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All About the Location

Year established 1970
Approximately 400 employees
Production area 20 000
More than 150 employees employed for more than 10 years
Training positions 25
“At Bucher you feel like part of a team.”

What Do We Manufacture?

Bucher Hydraulics has a comprehensive electronic and hydraulic components portfolio and is a leading international manufacturer of advanced electrohydraulic systems.

The Frutigen facility is the Competence Center for control units (subsystems) and standard valves within Bucher Hydraulics worldwide. The entire project engineering process, from the initial customer idea to the finished product, is application-focused and takes place directly on-site.  

So wherever a tractor moves on a field or an excavator on a construction site, there is a high probability that several key Bucher hydraulic components are installed and in action.

Working in one of the most advanced manufacturing facilities in Switzerland

Amid breathtaking mountain scenery, you will find an international business where proactive thinking is encouraged, and a positive working environment is of great importance.

Bucher, a long-established company, offers many exciting opportunities to work with highly automated machines, advanced measuring techniques, and test stands. In addition, modern manufacturing cells that include industrial robots provide a wide range of production possibilities, and support our employees in their daily work.

Every Employee Is Essential, and Together We Make a Strong Team!

At Bucher Hydraulics in Frutigen, some 400 employees contribute to manufacturing high-quality products and positioning them in the international market. We retain employees for many years. Many have been with us for over 20 years, which speaks for their success and happiness within Bucher. Furthermore, they pass on their know-how to the younger generation.

Safety First

The safety of our employees is paramount. Safety measures such as wearing safety shoes and goggles are enforced to avoid accidents.

Bucher's volunteer paramedic team – they are quickly available on site whenever they are needed.

We are very proud of our well-trained in-house paramedics. In case of an emergency, a group of volunteers from different work areas provides initial emergency care to Bucher employees. In addition, the paramedic team trains in numerous exercises and courses.

What Else?

Bucher's onsite lunchroom has indoor and outdoor seating. Order food from nearby restaurants or bring your lunch from home while you mingle with colleagues. The local restaurants and tearooms offer healthy options reachable by foot or bicycle.

Locally anchored

Supporting good causes.

Bucher encourages and supports employees’ involvement in community events. Our employees give back to the community by participating in local activities and volunteering opportunities.  Bucher supports employees' participation in community and volunteering opportunities.

Be active together

Throughout the year, Bucher organizes various sporting events for employees, family, and friends. In addition to sports, the snack sponsored by Bucher and the social activities outside the workplace is of great importance to the employees. Whether office, production, or logistics employees, we all have a great time together at company events.

Why Bucher Hydraulics? – Because It’s the Right Fit.

Contribute your thoughts and ideas

Your ideas matter, and you are encouraged to share them with your team and other teams during meetings.

See the world someday

Bucher is an international company located in North America, China, Brazil, India, and many other countries and wants to share extensive know-how among the affiliated companies. Your position might require you to travel, network with coworkers, and allow you to explore Bucher Hydraulics worldwide.

Develop to your full potential

We offer a wide range of development opportunities. Challenge yourself to grow, take on new tasks, and shape your career’s professional future.

Work-life balance

An excellent work-life balance keeps our employees healthy and motivated. In addition, the flexible work-hour model allows us to adapt to the individual lifestyles of our employees.

I started my apprenticeship in the summer as an Engineering Designer EFZ (Swiss Federal Diploma of VET) at Bucher Hydraulics in Frutigen. I also ski in the BOSV (Bernese Oberland Ski Association) U16 squad. My employer supports me by giving me time off for training and competitions.

Nicola Jampen

And much more

Bucher follows Swissmem’s salary guidelines. All employees participate in a profit-sharing program. Special assignments and shift work are compensated with additional payment. In addition, our employees receive service anniversary and birthday gifts. The opportunity to purchase additional vacation weeks is very popular.

Education Is Not a Question of Age

Bucher promotes continuing education and training of all employees to ensure we obtain well-trained professionals.

You will gain experience and discover new strengths and interests through communication with your colleagues.

We implement product innovations and process improvements and train our employees accordingly wherever it makes sense.

Our employees benefit from internal and external professional and personal development training programs. Targeted training solidifies positions in the company and provides access to new areas of responsibility.

We Train the Younger Generation

At our Frutigen location, young people can complete a multifaceted apprenticeship in the following professions: Engineering Designer, Multi-Skills Technician, Production Technician, Logistics Specialist, and Commercial Administrator. Motivated vocational trainers, modern facilities, and machines guarantee engaging and high-quality training for our apprentices.

What is the perfect career for me?

Bucher offers a trial work period. Whether drawing sketches with state-of-the-art computer programs, manufacturing technical parts, or driving a forklift in our warehouse, you can find the right job.

Bucher promotes continuing education and training of all employees to ensure we obtain well-trained professionals.

Our employees benefit from internal and external professional and personal development training programs. Targeted training solidifies positions in the company and provides access to new areas of responsibility.

How to reach us

Whether by car, bicycle, or public transport, our location is easily accessible and has free parking for cars and bikes. Inside the building, lockers are available to store personal items.