Thorlabs

photonics

OpticsTechnician2ndShift

$0–0k Newton, New Jersey, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Optics Technician 2nd Shift at Thorlabs. Skills: manufacturing, optics, photonics, machine operation, measurement. kitting. operating machines”

What You'll Achieve.

produce components such as windows, mirrors, prisms, filters, and lenses; manufacture the final product to the highest of quality standards; goal of zero scrap or rework; Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis

Industry & Context.

photonics
Eligibility Requirements

2nd Shift, physical demands: stand or sit for long durations, perform repetitious work, lift or move objects up to 20 pounds, grasp/manipulate/assemble small parts, work environment: moderate noise level, may be noisy at times, must be able to wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment (masks, glasses, gloves, specialty garments), safe handling and processing of chemicals (adhesives, lubricants, solvents), safe operation of job-related equipment and tools, may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing experience or related technical education, High School Diploma or equivalent, Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and comply with high quality standards, Good work ethic, attention to detail, ability to shift from one task to another to address changing production priorities, Basic mathematic knowledge, Proficient in basic computer skills such as Microsoft Office, Able to work in a production area with low degree of difficulty processes, Prepare raw materials for processing using blocking methods such as wax, pitch, film, and optical contacting, Remove work from tooling and clean/prepare for next process, Perform daily maintenance and upkeep of assigned machines in area, Basic operation to load and unload optical manufacturing equipment such as cutting, edging, grinding, and polishing machines, Utilization of conventional, double-sided, and CNC based equipment to work on glass and crystal materials to produce components such as windows, mirrors, prisms, filters, and lenses, Introduction to visual and mechanical measurement of parts using metrology devices such as eye loupes, microscopes, calipers, micrometers, and indicators, Handle and Clean Specialty Fiber Optics, Precision Optics, and mechanical components, Sort and count parts and materials, Examine parts and materials for defects, Must be able to understand written work instructions and technical drawings for a wide range of products to properly manufacture the final product to the highest of quality standards with a goal of zero scrap or rework, Maintain proper records in our Manufacturing Database, Comply with the company safety program and maintain a clean and organized work area, Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures, Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments, Work may be active, could stand or sit for long durations and/or perform repetitious work at times, The employee may lift or move objects up to 20 pounds, Employees must grasp, manipulate, or assemble parts and components that are often very small, Must be able to wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment such as but not limited to masks, glasses, gloves, and specialty garments, The required PPE and training allow for the safe handling and processing of chemicals like adhesives, lubricants and solvents, and safe operation of job-related equipment and tools

What You'll Do.

in process measurements

Prepare raw materials for processing

Remove work from tooling and clean/prepare for next process

Perform daily maintenance and upkeep of assigned machines

Basic operation to load and unload optical manufacturing equipment

Utilization of conventional

and CNC based equipment to work on glass and crystal materials

Introduction to visual and mechanical measurement of parts

Handle and Clean Specialty Fiber Optics

and mechanical components

Sort and count parts and materials

Examine parts and materials for defects

Understand written work instructions and technical drawings

Properly manufacture the final product to the highest of quality standards

Maintain proper records in our Manufacturing Database

Participate in Continuous Improvement efforts

Comply with the company safety program

Maintain a clean and organized work area

Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed

Performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures

Adhering to Company policies

and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

work among a team of individuals manufacturing Photonics products; assistance of experienced team members; Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment

Communication Scope

understand written work instructions and technical drawings

Full Job Description

Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Via educational outreach and more sustainable business practices, we continuously invest in a brighter future. We recognize that each of our employees is a unique individual with the ability to contribute to our success and seek to find great people who will thrive in our fun, fast-paced culture. This position works among a team of individuals manufacturing Photonics products for our customers with the assistance of experienced team members. The role entails such functions as kitting, operating machines, and in process measurements. **Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:** • Able to work in a production area with low degree of difficulty processes. • Prepare raw materials for processing using blocking methods such as wax, pitch, film, and optical contacting. • Remove work from tooling and clean/prepare for next process. • Perform daily maintenance and upkeep of assigned machines in area. • Basic operation to load and unload optical manufacturing equipment such as cutting, edging, grinding, and polishing machines. • Utilization of conventional, double-sided, and CNC based equipment to work on glass and crystal materials to produce components such as windows, mirrors, prisms, filters, and lenses. • Introduction to visual and mechanical measurement of parts using metrology devices such as eye loupes, microscopes, calipers, micrometers, and indicators. • Handle and Clean Specialty Fiber Optics, Precision Optics, and mechanical components. • Sort and count parts and materials. • Examine parts and materials for defects. • Must be able to understand written work instructions and tech

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