Trainee Production Operative

Graticules Optics Ltd; Tonbridge and Malling; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

37.5-hour working week

9-day fortnight option

21 days' holiday

Company bonus scheme

Permanent position with the chance to

Job summary

Graticules Optics is seeking a Trainee Production Operative to join the Electroforming Department in Tonbridge. This hands-on role offers full training and the chance to learn specialist manufacturing skills, including electroforming processes and quality testing, with a focus on accuracy and adherence to procedures.

You will start with learning mandrel prep, grid cleaning, resist dipping, and progressively manufacture and inspect precision components while following Health & Safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• No electroforming experience required; full training provided.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and follow detailed instructions.
• Willingness to learn and follow procedures.
• Awareness of health & safety guidelines in a production environment.
• Hands-on production work experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn processes including mandrel preparation, grid cleaning, electroforming and resist dipping.
• Manufacture and handle precision components.
• Carry out quality checks and testing.
• Follow work procedures and Health & Safety guidance.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Willing to learn

Health & Safety awareness

Hands-on production

Job description

Trainee Production Operative

Tonbridge, Kent | Full-Time | Permanent | 37.5 hours per week

Are you practical, reliable and good with detail? Looking for a hands‑on role where you can learn specialist manufacturing skills with full training provided?

Graticules Optics is looking for a Trainee Production Operative to join our Electroforming Department in Tonbridge.

The role

You’ll be trained in the specialist processes used to manufacture our precision electroformed components.

This is detailed, hands‑on work involving micro‑patterns, chemical processes and periods of standing. You’ll also learn how to inspect and test your work to make sure it meets our quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn processes including mandrel preparation, grid cleaning, electroforming and resist dipping
• Manufacture and handle precision components
• Carry out quality checks and testing
• Follow work procedures and Health & Safety guidance
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

About us

Graticules Optics is one of the world's largest manufacturers of optical components and electroformed foils, with more than 70 years' experience in precision manufacturing.

The Benefits

• Full training provided
• 37.5‑hour working week
• 9-day fortnight option
• 21 days' holiday
• Company bonus scheme
• Permanent position with the chance to build specialist skills

The person

You don’t need previous electroforming experience — full training is provided.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a good eye for detail
• Can concentrate and follow instructions carefully
• Is practical, self‑motivated and willing to learn
• Can follow Health & Safety procedures
• Is comfortable with hands‑on production work
• Experience with fine‑detail or microscope work would be useful, but isn’t essential.