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Movement

Term from Watchmaking industry explained for recruiters

A movement is the internal mechanism or 'engine' of a watch that makes it work. Think of it as the heart of the watch that keeps time and powers all its functions. Watch movements can be mechanical (powered by winding), automatic (self-winding through wrist motion), or quartz (battery-powered). When watchmakers mention movements in their resumes, they're referring to their experience working with these internal mechanisms. This is similar to how a car mechanic works with engines - it's the crucial internal part that makes everything run.

Examples in Resumes

Serviced and repaired Movement|Movements in luxury timepieces including annual calendars and chronographs

Specialized in assembling Swiss Movement|Movements for high-end watch brands

Diagnosed and fixed complications in automatic Movement|Movements

Typical job title: "Watch Movement Specialists"

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Watchmaker Watch Repairer Movement Specialist Watch Technician Horologist Watch Movement Assembler Watch Service Technician

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Example Interview Questions

Senior Level Questions

Q: How would you handle a complex chronograph movement repair?

Expected Answer: A senior watchmaker should explain their systematic approach to diagnosing issues, describe their experience with various chronograph systems, and demonstrate knowledge of proper repair procedures while maintaining the watch's value and authenticity.

Q: What's your approach to training junior watchmakers?

Expected Answer: Should discuss their mentoring experience, teaching methods for movement assembly and repair, and how they ensure quality standards while developing new talent.

Mid Level Questions

Q: What's your process for servicing an automatic movement?

Expected Answer: Should describe the step-by-step process of disassembly, cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and reassembly, along with proper testing procedures.

Q: How do you handle water resistance testing?

Expected Answer: Should explain the different testing methods, equipment used, and the importance of proper gasket replacement and case sealing.

Junior Level Questions

Q: Can you explain the difference between automatic and mechanical movements?

Expected Answer: Should be able to explain that mechanical movements are hand-wound while automatic movements self-wind through wrist motion, and describe basic parts of each.

Q: What basic tools do you use for movement service?

Expected Answer: Should list essential watchmaking tools like tweezers, screwdrivers, loupes, and timing machines, and explain their basic uses.