- Location
- Rue La Fayette 18 (View map)25000 BesançonFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
About Swatch Group
Swatch Group stands as one of the world’s foremost watchmaking groups, uniting Swiss industrial excellence with a portfolio of distinguished maisons spanning accessible design, prestige horology, and high complication craft. As an employer, the Group offers a uniquely integrated environment, from research, manufacturing, and movement development to brand management, retail, and global operations. Rooted in Biel/Bienne and present worldwide, it values technical mastery, creative curiosity, and long-term commitment. Employees contribute to a culture where heritage, innovation, precision, and entrepreneurial energy converge, supporting iconic brands while shaping the future of Swiss watchmaking on an international stage.
Swatch Group is recruiting a Quality Control Watchmaker on a permanent contract in Besançon. The role inspects repaired or produced watches, manages non-conformities and records traceable quality checks while coordinating with workshops and service departments; internal training is provided according to brand requirements and quality procedures.
Role & Responsibilities
- Inspect workshop work for compliance, including repairs, servicing, casing and other interventions.
- Verify adherence to the technical directives specific to each brand.
- Apply quality-control methodologies and procedures rigorously.
- Identify and stop non-compliant watches.
- Determine the appropriate next step, such as returning a watch to the workshop or requesting further assessment.
- Ensure products are promptly routed to the next service.
- Record inspection results in the computer system.
- Process outgoing items in the computer system.
- Maintain traceability of operations in accordance with internal procedures.
- Complete inspections within the required timeframes.
- Coordinate closely with workshops and other departments of the Service Centre.
- Contribute to maintaining a high overall quality standard.
- Apply watchmaking expertise to quality control.
Qualifications
- A watchmaking diploma or certification, such as a CAP or vocational baccalaureate.
- A first experience in quality control, a technical workshop or an industrial environment is valued.
- Candidates from watchmaking or precision trades are particularly sought after.
Skills
Education
A watchmaking diploma or certification, such as a CAP or vocational baccalaureate.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Besançon, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
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Culture
Swatch Group offers a dynamic, multicultural workplace rooted in Swiss precision, creativity, and a deep passion for watchmaking. As an employer, it brings together craftsmanship, industrial expertise, and brand diversity, giving teams the opportunity to contribute to both iconic heritage maisons and forward-looking innovation.
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