Job Description
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. \n This is a full-time, hands-on production role for an experienced Scientific Glass Blower.
You'll be responsible for manufacturing distortion-free scientific glassware and optical sampling components to exacting specifications. The work involves both freehand bench techniques and machine-based glass forming using lathes, in a fast-paced environment where precision and consistency are critical.This is not an artistic or studio-based role, it's a technical manufacturing position requiring high levels of accuracy and craftsmanship. \n Manufacture precision glassware and optical components using quartz and pyrex \n Interpret and work from technical drawings and production instructions \n Contribute to continuous improvement and production efficiency \n Minimum 5 years' experience in scientific glassblowing (preferably in a production setting)\n Competitive salary based on experience \n Long-term job security in a stable, well-established business \n Company pension scheme \n Private health insurance (after 6 months)\n Company sick pay (after 6 months)\n Employee Assistance Pr...