Watch Polisher Apprentice
Rolex in Geneva seeks a Watch Polisher Apprentice (Apprenticeship). Apply with CV, cover letter and last three years' school reports.
Overview
Rolex is a preeminent Swiss watchmaker renowned for exacting standards of craftsmanship, precision engineering and timeless design. As an independent luxury manufacturer, the company maintains in-house ateliers and a strong tradition of vocational training, offering structured apprenticeship programmes and long-term career pathways within haute horlogerie.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute finishing operations on watch components — polishing, satin finishing, burnishing/avivage — to achieve the specified aesthetic and surface quality.
- Work autonomously on assigned pieces while respecting dimensional tolerances, surface specifications and production productivity targets.
- Inspect finished parts for aesthetic and dimensional conformity and report non-conformities to supervisors.
- Maintain and care for polishing tools, abrasives and workstations; ensure a clean, safe and orderly atelier.
- Follow technical instructions, standard operating procedures and quality controls specific to horological finishing.
- Collaborate with trainers and other production teams to integrate finishing steps within the broader manufacturing flow.
Qualifications
- Strong visual acuity and exceptional manual dexterity.
- Proven capacity for sustained concentration, patience and meticulous attention to detail.
- Demonstrated interest in metalworking or mechanical craftsmanship.
- Application package to include a curriculum vitae, a cover letter and school reports for the last three academic years.
Skills
Experience
No prior professional polishing experience is required; candidates should demonstrate manual aptitude and motivation to learn in an apprenticeship environment. Practical experience with hand tools or artisanal crafts is an advantage.
Education
Secondary-school qualification or equivalent; candidates must supply school transcripts/report cards for the past three years as part of the application.
Culture
The workplace emphasises artisanal excellence, rigorous quality control and an apprenticeship culture where senior craftsmen mentor newcomers. Rolex ateliers combine traditional hand skills with exacting industrial standards, offering a disciplined yet supportive environment for professional development.