Watches of Switzerland Group PLC · 1 month ago
Betteridge Watchmaker (0639)
Greenwich, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expWatches of Switzerland Group PLC is a prestigious company specializing in luxury timepieces. They are seeking a skilled Watchmaker responsible for diagnosing and servicing high-end watches in line with brand specifications, ensuring quality work on various prestigious brands.
JewelryRetailWholesale
Responsibilities
Diagnose and service timepieces in line with the brand specific guidelines
Expected to generate a min of two complete services per day
Test timepieces for accuracy and performance
Visually checking all components for damage
Movement adjustments
Bracelet adjustments
Day to Day operations include but not limited to:
Diagnosis
Describe condition of the piece to be evaluated
Identify root cause of problems in accordance with the client request(s)
Select the adequate service in accordance with the Brands policy while:
Meeting the client request
Proposing a solution to solve the issue
Identify the spare parts needed to repair the evaluated piece
Dismantling
Dismantle the timepieces
Remove the strap or the bracelet
Separate movement/dial/hands from the case components
Dismantle the watches case components
Case Preparation
Install and assemble the watches case components in preparation of the encasing of the movement
Check and ensure waterproofness of the case
Movement Repair
Use or develop adequate tools or processes to correct issues that can arise during the repair process
When necessary, resolve issues related to spare parts by fixing existing components of the piece
Casing/Polishing/Quality Control
Has the ability to polish and refinish to the vendor’s specifications
Install the dial and the hands prior to encase the movement and close the watch
Perform a first Quality Control to ensure that the piece is in working order
Quality Control
Maintenance and Organization of the Workshop
Maintain Tools and Equipment:
Ensure that all equipment used are calibrated and maintained at a high standard
Proper layout and accessibility of all tools and equipment
Maintain a cleaned, organized, and safe working area
Qualification
Required
Be able to work confidently and accurately
Be highly organized and capable of managing your own workload
Ability to work collaboratively
Ability to work under pressure achieving a high level of accuracy
One year of Technical School Training (minimum) or professional experience of 2-4 years
Experience in the diagnosis of both quartz and mechanical timepieces
Basic verbal and written English communication skills
Ability to repair and refinish cases and bracelets a plus
Experience in escapement and hairspring adjustments
Highly flexible and team oriented, with superior work ethic
Good organization skills and attention to detail required
Ability to remain in a seated position for an extended period required
High School Diploma Required
Watchmaker with SAWTA, WOSTEP, or CW21 or similar certification
Preferred
Basic computer knowledge preferred
Some College Preferred
Experience working in high-end luxury timepieces 3-5 years, preferred
Company
Watches of Switzerland Group PLC
We're a FTSE-250 retail company employing nearly 3,000 people across the UK, Europe and the United States.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2021-01-18Post Ipo Equity
2019-05-31IPO
Leadership Team
Ian Carter
Chairman
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