Geneva region, renowned for its precision mechanical timepieces and vertically integrated production. The brand prioritizes artisanal craftsmanship, technical excellence and long-term employment; it operates under the oversight of its private foundation and maintains rigorous manufacturing and quality standards.
Rolex in Plan-les-Ouates (Geneva) seeks a Polisher for manual finishing of watch components. Full-time position with excellent conditions.
Role & Responsibilities
- Perform manual finishing and polishing operations on selected watch components to the brand's aesthetic and dimensional standards.
- Prepare components for finishing, including deburring, surface preparation and masking where required.
- Carry out dimensional and visual inspections to guarantee conformity with quality specifications and document results.
- Operate and collaborate with automatic or semi-automatic finishing equipment when process requirements dictate.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes, reduce defects and improve efficiency.
- Adhere strictly to standard operating procedures, safety rules and production documentation.
- Maintain an organized, clean workstation and support team coordination within a 2x8 shift system.
Qualifications
- AFP (Federal VET) diploma in polishing (Polisseur) or equivalent vocational qualification.
- Several years of professional experience in manual finishing/polishing, preferably within watchmaking or precision mechanics.
- Familiarity with automatic and/or semi-automatic finishing processes is desirable.
- Excellent visual acuity and fine manual dexterity.
- Autonomous and well organized, with a strong team spirit.
- Rigorous approach and strict compliance with documented procedures.
- Availability to work on a 2x8 shift schedule.
Skills
Experience
Several years of professional experience in manual finishing/polishing of precision or watch components; experience with automatic or semi-automatic finishing systems is an advantage.
Education
AFP (Federal VET) in Polishing (Polisseur) or equivalent vocational diploma.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva, Switzerland, with easy access to Geneva.
Benefits
Excellent working conditions and first-class social benefits.
Culture
The workplace emphasizes meticulous craftsmanship, discretion and technical mastery typical of Swiss haute horlogerie. Teams operate within a structured production environment that encourages continuous improvement, skill development and long-term professional growth.
About Cerulean
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