Founded in 1946 in the heart of the Jura Mountains, the cradle of watchmaking, Brasport has established itself as a key player in the manufacture of watch straps, combining craftsmanship and watchmaking tradition.
Joining our teams means participating in the development and industrialization of our products, contributing to the achievement of our production and quality objectives, and thus responding rigorously and efficiently to the expectations of our customers on an international scale.
Premium for Leather (Portugal)
Premium for Leather is the newest production site of the Brasport Group, located in Portugal. Designed with an approach focused on quality, agility, and responsibility, it integrates all production phases in-house. It embodies a new generation within the Brasport Group, combining innovation, expertise, and responsible commitment.
Prototype development:
– Act as the main technical point of contact for the client (major luxury brands)
– Interpret a plan/concept drawing for prototype development
– Produce prototypes in accordance with client specifications: shape, size, quality, and desired details
– Master self-inspection procedures to ensure prototype compliance
Material selection:
– Choose appropriate leathers, textiles, reinforcements, and other materials for each prototype, considering their physical properties
– Develop testing plans to ensure material compliance (Design / Durability)
– Research new suppliers
Manufacturing techniques:
– Use specialized tools and machines to cut, prepare, assemble, sew, and glue the different components
– Master leather goods–specific techniques/tools: setting rivets and hardware, hand stitching/machine stitching, applying dyes, and performing manual finishing
Prototype follow-up / Industrialization:
– Management of the development team
– Provide regular updates on prototype progress to the technical team
– Fine-tuning of prototypes and industrial transfer of projects
– Set up a workshop: machinery requirements and training
– Preparation of operating procedures and technical files
Required skills:
– Proven previous experience in leather goods
– Proficiency in Autocad and Mozart software
– Ability to work independently and transfer know-how to production teams
– Comfortable with all stages of the product lifecycle, from design to production
– Fluent in English and/or Portuguese
We offer:
– The opportunity to join a dynamic team and an internationally recognized Group in the watchmaking and leather goods sectors
– The possibility to combine innovation with artisanal expertise in service of a demanding clientele
– A varied role, autonomy in your work, and the opportunity to contribute to the Group’s growth
– A permanent contract and compensation aligned with your skills and experience
– Relocation assistance
Work location: Premium for Leather, Castelo de Paiva (Portugal), 40 minutes from Porto
Start date: immediately or to be agreed
We look forward to meeting you and discussing during an interview. Please send your application to the following address: rh@brasport.ch
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