FULL TIME
SAN GWANN, MALTA
FULL DAY
11 September 2026
Ref: 452834

We’re looking for a motivated Machine Operator to work in our optical lens laboratory. You’ll operate high-precision machines and help produce top-quality lenses used in eyewear. Full training is provided, along with great benefits and room to grow.

We are looking for a Machine Operator to work in our optical lens manufacturing laboratory. This is an exciting and challenging position, with good advancement and prospects for the right applicant. REQUIREMENTS Excellent fine motor skills Good verbal communication skills (English and Maltese) Able to work as part of a team (excellent team player) Must be diligent, self-motivated and a persevering person Drive and motivation to produce the best possible product on the market KEY RESPONSIBILITIES On a day to day basis the selected candidate will be working in the optical laboratory operating various machines involved in the manufacturing process of optical lenses for the eye-wear industry. Experience as a machine operator and experience in basic computer applications will be considered an asset. The selected applicant will be given full training in our manufacturing department. WORKING HOURS 7am - 3.30pm (Monday - Friday) 40hrs / week BENEFITS Additional Benefits offered by the company such as free private health insurance, fruit and freshly ground coffee at the office, annual performance bonus, yearly company product vouchers and regular team events. WANT TO KNOW MORE? We are a specialist organisation operating within the optical industry and has been serving the local market for over forty years. If you are interested in the role apply now. We are looking forward to receiving your application!

Profiles

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PROFILE 1

Language

Reading

Speaking

Understanding

Writing

ENGLISH

ISCED Level: Upper secondary education - Level (3)

Competencies

Ensure conformity of operation on installations (default settings, safety, environment...)
Enter, reset or change automation program; transfer it to a PLC (programmable logic controller)
Clean and maintain machines, equipment, peripherals
Check condition and function of machine, position machines in accordance with processes
Clean and set up material and equipment
Enter and check the setting parameters or programming of machines and material
Determine causes of malfunctions of machines/installations; adjust setting parameters and perform interventions
Detect malfunctions and adjust settings
Define settings of equipment/tools (speed, flow, rhythm...) based on technical plans/specifications/equipment capacity...
Mount metal platelets, cut stones... Mount parts (place, set...)
Prepare samples. Set up tests and trials according to protocol
Adjust machines via a selection of programmes or the application and control of the production parameters
Check functioning of machines and safety equipment and report malfunctions
Check and maintain installations (cleaning, lubricating...)
Perform precautionary or corrective basic maintenance of machines or equipment
Adjust machine settings (valves, augers...), automated controls or measuring instruments
Analyse data for follow-up of production (cost-benefit analysis, energy consumption...). Decide on corrective actions
Determine required machines and equipment. Check suitability, performance of new equipment (measurements...)
Execute specific actions on installations: supply machines with materials or raw materials
Adjust setting of machines and equipment, taking product type into account (weight, humidity, resistance...)
Specific domain: engineering (machines)
Take samples of materials or products and analyse
Fine-tune automated production equipment (setting parameters, resetting...)
Perform machine processing: adjust
Set installation or select right program
Maintain machines and tools
Operate: simple machine
Operate: automatically controlled machine
Operate: complex machine
Operate: different machines in one shift
Perform work: operate and maintain machines and installations
Check products (resistance, dimensions, weight...); detect deviations
Check operation of machines and equipment during production
Check safety provisions and start machines
Identify malfunctions on machines and devices. Carry out simple interventions if necessary
Perform basic maintenance of machines and equipment
Start up machine or installation and follow-up production process
Mount attachments. Adjust machine or select programme
Input parameters (speed, flowrate, temperature...). Start up machine or line (of machines) and monitor
Select production data and set parameters (quantity, dosage, mixture..)
Test and check safety systems and adjust settings of mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic... Parts

Past Experience

Occupation

Experience(months)

MACHINE OPERATOR, GENERIC

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Salary: €12,000-15,000 per year

Machine Operator (optical Lens Manufacturing Laboratory)

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