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Director Watchmaking Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Watchmaker

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$59.61K - $85.17K/yr

Degree or certification from a relevant watchmaking institution ( AWCI, WOSTEP, SAWTA, or CW21) is ... We make selling effortless with free virtual appointments, in-home pickup, drop-off, and direct ...

Store Director /Service Manager Division: Retail, Service OVERVIEW The Watchmaker is responsible for providing in-store watch maintenance, overhauls, service and performing quality control checks on ...

Watchmaker - Palm Desert

Palm Desert, CA · On-site

$80K - $115K/yr

Store Director /Service Manager Division: Retail, Service OVERVIEW The Watchmaker is responsible for providing in-store watch maintenance, overhauls, service and performing quality control checks on ...

Watchmaker

Secaucus, NJ · On-site

$59.61K - $85.17K/yr

Degree or certification from relevant watchmaking educational institution * Adept at working with ... We make selling effortless with free virtual appointments, in-home pickup, drop-off, and direct ...

Watchmaker I

Peoria, IL · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

... and Diamonds Direct. We are a people-first company and this core value is at the heart of ... Previous experience in watchmaking or a related field is a plus. * Skills: * Strong attention to ...

... and Diamonds Direct. We are a people-first company and this core value is at the heart of ... Previous experience in watchmaking or a related field is a plus. * Skills: * Strong attention to ...

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What is the difference between Director Watchmaking vs Watchmaker?

AspectDirector WatchmakingWatchmaker
CredentialsTypically requires advanced watchmaking certifications and management experienceRequires technical watchmaking certifications and craftsmanship skills
Work EnvironmentOversees teams in manufacturing or design facilities, strategic planningHands-on assembly, repair, and maintenance of watches
Industry UsageUsed in luxury watch brands, manufacturing companies, and corporate settingsCommonly employed in watch repair shops, ateliers, and production lines

The main difference between a Director Watchmaking and a Watchmaker lies in their roles and responsibilities. The Director focuses on strategic oversight, management, and coordination within the watchmaking industry, often requiring leadership experience and certifications. In contrast, a Watchmaker is primarily involved in the technical, hands-on craft of assembling and repairing watches. Both roles are essential but serve different functions within the watch industry.

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Watchmaker

$59.61K - $85.17K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 15 days ago


The RealReal rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

About The Role
The Watchmaker reports to the Manager of Fine Jewelry and Watches and is responsible for facilitating the authentication, diagnostics, and repair of timepieces. This role ensures the accuracy, quality, and integrity of all watch-related processes while maintaining the tools, equipment, and standards used by the company's watchmaking team. The Watchmaker will service and authenticate watches within the authentication center and collaborate with multiple internal teams to address the technical and authenticity nuances of watch repair and servicing. The goal is to support a seamless consignor experience and maintain a frictionless production pipeline.
As a Watchmaker, you will leverage your expertise to assess the condition and authenticity of timepieces, and perform service to restore them to functionality. If you are an experienced watch expert with a passion for sustainable fashion, this could be the perfect match!
What You Get To Do Every Day
  • Accountable for assessing the condition, authenticity, and functionality of timepieces
  • Accountable for diagnosing and performing service on timepieces of basic to moderate complexity to restore them to The RealReal standards of accuracy and functionality
  • Accountable for the coordination and approval of needed repairs, in the event that communication between the manager, coordinators, watchmakers, and operations personnel is required
  • Provide accurate and expedient simple adjustments and regulations to mechanical movements as well as battery replacement on quartz models and link additions/removal.
  • Work closely with Senior Watchmaker to assist in any requested educational or training initiatives
  • Partner with Senior Watchmaker leaders to scale and diversify the growth of the company's watch repair and service initiatives
  • Attain production targets, and KPI's
  • Support process and system improvement through feedback and testing, as required

What You Bring To The Role
Minimum Requirements:
  • 3-5 years experience repairing timepieces
  • Ability to execute on communication systems
  • Adept at working with technology solutions to increase productivity and efficiency
  • Polished in verbal and written communication
  • Ability to handle multiple complex, time sensitive situations
  • Demonstrates the skill and willingness to take the initiative and to proactively anticipate organizational needs, including the ability to meet external and internal deadlines as required.
  • Degree or certification from a relevant watchmaking institution ( AWCI, WOSTEP, SAWTA, or CW21) is strongly required

Preferred Requirements:
  • Extensive knowledge of luxury watch brands, their history, and manufacturing characteristics. Rolex experience is a plus.

Compensation, Benefits, + Perks
  • $50 in monthly food credits to apply to snacks and meals that are available for purchase on site
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 9 Paid Company Holidays
  • Flexible Time Off (With Manager Approval)
  • State of the art, climate-controlled warehouse facility
  • Find out more about our Benefits here.

The expected salary range for this role is $59,608.80-$85,170.00. To determine starting pay we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location and an evaluation of a candidate's skills, experience, market demands, and internal parity. Additionally, salary is just one component of TRR's total rewards package. Depending on role, employees may also be eligible for a bonus program, incentive pay and benefits.
The RealReal is the world's largest online marketplace for authenticated, resale luxury goods, with 37 million members. With a rigorous authentication process overseen by experts, The RealReal provides a safe and reliable platform for consumers to buy and sell their luxury items. We have hundreds of in-house gemologists, horologists, and brand authenticators who inspect thousands of items each day. As a sustainable company, we give new life to pieces by thousands of brands across numerous categories-including women's and men's fashion, fine jewelry and watches, art, and home-in support of the circular economy. We make selling effortless with free virtual appointments, in-home pickup, drop-off, and direct shipping. We handle all of the work for consignors, including authenticating, using AI and machine learning to determine optimal pricing, photographing and listing their items, as well as shipping and customer service.
The RealReal is committed to providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or Veteran status. We will consider qualified applicants for a position regardless of arrest or conviction records. At TRR, People Come First. That's why diversity and inclusion are vital to our priorities as an equal opportunity employer. You can read about our Diversity Equity and Inclusion program here.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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