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Umicore

Optical Coating Technician

Umicore

. Prepare and operate a variety of thin-film optical coating machines and equipment .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeDundee • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating thin-film optical coating machines and conducting environmental performance testing while ensuring adherence to health and safety procedures. Possesses strong attention to detail and manual dexterity, contributing to high-quality production outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Thin-Film Optical CoatingPC/PLC Based Machinery OperationEnvironmental Performance TestingAttention to Detail5S Methodology

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Hard Skills
Thin-Film Optical CoatingEnvironmental Performance TestingPC/PLC Based Machinery OperationPrecision Optics InspectionData Collection and Analysis
Soft Skills
Initiative-Taking MindsetFlexibilityTeam CollaborationAttention to DetailManual Dexterity
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeOptical Coating Machines
Industry Keywords
Production EnvironmentContinuous ImprovementHealth and Safety ProceduresSpecification DrawingsSystem Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Prepare and operate a variety of thin-film optical coating machines and equipment
  • Load, unload, and inspect precision optics
  • Scan post-production parts to collect reflection, absorption, and transmission data
  • Conduct environmental performance testing of optics
  • Interpret specification drawings and ensure machine set-up is correct
  • Monitor production to help avoid system failures and coating defects
  • Exceed customer expectations with high quality and yields
  • Adhere to company health and safety procedures
  • Work as a team to succeed
  • Report directly to the Production Supervisor

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • An initiative-taking mindset and a flexible approach to work
  • Good manual dexterity skills and a high level of attention to detail
  • The ability to read and understand job orders/instructions
  • Experience with operating PC/PLC based machinery
  • Comfortable working independently and as part of our team
  • Awareness of 5S and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel)
  • Experience in similar production environment may be an advantage, but not essential

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 37.5 hour working week (Mon-Fri) plus overtime potential
  • 28-day holiday allowance incl. bank holidays
  • Eligible for performance related bonus scheme after 3-month probation period
  • Pension: Up to 6% employee match after 3-month probation period
  • Full training will be provided
  • Collaborative and inclusive work culture
  • Equal opportunities for all employees
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities