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Optical Worker (Lenses)
Job Category:ManufacturingLevel:Entry LevelLocation(s):Ilminster (UK)Reference:ILM170524Closing Date:December 30, 2024Apply nowShare:
Optical Worker (Lenses)
G&H Ilminster, Somerset
Full Time Permanent Position, Monday to Friday
Shift work after training (Double Days)
Do you have a background in manufacturing or engineering work?
Do you have CNC experience?
If so, we want to hear from you…
G&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, G&H works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications. We have two vacancies in our Lenses department, where we manufacture custom lenses for imaging, focusing, collimation, and illumination purposes, using standard polishing and grinding techniques, as well as singlepoint diamond turning. Our product range includes spherical, semi-spherical, and aspheric lenses, including high-precision aspheric surfaces on optical glass produced using 5-axis grinding and polishing machines.
Main responsibilities of the role include;
To set up machinery, processes and equipment to enable the safe manufacture of optics throughout the production process
To follow written procedures to ensure the best methods and equipment are used at any given time
Take responsibility of department/cell quality, output, safety and improvement targets
Clean production equipment and work areas
Inspect and clean optics to required specification
Follow the MRB process for non-conforming parts
Ensure history card and other documentation is completed
Ideal candidates will have the following;
CNC experience, preferably turning or 3/5 axis with some programming knowledge
GCSE or equivalent qualifications in English, Maths and Science (Grade C+)
Used to working to tight deadlines
Ability to follow instructions accurately
Good with problem solving and results orientated
Ability to work on own initiative
Good manual handling skills
Flexibility and openness to working overtime when required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and computer literacy
As well as a competitive salary and training, company benefits include;
20% Uplift for rotating shift premium
x1.5 overtime after 39 hours, x2 overtime for Sundays / Bank holidays
Site bonus
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Company pension pays 6%
Company bonus scheme
Health Cash Plan
£500 bonus for friend referral scheme (Ts and Cs apply)