Optical Coating Technician — Process & Quality Specialist

AM Global

Leicester

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 34,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

AM Global in Leicester is seeking a Coating Supervisor to support the coating department in line with production requirements, safety rules, and quality standards. You will operate at least two coating plants, measure with spectrophotometers, and work to minimise defects while maintaining accurate paperwork.

The role requires familiarity with print specs and ISO guidelines, plus the ability to train colleagues and maintain a tidy, safe workplace on site.

Qualifications

  • Maths and Physics at GCSE or A-level level.
  • Computer literacy including Excel and Word.
  • Ability to analyse situations and results.

Responsibilities

  • Operate multiple coating plants and maintain paperwork.
  • Measure and assess work with spectrophotometers.
  • Identify coating problems in process and take corrective action.
  • Identify coating defects and understand causes and actions.
  • Load optics safely and maintain cleanliness.
  • Determine suitable jigs for coating operations.
  • Select test pieces to maximise efficiency and quality.
  • Carry out routine preventative maintenance on process controls.
  • Report potential problems to support staff.
  • Perform clean downs and re-assembly safely.
  • Train colleagues on coating dept aspects.
  • Adhere to ISO 9002 quality procedures.

Skills

Excel
Word
Analytical thinking
Coating knowledge

Education

GCSE Maths & Physics
A-level Maths & Physics
Basic computer literacy

Tools

Spectrophotometer
Thin film coating chambers

Job description

AM Global in Leicester is seeking a Coating Supervisor to support the coating department in line with production requirements, safety rules, and quality standards. You will operate at least two coating plants, measure with spectrophotometers, and work to minimise defects while maintaining accurate paperwork.

The role requires familiarity with print specs and ISO guidelines, plus the ability to train colleagues and maintain a tidy, safe workplace on site.

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