Quality Control Assistant

Job description

Since Watchfinder & Co. was first founded in 2002, it has grown to become the premier resource from which to buy and sell premium pre-owned watches. With thousands of watches available from more than 50 brands, including Rolex, Omega, IWC and more, plus boutiques across the UK and a manufacturer certified service centre, Watchfinder has established itself as the top pre-owned watch specialist.

Position: Quality Control Inspector

Location: Ascot House, 22-24 Albion House, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 5DZ

Working Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 – 17:00 –x 2 Saturdays per month

 

Where we began…

Watchfinder is one of the world's leading pre-owned watch retailers, catering to the needs of over 14.5 million visitors every year both online and in store. With over ten years' experience, Watchfinder continues to innovate and redefine the market for pre-owned watches, tirelessly developing new and exciting ways for customers to buy, sell and interact with pre-owned watches from over fifty different brands. This is a rare opportunity to join a company that is changing the way the industry works, and a great prospect for someone looking for a career in the watch industry. If you are a dedicated, enthusiastic and intuitive person, Watchfinder could well be the company for you!

 

Role Insight

We are currently seeking a Quality Control Inspector to join our busy Service Centre in Maidstone. The position is based within our workshop and you will be responsible for checking watches in and out of the departments for authenticity, condition, functions and timing. You will use a number of different analytical machines to check the mechanical aspects as well as visual checks for the aesthetics. You will need to be able to translate the results onto our system for other departments across the company to access and understand. Quality Control Inspectors assess any improvements made to the watch and whether the previous work has been completed to a high standard and determine whether further improvements could be made.

We are looking for a process-driven individual who has a passion for the world of horology. You will work within strict policies and procedures and support the Servicing department. You withhold the desire and passion to develop your own knowledge, if you believe that this is the right role for you then click apply!

 

About you…

·  You’ll have outstanding administration/IT skills, with a keen eye for detail
·  You’re extremely conscientious and strive for a zero error rate
·  You’ll be highly organised and capable of managing your own workload
·  Experience of working with watches would be beneficial but is not essential
·  You’ll have strong communication skills
·  The ability to work collaboratively and independently in a team
·  Ability to retain information
·  Ability to efficiently manage time to hit targets

 

This list of Roles and Responsibilities is not exhaustive and is not designed to limit or inhibit the way we work or how the role develops, it is intended to be a fluid document and indicates how we currently see the role.

Please note: The successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check and provide two recent references

Please advise us in advance if you have any special requirements if you are asked to attend an interview.