Watchmaker - Fort Worth

Job description

At Richemont Americas, we aspire to reflect the ever-changing world around us. We are proud to employ talent from many different backgrounds, experiences, and identities to build a continually evolving, inclusive community where the diversity of our colleagues and clients is rich and celebrated. We believe when inclusion is fully embraced and empowered, creativity and knowledge emerge to deliver excellence, advancing the community that is uniquely Richemont Americas.

 

Watchmaker

Watchfinder | Dallas – Fort Worth, TX

Reports to: Servicing Operations Manager

 

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 Overview

 

Our Service Centre is currently seeking a Watchmaker to join our current team of dedicated Watchmakers. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful growing watch company. Our Service Centre is fully accredited by Omega, Cartier, Audemars Piguet, Panerai and IWC. Other manufacturer accreditations are being sought.

 

The successful candidate will be expected to service both MOD, Chronograph and ETA movements to manufacturing specifications. You will have the luxury of working within our state-of-the-art 4,000 sq. ft. service centre, of which is fully equipped with manufacturer approved tools and machinery.

 

You must have a proven track record of working at the bench with luxury and ideally complicated watches. As part of the application process these skills will be assessed.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Watchmaker who is looking to gain exposure to over 50 brands and models and work on some interesting timepieces.

 

Responsibilities

 

·  You will diagnose, service and repair watches, in line with the brand specific guidelines
·  Complete servicing of all brand models including mechanical, quartz, ETA based and Modular Chronograph movements.
·  Test timepieces for accuracy and performance, using specific tools and equipment
·  Visually checking all in-coming components (dials, cases, hands, crystals, movements etc.) for damage, marks and scratches to ensure that they meet the agreed specification and report any quality issues
·  You will be expected to generate 4 points of output each day. A Chronograph movement is scored at 3 points and a standard automatic will earn 1 point.

 

Qualifications

 

·  You’ll need to be able to work confidently, cleanly and accurately with the following ETA calibres: 2824, 2892,7750
·  Have experience of working on MOD movements
·  Experience on working on Rolex, Tag or similar
·  You’ll be highly organised and capable of managing your own workload
·  The ability to work collaboratively in a team and coach and develop Watchmakers
·  Ability to work under pressure achieving an elevated level of accuracy

 

Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We Offer: United States

Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Richemont. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.

Salary will be negotiated based on relevant skills and experience.

 

At Richemont, We Craft the Future!