Thorlabs
photonics
QualityTechnician
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“Quality Technician at Thorlabs. Skills: visual inspection, dimensional inspection, calipers, micrometers, reading mechanical drawings, interpret dimensional tolerances, ISO9001 quality standards. Identify non-conformances through specified inspection methods. Ability to perform extremely detailed visual inspections on intricate and delicate parts occasionally performed under microscopes”
What You'll Achieve.
effectively assure vendor & manufacturing compliance to Thorlabs ISO9001 quality standards protecting customers; meet department standards for productivity and quality
Industry & Context.
make quick, accurate pass/fail decisions
stand or sit for long durations, perform repetitious work at times, lift or move objects up to 20 pounds, grasp, manipulate, or assemble parts and components that are often very small, wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment such as but not limited to masks, glasses, gloves, and specialty garments, safe handling and processing of chemicals like adhesives, lubricants and solvents, safe operation of job-related equipment and tools, undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations from time to time
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ability to learn, understand, and effectively apply sampling plans, Skilled in the use of handheld measuring tools and devices including but not limited to calipers and micrometers, Good verbal and written communication skills to operate in both individual and team environments, Capable of reading mechanical drawings and interpret dimensional tolerances, Adaptable to process and procedure changes, Capacity to convert from imperial to metric measurements, Ability to meet department standards for productivity and quality, Computer literacy using MS Office, Outlook, and ERP software is mandatory, Must have the ability to cross train in all areas of the department, including but not limited to visual and dimensional inspection, data entry, laser engravers, and metrology equipment, High attention to detail
Nice to Have
Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred
What You'll Do.
Identify non-conformances through specified inspection methods
Ability to perform extremely detailed visual inspections on intricate and delicate parts occasionally performed under microscopes
Inspections are performed efficiently
with attention to detail
Measurement metrics are reported to keep track of efficiency and quality
Maintain proper records in our Manufacturing Database
Low friction interface to peers/vendors/others in interaction with regards to inspection
Measuring dimensions of optics with calipers and comparing them to manufacturing drawings
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
and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments
cross train in all areas of the department
including but not limited to visual and dimensional inspection
and metrology equipment
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
operate in both individual and team environments; Low friction interface to peers/vendors/others in interaction with regards to inspection
Communication Scope
Good verbal and written communication skills
Full Job Description
At Thorlabs, we design and manufacture components, instruments, and systems that transform the world by identifying, enabling, and accelerating key photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies. Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabs contributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation. Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions from day one. We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture This position exists to effectively assure vendor & manufacturing compliance to Thorlabs ISO9001 quality standards protecting customers. Inspectors perform visual and dimensional inspection of precision parts and make quick, accurate pass/fail decisions on many types of optics including filters, mirrors, crystals, prisms, and lenses as well as mechanical components used in conjunction with optical components. Visual surface quality inspections are often performed under 100 watt bulb in low lit room. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations. **Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:** * Identify non-conformances through specified inspection methods. * Ability to perform extremely detailed visual inspections on intricate and delicate parts occasionally performed under microscopes. * Inspections are performed efficiently, with attention to detail. * Measurement metrics are reported to keep track of efficiency and quality. * Maintain proper records in our Manufacturing Database. * Low friction interface to peers/vendors/others in interaction with regards to inspection. * Measuring dimensions of optics with calipers and comparing them to manufacturing drawings. In additi
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