Production Quality Engineer
Rolex in Geneva seeks a Production Quality Engineer to lead daily quality performance, manage incidents and supplier quality in manufacturing.
Overview
Rolex is a world-renowned Swiss watchmaker recognized for precision engineering, meticulous craftsmanship and vertically integrated manufacturing. As a privately held company owned by the Hans Wilsdorf Foundation, Rolex emphasizes technical excellence, long-term workforce development and strict quality standards across its production sites.
Role & Responsibilities
- Drive daily quality performance within a production workshop, collaborating closely with operations teams, industrialization, suppliers and internal clients.
- Monitor quality indicators and coordinate corrective and preventive actions to resolve production incidents.
- Participate in sector production steering meetings to maintain and disseminate best quality practices.
- Provide technical support to operators during ramp-up and production launches.
- Manage and maintain the quality relationship with suppliers, including follow-up on non-conformances and supplier corrective actions.
- Contribute to continuous improvement projects and structured problem‑solving initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor-level Engineer (HES) or ES Technician in mechanical engineering, microtechnology or equivalent, complemented by formal training in quality management.
- Demonstrable experience of at least 2–3 years in a similar production quality role.
- Practical knowledge of machining, finishing and/or assembly processes.
- Proficiency with preventive and corrective quality management methodologies and tools such as 8D, 5M and QRQC.
- Strong rigor, autonomy, organizational capability and a collaborative team spirit.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, analytical and synthesis skills, with a proven capacity to learn and integrate quickly.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 2–3 years of professional experience in a production or manufacturing quality role, preferably within precision machining, finishing or assembly environments.
Education
Bachelor-level engineering (HES) or ES technician in mechanical engineering, microtechnology or equivalent, plus supplemental training in quality.
Benefits
Stimulating work environment; excellent working conditions; flexible working time arrangements; comprehensive social benefits.
Culture
The workplace culture emphasizes technical mastery, meticulous attention to detail and continuous improvement consistent with haute horlogerie standards. Teams operate in a structured, collaborative environment where craftsmanship and operational excellence are prioritized.