Optical Operator

Job Outline:

To produce precision lens components and assemblies to within the defined limits of dimensional accuracy and within the planned times, sometimes under the guidance of a Senior Technician, and in accordance with all departmental and company procedures, across a range of machines and processes

Key Responsibilities

Ensure component quality is acceptable and dimensions correct to ensure its suitability for further processing

Select, inspect and prepare all required tooling to ensure the accurate production of components and assemblies

Ensure all component preparatory work is carried out correctly to attain precision components efficiently and minimise expensive component losses

Select relevant tooling and equipment to attain the most effective method of producing high quality precision components.

Ensure that the required quality and operating standards are satisfied throughout each stage of manufacture to achieve optimum quality.

Sets up relevant machinery to ensure efficient production of precision components

Inspect the components being worked throughout the operation and decide on alterations required to achieve the finished component.

Re-work of damaged components when possible is done in order to recoup potential losses.

Instruct other employees in the operation of machinery and processes and assists other personnel in the department

Ensure that the equipment and work area is cleaned and maintained in accordance with the operator’s maintenance schedule and the required departmental standards

Support the business needs by participating in ongoing process/business improvement programmes

Person Specification

Essential Requirements:

Applicants must possess a good level of education and hold qualifications in mathematics and science at GCSE level (or equivalent).

Candidates will also be required to demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills and a positive attitude to work.

The ideal candidate will have an engineering based background (preferably involving high-value / precision made products) with knowledge production processes, gained from practical experience.

The following attributes are considered desirable, but not essential for the role:

Physics or Maths based qualification(s) at A-Level (or equivalent) standard or higher.

Experience of working in a manufacturing environment (preferably involving high-value/precision-made products).

An appreciation of mechanical principles.

AS9100 awareness and/or experience is desirable

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