Assembly Operator

OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A LEADING GLOBAL MANUFACTURER OF PRECISION OPTICS...Full Time Permanent Position, Monday to Friday

Do you have a background in precision manufacturing or engineering work?

Do you have a keen eye for detail?

If so, we want to hear from you…

G&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, G&H works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications

Headquartered in Ilminster Somerset, UK with primary operations in the USA and Europe, G&H is recognised for the breadth of their acousto-optic, electro-optic, crystal-optic, fibre optic, and precision optic products. G&H is recognised as the preferred source for OEMs in the life sciences, industrial, and aerospace and defence industries, with a history of quality and excellence that dates back over seventy-five years.

Our success is built on innovation, precision, and the talent of our people. We are committed to developing capability at every stage of a career, from apprenticeships and graduate pathways through to leadership development.

The Assembly Operator is responsible preparing and assembling mechanical components by interpreting assembly instructions and parts lists.

• To set up machinery, processes or equipment to enable the safe manufacture of optics throughout the production process.
• To follow written procedures to ensure the best methods and equipment are used at any given time.
• Take responsibility of department/cell quality, output, safety and improvement targets.

• Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures
• Pack finished products
• Clean production equipment and work areas
• Proactively engage in the continuous improvement to make efficiencies and be more productive
• Inspection
• Training and working within a small team, assembling periscopes and opto‑mechanical sights for armoured vehicles
• Mix adhesives and prepare metal to optics bonding
• Bond optical surfaces together for substrates and laser protection filters
• Set optical sub‑assemblies to the correct orientation
• Inspect Optics and Metal work to required specification
• Follow the MRB process for non‑conforming parts
• Perform AQL inspection on some parts
• Ensure history card and other documentation is completed
• Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures
• Maintain clean production equipment and work areas
• As part of a team, cover the roles of colleagues and provide assistance when required
• Comply with Health and Safety procedures
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including those in relation to Quality
• Management

• Positions parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements.
• Assembles components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies.
• Verifies specifications by measuring completed products as required.
• Time keeping and attendance

• Experience in a production environment.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player
• Good level of numeracy and literacy
• Positive can do attitude
• Punctual and adaptable to change
• Flexible approach to working and shift patterns
• Willingness to learn and develop skills
• Attention to detail
• Methodical approach
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment and to meet deadlines

• Generous overtime pay: 1.5x after 39 hours and 2x on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
• 25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Pension contributions:
  Company pays 6%.
• Company bonus scheme.
• Health Cash Plan to cover medical expenses.
• £500 referral bonus for recommending friends (terms apply).
• Cycle to work scheme

Notes:
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive in every respect, but rather to clearly define the fundamental purpose, responsibilities and dimensions for the role. Therefore,…