La Chaux-de-Fonds
Apprentice Mechanical Practitioner AFP
- 04 September 2026
- 100%
- Apprenticeship
About the job
Company Introduction
Universo SA is a member company of the Swatch Group, the world leader in watchmaking, whose expertise and experience have made it the reference for Swiss Made watch hands for over a century. The company is also a major player in the fields of dial appliqués and hesalite watch crystals.
We are convinced of the importance of training the new generation in our trades and with this in mind, we offer an apprenticeship position for
Mechanical Practitioner AFP (M/F)
Job Description
You will carry out basic machining operations on parts such as hands or appliqués. You will be required to assemble various mechanical sub-assemblies, ensure the assembly of industrial equipment and guarantee their proper functioning through regular maintenance and servicing interventions.
These activities revolve around three key areas:
- Manual machining technique - performing simple machining operations and preparing parts
- Assembly technique - precise assembly of mechanical elements and installation of sub-assemblies
- Maintenance service - routine maintenance, diagnostics and interventions on manufacturing installations
Profile
- Excellent dexterity – ease with technical gestures and precise manual work
- Comfort with technical and mathematical subjects – ability to approach scientific and logical concepts
- Energy – proactive attitude and positive energy in daily work
- Good spatial vision – ability to visualise shapes, volumes and assemblies
- Interest in mathematics – basic school foundation for calculations, measurements and technical reasoning
Required Skills
Languages
Workplace
La Chaux-de-Fonds
Contact Person
If you are interested in this apprenticeship, please send us your complete application file (CV, cover letter, last 2 school reports) to:
UNIVERSO SA, Human Resources
Rue Louis Chevrolet 43, 2300 La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland