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Optical Coating Technician
Duncan & Todd Opticians —Aberdeen
- £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- Computer skills
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Employee discount
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Optical Coating Technician
Duncan & Todd Opticians —Aberdeen
As a *Coating Technician Level 1*, you will begin your career in optical manufacturing in an entry-level role focused on routine production tasks under close…
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Optical Coating Technician

Duncan & Todd Opticians -
Aberdeen

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£12.71 an hour
1 day ago

Benefits

Health & wellbeing programme
Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

No experience needed
Computer skills

Full job description

About Caledonian Optical:
Caledonian Optical is an independent UK-based laboratory specializing in the manufacture and supply of high-quality freeform lenses, as well as glazing and anti-reflection coating services. Located in Dyce, Aberdeen, our state-of-the-art facility is at the forefront of ophthalmic technology, providing innovative lens solutions to independent opticians across the UK.

Job Overview:
As a Coating Technician Level 1, you will begin your career in optical manufacturing in an entry-level role focused on routine production tasks under close supervision. You will support the production of high-quality lenses by performing basic operations such as lens preparation, sorting, cosmetic inspection, and cleaning. This position is ideal for those looking to start in a hands-on manufacturing environment, with training provided to develop your skills and knowledge of optical processes.

Key Responsibilities

Lens Preparation & Handling:

Clip lenses in preparation for hard coating (HC), ensuring coating type, lens index, and batch paperwork align with production specifications.
Work in a cleanroom environment with awareness of contamination risks.
Clean clips and rings to maintain lens integrity and cleanliness.

Post-Coating Processing:

Remove anti-reflective (AR) coated lenses from coating runs.
Sort and tray lenses accurately according to batch paperwork.
Understand the importance of handling lenses carefully to avoid scratches or defects.

Inspection & Documentation:

Perform cosmetic inspections of lenses.
Identify visible lens flaws and refer any issues to the appropriate team members.
Maintain accurate written and/or computer-based production documentation.

Workplace Organisation & Safety:

Maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times.
Follow all safety guidelines and report any safety concerns to supervisors.

Team Collaboration:

Work within a designated production area, with potential cross-training in additional departments.
Perform other tasks as directed to support the overall production flow.

Qualifications and Skills

No prior experience required; on-the-job training will be provided.
Basic understanding of frames and lenses is beneficial.
Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
May require vision and/or colour hue recognition testing (especially for specific roles like tinting).
Commitment to quality, safety, and cleanliness in a manufacturing environment.

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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