Precision Machine Shop Operator - Optics & A&D

Teledyne Qioptiq; St Asaph; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Qioptiq Ltd in North Wales is seeking an Operator to join the manufacturing team. The role involves following process sheets and working on straightforward sub-assemblies, modules and components under guidance from senior staff.

You will help ensure quality, prepare tooling, and set up machinery to deliver precise components while maintaining safe workshop practices and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths, English and Science at 4/C or above.
• Understanding of health and safety in the workshop.
• Candidate flexibility may be required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure component quality is acceptable and dimensions correct to ensure its suitability for further processing
• Select, inspect and prepare all required tooling to ensure the accurate production of components and assemblies
• Ensure all component preparatory work is carried out correctly to attain precision components efficiently and minimise expensive component losses
• Select relevant tooling and equipment to attain the most effective method of producing high quality precision components.
• Ensure that the required quality and operating standards are satisfied throughout each stage of manufacture to achieve optimum quality.
• Sets up relevant machinery to ensure efficient production of precision components
• Inspect the components being worked throughout the operation and decide on alterations required to achieve the finished component.
• Re-work of damaged components when possible is done in order to recoup potential losses.
• Instruct other employees in the operation of machinery and processes and assists other personnel in the department
• Ensure that the equipment and work area is cleaned and maintained in accordance with the operator's maintenance schedule and the required departmental standards
• Support the business needs by participating in ongoing process/business improvement programmes

Skills

Health & Safety

Flexibility

Education

GCSE Maths, English & Science (4/C or above)

Job description

Qioptiq Ltd in North Wales is seeking an Operator to join the manufacturing team. The role involves following process sheets and working on straightforward sub-assemblies, modules and components under guidance from senior staff.

You will help ensure quality, prepare tooling, and set up machinery to deliver precise components while maintaining safe workshop practices and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.