Watch Assembler

Shinola; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health Savings Account contributions

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Team member merchandise discounts

Complimentary Shinola watch after 90 days

Commuter benefits

Commuter benefits

Job summary

A leading American handcrafted goods manufacturer is seeking a Watch Assembly Operator to join their team in Detroit, MI. This role involves assembling precision watch components in a clean-room production environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma, strong attention to detail, and excellent hand-eye coordination. Training will be provided to ensure quality and precision in all assembly work, along with competitive benefits including health coverage and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and standardized procedures.
• Ability to work with small tools and delicate components.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing repetitive tasks.
• 20/20 vision (corrected vision acceptable) and ability to see fine details at close range.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Assemble Shinola watch heads across multiple models.
• Maintain a high standard of quality and craftsmanship.
• Follow structured production sequences and documented assembly procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Make quick and accurate troubleshooting decisions when components or assemblies require adjustment.
• Perform tasks requiring strong hand‑eye coordination and precision.
• Follow structured production sequences and documented assembly procedures.
• Maintain focus on repetitive tasks over extended periods while ensuring consistent quality.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a clean, organized workstation.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required protective equipment on the manufacturing floor.
• Comply with clean‑room requirements including proper attire and workspace standards.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent hand-eye coordination

Ability to follow technical instructions

Small components handling

Sitting for long periods

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Small tools

Job description

At Shinola, we make beautiful, enduring, handcrafted goods that are built to be lived in, worn out, and well loved. Our thoughtful craftsmanship, timeless design and spirited stories inspire our customers to live well, with confidence & joy— in a style that is uniquely their own! Because we are a growing and evolving company, each employee is a key stakeholder, making decisions every day that directly impact our overall vision and direction. At Shinola, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant contribution at the start of what we believe will become an iconic American brand.

About the Role

Shinola is seeking a Watch Assembly Operator to join our watch manufacturing team. In this highly specialized role, you will assemble precision watch components and movements in a clean‑room production environment, helping bring Shinola’s handcrafted timepieces to life.

This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in precision manufacturing environments, enjoy working with small components, and take pride in producing high‑quality products with meticulous attention to detail.

What You’ll Do

Watch Assembly

• Assemble Shinola watch heads across multiple models, including mechanical and quartz movements, following detailed production procedures.
• Handle and assemble small, delicate components with a high degree of accuracy and care.
• Use specialized tools and instruments to complete assembly steps according to standard operating procedures.

Quality & Precision

• Maintain a high standard of quality and craftsmanship in all assembly work.
• Make quick and accurate troubleshooting decisions when components or assemblies require adjustment.
• Perform tasks requiring strong hand‑eye coordination and precision.

Production & Process Adherence

• Follow structured production sequences and documented assembly procedures.
• Maintain focus on repetitive tasks over extended periods while ensuring consistent quality.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a clean, organized workstation.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety procedures and wear required protective equipment on the manufacturing floor.
• Comply with clean‑room requirements including proper attire and workspace standards.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent hand‑eye coordination.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and standardized procedures.
• Ability to work with small tools and delicate components.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing repetitive tasks.
• 20/20 vision (corrected vision acceptable) and ability to see fine details at close range.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electrical assembly, mechanical assembly, or precision manufacturing.
• Experience working in clean‑room or light manufacturing environments.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a clean‑room watch manufacturing environment designed to protect product quality and precision.
• Operators wear company‑provided smocks, caps, and antistatic footwear while in the assembly area.
• The role requires extended sitting and repetitive hand movements while assembling small components.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move materials up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with company‑supported premiums.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Team member merchandise discounts across Shinola and partner brands.
• Complimentary Shinola watch after 90 days of employment.
• Commuter benefits and additional lifestyle perks.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Shinola is an equal‑opportunity employer. We believe that every employee has the right to work in surroundings which are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy that all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, veteran and military status, genetic information, political ideology or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are totally inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated.

With regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, the company offers what the law refers to as 'reasonable accommodation' to enable a person to perform his or her job.