Precision Watch Movement Technician

Swatch Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental and vision

401(k) with employer match

18 PTO days per year

Extended paid time off for medical/par

Holiday pay

Company paid life insurance

Long Term Disability

Employee product discount

Internal transfer and growth potential

Employee Referral Bonus program

Job summary

Swatch Group is hiring a Watchmaker in Seattle to execute full-service repair of movements, from servicing the movement to assembling the case and encapsulating the movement, with a focus on Omega Brand. You will work within a dynamic team, report to the Workshop Manager, and handle various watch types from basic mechanical to chronographs.

The role requires formal watchmaking training or certification, strong communication, customer service, and a drive for excellence.

Qualifications

• Watchmaking apprenticeship or basic watch repair certification.
• Completion of a watchmaking apprenticeship with satisfactory results.
• Post-apprenticeship training such as WOSTEP or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Full service on movements: dismantling, replacement/ fixing parts, cleaning, reassemble, rate check and adjustment.
• Repair on Omega Brand movements according to brand guidelines.
• Analyze and decide proper repair methodology for movements.
• Use or develop tools and processes to address issues during repair.
• Coordinate with team to maintain equipment and order consumables.
• Ensure all services are completed and watch is ready to wear.

Skills

Watchmaking

Team player

Customer service

Communication skills

Drive for excellence

Enthusiastic and self-motivated

Education

Watchmaking apprenticeship

Basic Certificate in Watch Repair (TAFE)

WOSTEP (Watchmakers of Switzerland Training and Education Programme)

Job description

Swatch Group is hiring a Watchmaker in Seattle to execute full-service repair of movements, from servicing the movement to assembling the case and encapsulating the movement, with a focus on Omega Brand. You will work within a dynamic team, report to the Workshop Manager, and handle various watch types from basic mechanical to chronographs.

The role requires formal watchmaking training or certification, strong communication, customer service, and a drive for excellence.