Watch Technician Battery - Temporary

Movado Group; Moonachie (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Movado Group is seeking a temporary Watch Technician Battery to perform watch battery replacements, engraving support, and related distribution tasks. You will work closely with Customer Operations and Distribution to complete battery changes accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and flexibility to work extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass a dexterity and tool-handling skills test.
• Prior experience in watch battery service, refurbishment, or engraving preferred.
• English communication skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform battery replacements using the appropriate battery types and voltages for various watch models.
• Inspect and clean battery terminals to ensure proper watch function.
• Set time and date functions following battery replacement.
• Conduct functional and water-resistance testing using pressure-testing equipment, and document and report results.
• Support the processing of documentation for customer engraving orders.
• Assist with engraving software and machinery to complete customer requests accurately and on time.
• Partner with the Customer Operations team on custom engraving requests or clarifications.
• Help ensure all engraving meets accuracy, placement, and quality standards.
• Support basic maintenance of engraving equipment and escalate software or troubleshooting needs as appropriate.
• Maintain clean, organized workstations and tools.
• Document all service activities in tracking systems accurately and promptly.
• Support physical inventory counts and special projects.
• Provide backup support to other areas within SAV.
• Support other areas of distribution such as picking and packing as required by the business.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitask

Self-starter

English communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

At Movado Group, we are committed to building the strongest brands in the industry - and we are passionate about what we do. Our people are fueled by a creative spirit and a drive for excellence that are reflected in every aspect of our business. We offer the watch industry a compelling strategic vision and track record of sustained growth - and we offer our employees great opportunities for career advancement. We invite you to come share in our success.
The primary function of the temporary Watch Technician Battery role is to perform watch battery replacements accurately and efficiently. This position works closely with Customer Operations and Distribution to ensure battery change requests are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with quality standards. The role also supports watch engraving and assists with other distribution center functions as needed. In addition, this position helps maintain workflow efficiency by following established procedures and supporting service-related operational needs.

Responsibilities

Battery Services

• Perform battery replacements using the appropriate battery types and voltages for various watch models.
• Inspect and clean battery terminals to ensure proper watch function.
• Set time and date functions following battery replacement.
• Conduct functional and water-resistance testing using pressure-testing equipment, and document and report results.

Engraving Services Support

• Support the processing of documentation for customer engraving orders.
• Assist with engraving software and machinery to complete customer requests accurately and on time.
• Partner with the Customer Operations team on custom engraving requests or clarifications.
• Help ensure all engraving meets accuracy, placement, and quality standards.
• Support basic maintenance of engraving equipment and elevate software or troubleshooting needs as appropriate.

General Duties

• Maintain clean, organized workstations and tools.
• Document all service activities in tracking systems accurately and promptly.
• Support physical inventory counts and special projects.
• Provide backup support to other areas within SAV.
• Support other areas of distribution such as picking and packing as required by the business.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass a dexterity and tool-handling skills test.
• Prior experience in watch battery service, refurbishment, or engraving preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and precision.
• English communication skills are preferred.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced, high-volume environment.
• Self-starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, evenings, or weekends as business demands.
• Physical ability to perform repetitive tasks, sit or stand for long periods, bending, squatting, and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish positive working relationships with a diverse team
• Ability and willingness to being cross trained and work in other areas and/or departments
• Support other areas of distribution such as picking and packing as required by the business.

The hourly range for this position is $17.50 - $19.50.

DIRECT APPLICANTS ONLY - NO AGENCIES

Movado Group, Inc. designs, sources, and distributes MOVADO®, MVMT®, OLIVIA BURTON®, EBEL®, CONCORD®, COACH®, TOMMY HILFIGER®, HUGO BOSS®, LACOSTE®, and CALVIN KLEIN® watches worldwide, and operates Movado company stores in the United States.

Movado Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Movado Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.