Job Description

Full-Time, Permanent | Monday to Friday

Potential shift work after training (with a 20% shift premium)

Are you experienced in CNC turning or manufacturing processes?

Looking for a role in a cutting-edge, world-class optics company?

If so, we want to hear from you!

G&H is a global leader in optical design, testing, and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, we provide high-performance optical systems, assemblies, and components for a wide range of demanding applications. In our Diamond Turning department, we produce custom lenses for imaging, focusing, collimation, and illumination. Our work involves crafting spherical, semi-spherical, and aspheric lenses using state-of-the-art 5-axis grinding and polishing machines.

As an Optical Worker in our Diamond Turning Dept, you will:

Set up machinery, processes, and equipment for the safe and efficient production of optical components. Follow detailed written procedures to ensure optimal methods and equipment are used. Meet quality, output, safety, and improvement targets within your department or cell. Clean and maintain production equipment and work areas. Inspect and clean optics to meet exact specifications. Identify and manage non-conforming parts through the MRB process. Accurately complete documentation such as history cards and process records.
The ideal candidate will have:

CNC turning experience, ideally with 2/3-axis machines and some programming knowledge. GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Maths, and Science (Grade C or above). Attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions precisely. Problem-solving skills and a results-driven approach. The ability to work independently and manage time effectively. Good manual handling skills and dexterity. Flexibility to work overtime when needed. Strong communication skills and basic computer literacy.
What We Offer

Competitive salary with a 20% uplift for rotating shift work. Generous overtime pay: 1.5x after 39 hours and 2x on Sundays and Bank Holidays. 25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays. Pension contributions: Company pays 6%. Company bonus scheme. Health Cash Plan to cover medical expenses. 500 referral bonus for recommending friends (terms apply).
Note: The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunity or practices on the grounds of gender, race, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national laws under which the Company operates.

Potential candidates should be aware that many of the employment roles at Gooch & Housego are subject to government security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities that you may have previously held and your place of birth, could restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation.

All UK applicants must, as a minimum, be able to successfully complete security vetting to the UK government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard, which includes a criminal record check being performed. Many roles may also require higher levels of security vetting to be completed, where applicants must typically have been continuously resident within the UK for the past five to ten years.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person