Lab Technician (Coating)

Lab Technician

Thin Film Coating or similar experience essential 

Leicester, LE8

Mon-Fri - Mornings and Afternoons

Up to £38k per annum, Holiday and Pension

Are you an experienced Thin Film Coating Technician or Lab Technician and looking for an exciting new opportunity? If so, then please read on...

Our established client designs and manufactures high-performance optical components, from prototype to volume production. They are looking for technicians with experience in coating precision components to join their growing team.

Commutable from South Leicester, Wigston, Oadby, Blaby, Whetstone and surrounding areas.

The Role of Coating Technician

To assist the coating department by using optical technological knowledge to help with production

requirements

Run numerous processes on a minimum of 2 coating plants in the department successfully, and the appropriate paperwork/route sheets correctly

Operate thin film coating chambers

Measure and assess work on the appropriate spectrophotometers

Identify potential coating problems 'in process' and take appropriate corrective action

Examine work prior to coating and be satisfied it is fit to coat

Determine and specify the suitability of jigs for coating taking account of aspects such as clear aperture, outer dimensions, condition of jig being used, etc

Identify potential problems with the coating plant / measuring equipment and alert the appropriate support staff

Adhere to all Health and Safety procedures as required   

Key Candidate

Requirements - Laboratory Technician

A good understanding of optical manufacturing

Experience operating thin film coating chambers, or similar, in a lab environment

Possess the ability to identify and carry out routine preventative maintenance of critical process control features

Qualifications in Mathematics and Physics at least to GCSE or "A" level

Computer literacy, including familiarity with Excel and Word

The ability to analyse situations and results (reasoning ability and logical thought)

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent mechanical skills

A team player, as well as the ability to work independently

Having an eye for detail   

Package and Benefits - Lab Technician

Mon-Fri - Mornings and Afternoons

Salary depending on skills and experience

Company Pension

Holiday package

In-house training and company support structure

Interested? To apply for this Optical Coating Technician position, here are your two options:

1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let's talk through your experience. Ask for Dan Henderson on (phone number removed) between 8.30am - 5.30pm.

2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know.

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