Coating Operator

FLIR Systems, Inc.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is seeking a Coating Operator in the UK to support vacuum coating processes for high-value components. You will handle optical parts, prepare them for coating, and measure finished pieces, working under supervision to ensure precise, high-quality outcomes.

The role requires GCSE maths and science, a readiness to learn, and a background in engineering or manufacturing. Some familiarity with optical handling and PC use is beneficial.

Qualifications

• GCSE maths and science qualifications are essential.
• Willingness to learn new skills and a positive attitude to work.
• Engineering background with knowledge of production processes is preferred.
• AS9100 awareness and/or experience is desirable.
• Experience with optical handling and PC proficiency is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate vacuum coating chambers to deposit coatings on components for military & commercial applications.
• Clean optical products.
• Prepare products for loading into coating fixtures.
• Measure final coated products to ensure quality.

Skills

Maths GCSE

Science GCSE

Engineering background

AS9100 awareness

Optical handling

PC skills

Education

GCSE Maths & Science

Tools

Measurement tools

Job description

## Coating OperatorApplylocations: UK - St Asaphtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ35767**Be visionary**Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.**Job Description****Job Outline:**This role will support the coating process in order to increase output levels and efficiently manufacture products. Support work will include the cleaning of optical parts, the preparation of components for loading into coating fixtures, and the measurement of final parts.The successful candidate will be closely monitored by more experienced staff and will be required to follow strict operating procedures. The role involves the handling of high value products, which must be dealt with the appropriate levels of care and precision.**Key Responsibilities:*** Operating Vacuum Coating chambers to deposit coatings on components used for both military & commercial applications.* Cleaning of an optical product* Preparation of the product for loading* Measurement of final coated product**Personal 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 desirableIt would also be a great advantage if applicants had Optical Handling experience and competence in the use of PC’s, however given the specialised nature of our business full training will be given.Flexibility of working hours may be required, along with availability to work overtime to meet business needs.Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions..