Optical Glazing Technician
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
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| Salary: | £20 to £20 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | B25 8AA |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 26 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 25 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Thorn Baker are currently recruiting for an experienced Glazer/Fitter to join an established optical manufacturing company in Birmingham on a night shift.
Job Details
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Pay: £20 per hour
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Hours: 10:00pm–6:00am
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Days: Monday–Friday
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Contract: Minimum 2-month assignment
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Location: Birmingham
The Role
You will be responsible for glazing and fitting spectacles to a high standard, ensuring orders are completed accurately and within required timescales.
Key responsibilities include:
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Glazing, fitting, edging, blocking and mounting lenses.
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Reading and accurately interpreting lens and frame specifications.
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Edging and assembling frames using hand edge machines.
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Carrying out tracing, marking, blocking, edging and mounting.
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Rimless glazing where required.
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Completing repairs and adjustments.
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Carrying out final quality inspections.
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Prioritising urgent customer orders.
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Maintaining productivity and quality targets.
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Operating machinery safely and reporting any faults.
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Completing clear handovers to the day team.
About You
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Previous experience in glazing, optical manufacturing or a similar production environment.
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Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
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Able to work to quality and productivity targets.
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Comfortable working independently on a night shift.
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Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
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Reliable and organised with a strong eye for detail.
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Experience with rimless glazing would be advantageous.
If you have the relevant experience and are available for a night shift, apply today or contact Thorn Baker for more information.
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