Your new company

A leading UK-based manufacturer of high-precision optical components and certified reference materials. With over 60 years of continuous operation and exports to more than 90 countries, this family-owned business is known for its technical excellence, product reliability, and long-term stability. The company operates from a modern facility in Essex and serves a diverse global customer base across scientific, analytical, and industrial sectors.

Your new role

What you'll need to succeed

• Manufacture precision glassware and optical components using quartz and pyrex
• Operate glass lathes and perform freehand bench work
• Interpret and work from technical drawings and production instructions
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a safe working environment
• Support and train junior glass workers where appropriate
• Contribute to continuous improvement and production efficiency

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in scientific glassblowing (preferably in a production setting)
• Skilled in both bench and lathe work
• Proven experience working with quartz and pyrex materials
• Strong hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and numeracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable interpreting technical documentation
• Desirable: LEAN mindset and mentoring experience

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Long-term job security in a stable, well-established business
• Company pension scheme
• Private health insurance (after 6 months)
• Company sick pay (after 6 months)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail discounts via Extras
• Death-in-service benefit
• Cycle to Work scheme

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.

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