£40K/yr to £50K/yr
London, England
Permanent, Variable

Scientific Glass Blower

Posted by Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited.

Your new company
A global leader in manufacturing premium quartz and glass optical components for photometry and spectroscopic analysis. Enjoys a worldwide reputation for quality, service and reliability in the manufacture and supply of spectrophotometer cells, optical components and Certified Reference Materials.The role is based in Essex and it is office-based. Salary is competitive based on experience.Your new role
This is a skilled Scientific Glass Blower role where you assist in the manufacture of a wide variety of optical sampling components and accessories and scientific glassware. You will work in conjunction with skilled users of optical components in an environment which emphasises manufacturing principles.
The role involves a variety of glass-forming work, using glass lathes and/or similar machines and an element of freehand glass blowing.
Key Responsibilities

  • Hand finish to tight quality control specifications
  • Apply knowledge and expertise to assess and solve problems
  • Maintain a safe work environment following all protocol and safety standards
  • Maintain all tools and equipment
  • Train and support the growth of less skilled team members, as appropriate

What you'll need to succeed:

  • 3-5 years experience, ideally in a production environment
  • Demonstrable experience working with quartz and pyrex materials
  • Experience in both bench work and lathe work
  • Able to read and interpret technical drawings and manufacturing instructions

What you'll need to succeed
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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