GBvi is a growing company, operating in a niche market supplying products and related services to projection display integrators in Simulation & Training, Entertainment, Museums, Gaming and other industries. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic team member with a broad practical background to be a key member of the company, to carry out a wide range of activities, from manufacture of optical parts through assembly of small-batch opto-mechanical products, assisting with demonstration display set-up and working out how to pack products for international shipping – and whatever is needed (within reason!) to help us develop and grow.

Full training will be provided and there will be excellent opportunity to progress.

General Role and Responsibilities

• Inspect, assemble and pack opto-mechanical products.
• Produce high-performance optical blend components, using bespoke in-house manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Support Engineering in assembly and test of products in development, production and trouble-shooting situations.
• Operate and help to develop the Kanban stock control system to ensure smooth production flow
• Drive efficiency improvement through process development and implementation.
• Assist in facilities maintenance on occasion.

Specifics and day-to-day Activities, Including but not limited to:

• Building and inspecting mechanical assemblies to Engineering drawings
• Electrical/Electronic assembly – soldering, wiring and testing
• Optical assembly – Optical blend mask production in a clean environment taking appropriate handling precautions
• Projector testing
• Maintaining accurate records and status updates within GBVI’s ERP system.
• Set up for demos and trade shows (such as demo rig/stand design and build)

Anticipated training requirements:

• Optical blend mask manufacturing processes
• Company packing and shipping processes
• Mechanical drawing interpretation and product assembly
• GBVI ERP system and company processes
• Other skills as required (e.g., electronic assembly, soldering, projector set-up etc.)

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Demonstrable literacy for documenting results and updating procedures.
• Preferably GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English.
• Other relevant experience and background will be considered, particularly relating to practical hands-on skills.

Essential Skills & other requirements

• Enthusiasm, willingness to learn and enjoys a challenge.
• Resourceful, dedicated & able to work under pressure.
• Good written and verbal communication
• Good team player
• Able to multitask without missing deadlines or compromising on quality
• Practice continual personal development and improvement.

Preferred Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel & Word)
• Experience working with Autodesk Inventor or similar CAD
• Use of measurement equipment (e.g., laser measures, calipers, SLR camera, multimeters)

Location: this is an office-based role at our head office in Ditchling, Sussex

To apply, please send a CV and cover letter to julie@gbvi.co.uk.

NO AGENCIES, PLEASE