Job Description

About the Role - The technician must perform professional and technical polishing and refurbishing of Hamilton’s jewelry, adhering to deadlines.

This position may be required to work weekends, some holidays, and peak sales periods.

Responsibilities -

• Polishing & Restoration: Polish, buff, and restore luxury watches, including cases, bracelets, and bezels, to a flawless factory finish, while preserving the integrity of the watch’s materials.
• Surface Preparation: Carefully prepare the surface of watches for polishing, removing scratches, scuffs, and other imperfections without damaging the original factory structure.
• Understanding of luxury timepiece brands’ standards for factory finished details.
• Materials Handling: Work with a variety of high-end materials such as stainless steel, gold, platinum, titanium, and ceramic, ensuring each material is polished according to its unique factory characteristics.
• Detailing: Ensure all intricate details, such as engravings, logos, and fine features, are properly protected during the polishing process and remain clear and undisturbed.
• Use of Tools: Operate and maintain professional polishing tools and equipment, including polishing machines, handheld buffers, and manual abrasives, with a high level of precision.
• Quality Control: Perform meticulous checks to ensure the final product meets the brand’s high standards of quality, detailing, and factory finish before returning the watch to the client or production line.
• Collaborate with Watchmakers: Work closely with master watchmakers and restoration specialists to ensure the polished components are integrated back into fully functional timepieces.
• Client Interaction: When applicable, assist in communicating with clients about the status of their watches and offer expertise on care and maintenance.
• Maintain Work Area: Keep a clean and organized work environment, ensuring all tools, products, and watches are stored and handled appropriately.

Required Skills

• Prior experience in polishing, restoration, or watchmaking, particularly with luxury or high-end watches, is highly preferred.
• Ability to spot minute imperfections and polish with a high level of precision.
• Proficiency in using specialized polishing and buffing tools, as well as hand-finishing techniques.
• A strong understanding of the various materials used in luxury watches and their specific care requirements.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and dexterity to work on intricate and delicate components.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, with a strong focus on quality and perfection.
• Capability to handle multiple tasks efficiently, with excellent attention to deadlines and precision.
• A deep interest in horology and a genuine appreciation for luxury timepieces is a strong asset.

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