Rolex Production Quality Engineer

Employment Full-time
Seniority Mid-Level
Posted Mar 13, 2026

Rolex in Geneva seeks a Production Quality Engineer to lead daily quality performance, manage incidents and supplier quality in manufacturing.

Overview

Rolex is a world-renowned Swiss watchmaker recognized for precision engineering, meticulous craftsmanship and vertically integrated manufacturing. As a privately held company owned by the Hans Wilsdorf Foundation, Rolex emphasizes technical excellence, long-term workforce development and strict quality standards across its production sites.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Drive daily quality performance within a production workshop, collaborating closely with operations teams, industrialization, suppliers and internal clients.
  • Monitor quality indicators and coordinate corrective and preventive actions to resolve production incidents.
  • Participate in sector production steering meetings to maintain and disseminate best quality practices.
  • Provide technical support to operators during ramp-up and production launches.
  • Manage and maintain the quality relationship with suppliers, including follow-up on non-conformances and supplier corrective actions.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement projects and structured problem‑solving initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor-level Engineer (HES) or ES Technician in mechanical engineering, microtechnology or equivalent, complemented by formal training in quality management.
  • Demonstrable experience of at least 2–3 years in a similar production quality role.
  • Practical knowledge of machining, finishing and/or assembly processes.
  • Proficiency with preventive and corrective quality management methodologies and tools such as 8D, 5M and QRQC.
  • Strong rigor, autonomy, organizational capability and a collaborative team spirit.
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, analytical and synthesis skills, with a proven capacity to learn and integrate quickly.

Skills

8D 5M QRQC Preventive and corrective quality management Problem-solving methodologies Supplier quality management

Experience

Minimum 2–3 years of professional experience in a production or manufacturing quality role, preferably within precision machining, finishing or assembly environments.

Education

Bachelor-level engineering (HES) or ES technician in mechanical engineering, microtechnology or equivalent, plus supplemental training in quality.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland. 391 luxury roles are listed in Geneva on Cerulean, 7 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the Geneva region, Cerulean lists 478 open positions — 12 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 763 open roles in Switzerland, including 28 added in the last 48 hours.

Benefits

Stimulating work environment; excellent working conditions; flexible working time arrangements; comprehensive social benefits.

Culture

The workplace culture emphasizes technical mastery, meticulous attention to detail and continuous improvement consistent with haute horlogerie standards. Teams operate in a structured, collaborative environment where craftsmanship and operational excellence are prioritized.

About Cerulean

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