Job Description:

• 1) Performs variety of experiments on watch parts, lubricants, and abrasives used in manufacture of horological instruments to ascertain conformance to production standards: Heats or cools watch parts to specific temperatures in oven or refrigerator.

• 2) Subjects heated or cooled watch parts to stress tests and records results.

• 3) Tests lubricants and abrasives used in watch manufacture for conformance to established lubricity and abrasion levels.

• 4) Analyzes test results to detect deficiencies in watch parts, lubricants or abrasives and suggests modifications in production methods to overcome deficiencies.

• 5) Recommends new test procedures or testing devices as necessary.

• 6) May assist in fabrication and installation of new testing devices.

• 7) May repair ovens or refrigerators.