Fabrication Technician

Cvi-Infrared-Optics; Whetstone; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Shift allowance

Healthcare scheme

On-site benefits

Job summary

CVI Infrared Optics, part of IDEX Materials, Science and Solutions, is hiring an operator to work on-site at Whetstone, Leicester. You will operate 3-axis CNC milling, high speed polishers, and diamond turning machines to manufacture precision optics, following SOPs and work instructions.

You will contribute to continuous process improvements, maintain quality with minimal scrap, and communicate effectively with the team to meet production goals while adhering to site safety regulations and

Qualifications

• Operate CNC machinery and follow SOPs.
• Maintain high standards of craftsmanship with minimal scrap.
• Report progress and issues to team leader.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC milling and finishing equipment to produce precision optics.
• Adhere to safety rules and quality specifications.
• Collaborate with team to meet production targets.

Skills

Teamwork

Quality conscious

Attention to detail

Tools

3 axis CNC Milling

High speed spindle polishers

Single point diamond turning machines

Twin lap polishing machines

Job description

“CVI Infrared Optics is a part of the IDEX Materials, Science and Solutions (MSS) platform. Besides our unique capabilities in manufacturing large optics from visible to longwave, we are backed by the combined capabilities of our platform. CVI offers a full spectrum of optical engineering, manufacturing, and assembly expertise. Together we can support all our customers with more engineering expertise, broader capabilities, and extensive manufacturing resources. Since 1982, CVI Infrared Optics has been manufacturing advanced optical components for high performance optronics systems. We have become the leading experts in manufacturing and integration of large optics from visible, and near infrared, to longwave infrared, that can continuously perform in extreme weather climates and harsh conditions.When you need robust optical components and assembly expertise for your mission critical application, we can provide world-class solutions.“Job PurposeShift Working - must be able to work early and late shift. No night-shift involved.On-site location - Whetstone, Leicester.To be able to work within a team operating CNC machinery including 3 axis CNC Milling, high speed spindle polishers, single point diamond turning machines and twin lap polishing machines to manufacture a wide range of precision optics.Most of your duties will be completed working from your own initiative whilst also adhering to standard operating procedures and work instruction documents.You will work such hours as requested by your team leader or manager to complete your tasks and support the business in the attainment of specific objectives and goals. This includes working shift patterns.You will be involved in continuous process improvements participating as a team member or under the direct instruction from you team leader or manager.You should be able to consistently demonstrate high levels of efficiency and quality in your output whilst ensuring scrap and rework is kept to a minimum.Key ResponsibilitiesCommunicationContinually give your team leader or manager feedback on your progress, concerns, and suggestions.Provide accurate manufacturing completion dates to your team leader or manager to allow a smooth flow of product through the department.Communicate with internal customers and provide prompt feedback.QualityBe competent to use in-process inspection equipment within the department and be able to interpret information to make changes to the process where necessary.Be able to consistently achieve low levels of scrap and rework.Have a good understanding for the relevant standard quality specifications.Examine all work prior to passing onto the next stage and be sure that it meets all requirements.Show good levels of craftsmanship and quality in the products that you produce.Follow the site’s comprehensive safety regulations, promptly report any risks, hazards, or incidents, and ensure a safe workplace by adhering to all established protocols.ProductivityBe able to consistently work towards, and improve, standard manufacturing times.Be able to manufacture high specification optics utilising your knowledge in fabrication processes.Great team working environmentCompetitive salary and shift allowanceBonus schemeHealthcare schemeOn-site benefits