Trainee Optical Technician

Gooch & Housego

About The Position

OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A LEADING GLOBAL MANUFACTURER OF PRECISION OPTICS... Are you interested in developing your career in precision manufacturing? Do you have a keen eye for detail? If so, we want to hear from you… ABOUT US 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. Headquartered in Ilminster Somerset, UK with primary operations in the USA and Europe, G&H is recognised for the breadth of our acousto-optic, electro-optic, crystal-optic, fibre optic, and precision optic products. G&H is recognised as the preferred source for OEMs in the life sciences, industrial, and aerospace and defence industries, with a history of quality and excellence that dates back over seventy-five years. Our success is built on innovation, precision, and the talent of our people. We are committed to developing capability at every stage of a career, from apprenticeships and graduate pathways through to leadership development. G&H Phoenix is a key part of our Optical Systems Division, providing a full start to finish in-house service from raw glass slab material, cut discs and mouldings, right through to polished and coated finished optical parts, prisms and assemblies. Joining us means becoming part of a forward-thinking organisation that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and the pursuit of operational and design excellence. ROLE To set up machinery, processes or 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.

Requirements

GCSE or equivalent qualifications in English, Maths and Science
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge of similar manufacturing industry desirable (not essential)
Knowledge of manual handling
Strong organisational skills
Critical thinking and problem solving
Result orientated
Positive can do attitude
Punctual and adaptable
Ability to work as part of a larger team or on own initiative
Flexible approach to working and shift patterns
Willingness to learn and develop skills
Attention to detail
Methodical approach
Ability to work in a fast pace environment and to meet deadlines

Responsibilities

Learning to operate various optical grinding and polishing machines
Assisting in the handling and preparation of raw materials
Supporting experienced team members in precision manufacturing processes
Conducting basic quality control checks using measurement tools
Maintaining accurate production records and documentation
Following health & safety and company procedures
Contributing to a clean, organised, and efficient workspace
Maintain all production documentation as per the relevant procedures such as route cards, time sheets, traceable data logs and any other department related documents
Ensure MRP transactions are correct and completed in a timely manner
Operate/ use machinery and tools safely and correctly, reporting any concerns to your line manager
Adherence to production processes and procedures at all times
Provide feedback on production output to your line manager and support with corrective action if required
Ensure you are working and maintaining quality standards as per BS9100
Adhere to all company policies and procedures aper the company handbook
Contribute to continuous improvement activities
Adherence to all Company policies, management systems and standard operational procedures, including legal responsibilities in relation to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality
Working positively to develop and foster good working relationships with colleagues and contracted personnel in order to maintain a culture of mutual respect and dignity
Promote and display the G&H values: Customer focus, Integrity, Action, Unity, Precision