Production Watchmaker

Signet Jewelers; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Signet Jewelers is seeking a Watchmaker II/Production Watchmaker with 1-2 years of watchmaking experience to perform intermediate repairs in a fast-paced repair environment. You will use specialized tools to ensure high quality, precision, and productivity on each timepiece.

The role requires hands-on technical work across crystal fitting, polishing, movement regulation, and water-resistance testing, with opportunities to advance within our production team.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of watchmaking experience.
• Ability to perform intermediate repairs with precision.
• Maintain high quality, precision and productivity standards.

Responsibilities

• Crystal Cutting: Utilize crystal cutters to shape and fit watch crystals.
• Detail Polishing: Use a flex shaft for detail polishing.
• Polishing Motor: Operate large polishing motors for watch cases and bracelets.
• Quartz Watch Repairs: Change circuits and coils in quartz watches.
• Date Wheel Replacement: Replace date wheels with precision.
• Dial Repairs: Reset dial markers, date boxes, logos.
• Stem, Crown, Case Tube Replacement: Replace components and test water resistance.
• Movement Regulation: Use timing machine to regulate movements.
• Retro Fit Execution: Identify and install correct movements for retrofits.
• Perpetual Calendar Replacement: Replace calendar movements with accuracy.
• Pinion Replacement: Change cannon and hour pinions.
• Ceramic and Tungsten Repairs: Repair ceramic or tungsten watches.

Skills

Watchmaking experience

Detail oriented

Tools

Crystal cutters

Flex shaft

Timing machine

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 time-keeping.
• 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.

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