Optical Worker (Polishing)

Optical Worker (Polishing)

Optical Worker (Polishing)

Gooch & Housego Ilminster & St. Asaph

24 hours ago

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  • Optical Worker (Polishing)
  • G&H Ilminster, Somerset
  • Full Time Temp to Perm Positions Available, Monday to Friday
  • Do you have a background in manufacturing or engineering work?
  • Do you have a keen eye for detail?
  • 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 are currently recruiting for temporary Optical Workers in our Polishing department; the role involves polishing ultraprecision optics to reduce surface roughness to give them superior performance in demanding applications.
  • 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;
  • • 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;
  • • 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)