Glassing Technician

Oxford Instruments Plc

28d • $25 - $31

About The Position

Use a hydrogen-oxygen torch to heat 8250 tubing while using foot pedals to manipulate the glass on a Litton glass lathe.

Requirements

• 2 yrs off-hand or lamp/scientific glassblowing experience preferred, willing to train candidates with vocational training and/or artisan hand glass blowing experience
• High School graduate or GED.
• Read, write & communicate in English
• Ability to do hand glassblowing operations
• Read & interpret technical drawings & perform basic math
• Excellent hand/eye coordination and hand/finger dexterity
• Hold a 1-2 lb torch majority of shift & lift up to 10 lbs occasionally
• Sit or stand majority of shift, regularly reach & occasionally stand, bend, stoop, push, & pull
• Constructively challenges
• Carries out tasks with minimal supervision
• Takes ownership of the process and improvements
• Focus on personal development
• Positive & professional attitude to work and OI
• Drives a quality culture
• Flexible and can respond positively to change
• Acts with honesty, integrity, and openness
• Desire to do a good job
• Can work with a team and independently
• Takes responsibility and is accountable
• Can communicate effectively and positively

Responsibilities

• Cut & clean tubing using diamond saw. Verify seals meet product specifications. Utilize & operate Helium Leak detector and Keyence measuring tool.
• Read & interpret technical drawings & written & verbal instructions
• Maintain stock levels of parts & notify supervisor of defects or shortages
• Fabricate R&D prototypes & provide feedback
• Utilise best practice processes, techniques and continuous improvement methods as introduced
• Other duties as assigned to assure departmental excellence and teamwork

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED