Assembly Operator

Assembly Operative

G&H Ilminster, Somerset

Full Time Permanent Position, Monday to Friday

Do you have a background in manufacturing, assembly or engineering work?

Are you interested in working on cutting-edge technology?

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. We have a vacancy in our busy assembly department, working within a small team to manufacture periscopes and opto-mechanical sights.

Main responsibilities include;

• Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures

• Pack finished products

• Clean production equipment and work areas

• 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

Ideal candidates will have the following;

• Experience of working in an assembly environment would be advantageous, ideally testing and inspecting work

• Used to working to tight deadlines

• Ability to follow instructions accurately

• Good with problem solving and results orientated

• Ability to work on own initiative

• Good manual handling skills

• Flexibility and openness to working overtime when required

As well as a competitive salary and training, company benefits include;

• Site bonus 

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Company pension pays 6%

• Company bonus scheme

• Health Cash Plan

• £500 bonus for friend referral scheme (Ts and Cs apply)