Rubattel & Weyermann Production Operator — Appliqué Fitting
Rubattel & Weyermann (Swatch Group) in La Chaux-de-Fonds seeks a Production Operator — Appliqué Fitting to join its dial manufacturing team.
Overview
Rubattel & Weyermann S.A. is a specialised dial manufacturer and surface-decoration partner within the Swatch Group, recognised for supplying high-precision dials and decorative finishes to the Group's watch brands. The company combines Swiss watchmaking craftsmanship with industrial process know‑how to meet exacting quality and aesthetic standards.
Role & Responsibilities
- Precisely place and secure appliqués on watch dials according to technical drawings and work instructions.
- Perform adhesive application and component handling under magnification, ensuring correct alignment and finish.
- Conduct visual inspections and in-line quality checks; identify and report defects or deviations to quality control.
- Maintain cleanliness of work area and handle components in accordance with contamination-control procedures.
- Complete production documentation and traceability records accurately and on time.
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to optimise yield and process stability.
Qualifications
- Excellent manual dexterity and sustained fine-motor control for handling very small components.
- Keen visual acuity and attention to detail to detect surface defects and alignment issues.
- Ability to work with optical aids (loupe, microscope) and perform repetitive precision tasks.
- Familiarity with reading basic technical drawings and following written work instructions.
- Reliability, punctuality and ability to function effectively within a small production team.
Skills
Experience
Practical experience in precision assembly, watchmaking, micromechanics or surface decoration is preferred; prior work placing appliqués or assembling small components is advantageous. Typically 0–2 years in a similar manufacturing environment is acceptable for entry-level candidates.
Education
Secondary education completed; vocational training or apprenticeship in watchmaking, micromechanics, or a related technical discipline preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Neuchâtel, Switzerland, within easy reach of Neuchâtel. Cerulean lists 29 open roles in La Chaux-de-Fonds, including 1 posted recently. The broader Neuchâtel area accounts for 109 active listings on Cerulean, 3 of which are new. In Switzerland as a whole, Cerulean currently features 770 open positions, with 25 posted this week.
Culture
The workplace emphasises Swiss precision, craftmanship and rigorous quality standards within a collaborative, production-focused environment. Teams value technical proficiency, attention to detail and continuous improvement, with opportunities to develop skills specific to dial manufacturing and decorative processes.
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