Production Watchmaker

Signet Jewelers Limited; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Signet Jewelers Limited seeks a Watchmaker II/Production Watchmaker in the Nashville area (Brentwood, TN). This hands-on role targets candidates with 1–2 years of watchmaking experience who can perform intermediate repairs, use specialized tools, and sustain high precision in a fast-paced repair environment.

You will work on crystal cutting, polishing, quartz repairs, date wheel replacement, dial repairs, and movement regulation, contributing to quality workmanship at our Brentwood facility that

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of watchmaking experience required.
• Ability to perform intermediate repairs with precision.
• Familiarity with using specialized watchmaking tools.

Responsibilities

• Crystal Cutting: shape and fit watch crystals with precision.
• Detail Polishing: use a flex shaft for high-quality finishes.
• Polishing Motor: polish watch cases and bracelets.
• Quartz Watch Repairs: replace circuits and coils as needed.
• Date Wheel Replacement: align and install date wheels accurately.
• Dial Repairs: fix loose markers, date boxes, or logos.
• Stem/Crown/Case Tube Replacement: perform replacements and water-resistance tests.
• Movement Regulation: use timing machine to regulate movements.
• Retro Fit Execution: install correct movements for retrofitting.
• Perpetual Calendar Replacement: service perpetual calendar movements.
• Pinion Replacement: swap cannon and hour pinions.
• Ceramic and Tungsten Repairs: repair with care to avoid damage.

Skills

Watchmaking

Attention to detail

Job description

The Watchmaker II/Production Watchmaker is a hands-on technical role for candidates with 1–2 years of watchmaking experience who can perform intermediate repairs, use specialized tools, and maintain strong quality, precision, and productivity standards in a fast-paced repair environment.

• Crystal Cutting: Utilize crystal cutters to accurately shape and fit watch crystals, ensuring precise alignment and finish.
• Detail Polishing: Use a flex shaft for detail polishing, achieving a high-quality finish on intricate components.
• Polishing Motor: Operate large polishing motors for comprehensive watch case and bracelet polishing.
• Quartz Watch Repairs: Change circuits and coils in quartz watches, ensuring proper functionality and performance.
• Date Wheel Replacement: Replace date wheels with precision, ensuring correct alignment and operation.
• Dial Repairs: Reset loose dial markers, date boxes, or logos, ensuring aesthetic integrity and functionality.
• Stem, Crown, and Case Tube Replacement: Replace stems, crowns, and case tubes, performing pressure tests to verify water resistance.
• Movement Regulation: Use a timing machine to regulate automatic and mechanical movements, ensuring accurate timekeeping.
• Retro Fit Execution: Identify and install the correct movement for retrofitting, ensuring compatibility and functionality.
• Perpetual Calendar Replacement: Replace perpetual calendar movements with expertise, ensuring seamless integration and performance.
• Pinion Replacement: Change cannon and hour pinions, ensuring proper engagement and function.
• Ceramic and Tungsten Repairs: Repair ceramic or tungsten watches with minimal damage, maintaining structural and aesthetic integrity.

We have many opportunities available on our other career site pages. SJR is a premier repair center specializing in jewelry and watch repair, as well as custom design. We also operate two retail jewelry stores in the Nashville area, providing a neighborhood jeweler experience with a passion for our customers. Since our start in 2002, we have striven to set ourselves apart in the industry by providing the best customer service and expert jewelry and watch repair to our clients. SJR National Repair Center currently operates in a 38,000 square foot facility located just south of Nashville in Brentwood, TN. With over 40 skilled bench jewelers and watch makers, we service nearly 4,000 jewelers nationwide. We are growing fast and looking for people to join our team with a passion for excellence.

At SJR, our culture is deeply rooted in our passion for precision and craftsmanship. We are more than just a workplace; we are a community of skilled artisans and passionate enthusiasts who share a common love for watches and jewelry.