Diamond Turning Technician

Job Purpose As a Single Point Diamond Turning Technician within the Fabrication Team, you will be responsible for the manufacture of precision infrared and visible optical components to exacting customer specifications. You will set, operate and optimise ultra precision diamond turning machinery to produce optical surfaces with high dimensional accuracy and exceptional surface finish requirements. The role involves machining a variety of optical materials while maintaining micron and sub micron tolerances, carrying out dimensional and surface quality inspections, and ensuring all components conform to drawing, process and customer requirements. You will be expected to take ownership of your work from machine setup and process preparation through to final inspection, maintaining the highest standards of quality, cleanliness, workmanship and traceability throughout the manufacturing process. Key Responsibilities Set, operate and optimise Single Point Diamond Turning machines to manufacture precision optical components. Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and manufacturing documentation accurately. Manufacture components to micron and sub micron dimensional tolerances and optical surface quality requirements. Select and install appropriate tooling, fixtures and machine parameters for production activities. Verify machine set up, tooling condition and process parameters prior to manufacture. Produce first off components and conduct in process inspections to ensure ..... full job details .....