Van Cleef & Arpels Multi‑skilled Production Operator
Van Cleef & Arpels seeks a Multi‑skilled Production Operator in Châteauneuf‑sur‑Isère for its jewellery ateliers.
Overview
Van Cleef & Arpels is an haute-joaillerie maison renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, refined design and artisanal savoir-faire. As a maison within the luxury sector, it operates dedicated ateliers in France that manage precision fabrication and finishing for fine jewellery, working alongside the wider Richemont luxury group.
Role & Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor production equipment and hand tools for assembly, soldering, finishing and polishing of high‑end jewellery components.
- Perform precise manual assembly and finishing operations to meet technical drawings and internal quality standards.
- Conduct visual and dimensional quality inspections at each process step; report non‑conformities and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain production documentation, complete traceability records and follow standardized operating procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure routine maintenance, cleaning and basic troubleshooting of workshop equipment to guarantee continuous operation.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional atelier teams (stone setters, polisseurs, prototypists) to optimise flow and meet production deadlines.
- Respect strict health, safety and contamination‑control rules appropriate to precious metals and gemstones.
Qualifications
- Vocational qualification in jewellery, metalwork, micro‑mechanics or equivalent (e.g., CAP/BEP in bijouterie or mécanique de précision) or demonstrable shop experience.
- Excellent manual dexterity and sustained precision under magnification.
- Knowledge of jewellery materials (precious metals, plated finishes, common gemstones) and basic repair/finishing techniques.
- Familiarity with quality control practices and ability to read technical drawings or work orders.
- Reliable work ethic, punctuality and capacity to work in a workshop environment.
Skills
Experience
Preferably 1+ year of hands‑on experience in jewellery manufacture, precision metalwork or a related artisanal production environment; candidates with strong vocational training and practical experience will be considered.
Education
Vocational diploma or apprenticeship in jewellery-making, metalwork, micro‑mechanics or an equivalent technical qualification.
Workplace
This position is based in Châteauneuf‑sur‑Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France, within easy reach of Lyon. Cerulean lists 2 open roles in Châteauneuf‑sur‑Isère, including 1 posted recently. The broader Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes area accounts for 89 active listings on Cerulean, 6 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.439 open positions, with 94 posted this week.
Culture
Van Cleef & Arpels cultivates a workshop culture that values meticulous craftsmanship, respect for heritage techniques and collaborative mastery. The maison's ateliers combine traditional hand skills with exacting quality standards, offering a workplace where attention to detail and artisanal pride are paramount.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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