Quality Engineer - Watchmaking (m/f)

We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to lead and develop the quality management system within a demanding industrial environment. You will play a key role in managing quality projects, optimising processes, product compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Our client is a recognised industrial player operating in a technical environment with high quality requirements. As part of the development of its activities and the continuous improvement of its processes, it is seeking a quality professional capable of supporting teams in their strategic and operational projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and improve the quality management system to ensure product compliance and process control.
• Manage internal, supplier, and customer non-conformities, and implement corrective actions.
• Define, monitor, and optimise quality processes and indicators.
• Ensure document consistency and compliance with quality standards.
• Coordinate quality requirements during the development and launch of new products.
• Conduct risk analyses and monitor associated action plans.
• Manage quality relations with customers and suppliers, including conducting audits.
• Support production teams in problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train staff on quality tools, methods, and requirements.
• Participate in the digitalisation and optimisation of industrial processes and control flows.

Candidate Profile

You match the following profile:

• Higher technical education in engineering, quality, industrial management, or equivalent field.
• Proven experience of at least 3 years in a quality role within an industrial environment.
• Experience in quality project management and continuous improvement.
• Good command of advanced quality tools (FMEA, SPC, 8D, MSA, capability).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and quality management systems.
• Strong skills in data analysis and problem-solving.
• Knowledge of industrial processes and technical production environments.
• Cross-functional leadership, autonomy, and excellent communication skills.
• Structured mindset, results-oriented and focused on continuous improvement.

Conditions and Benefits

• Strategic position with strong cross-functional visibility within the organisation.
• Active participation in transformation projects and industrial performance improvement.
• Stimulating technical environment fostering innovation and operational excellence.
• Opportunities for advancement depending on company growth and assigned responsibilities.
• Attractive employment conditions within a company committed to quality and continuous improvement.
• You live in Switzerland or are willing to relocate.