Assembly Operative

TN United Kingdom; Ilminster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Assembly Operative to join their dynamic team in Ilminster. This full-time position offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in optical manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have experience in assembly work, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines. You'll be responsible for setting up production equipment, inspecting components, and ensuring quality standards are met. With competitive salary, training, and generous benefits including a bonus scheme and health cash plan, this role is perfect for those looking to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Site Bonus

25 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

Company Pension Pays 6%

Health Cash Plan

£500 Bonus for Friend Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in an assembly environment, ideally testing and inspecting work.
• Ability to work on own initiative and follow instructions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate production equipment according to procedures.
• Inspect optics and metal work to required specifications.
• Pack finished products and clean production equipment.

Skills

Assembly Experience

Problem-Solving Skills

Manual Handling Skills

Ability to Follow Instructions

Flexibility for Overtime

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Assembly Operative

Assembly Operative

Job Category: Manufacturing
Level: Entry Level
Location(s): Ilminster (UK)
Reference: ILM140524
Closing Date: December 30, 2024
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Assembly Operative

G&H Ilminster, Somerset

Full Time Temp to Perm Position, Monday to Friday

Do you have a background in manufacturing, assembly, or engineering work?

Are you interested in working on cutting-edge technology?

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 have a vacancy in our busy assembly department, working within a small team to manufacture periscopes and opto-mechanical sights.

Main responsibilities include:

• Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures
• Pack finished products
• Clean production equipment and work areas
• Mix adhesives and prepare metal to optics bonding
• Bond optical surfaces together for substrates and laser protection filters
• Set optical sub-assemblies to the correct orientation
• Inspect optics and metal work to required specifications
• Follow the MRB process for non-conforming parts
• Perform AQL inspection on some parts
• Ensure history card and other documentation are completed

Ideal candidates will have the following:

• Experience working in an assembly environment, ideally testing and inspecting work
• Used to working to tight deadlines
• Ability to follow instructions accurately
• Good problem-solving skills and results-oriented
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Good manual handling skills
• Flexibility and openness to working overtime when required

As well as a competitive salary and training, company benefits include:

• 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)