Title

Collimator Assembler 

About the Organization Founded in 1989, Thorlabs seeks to accelerate the forward movement of scientific discovery and advancement! As a vertically integrated manufacturer of photonics components, instruments, and systems, our vast product portfolio includes over 20,000 items, ranging from optics and optomechanical positioning components to imaging systems, many of which are customer inspired.

Photonics is the foremost technology driving innovation in science and engineering. As the number of technological innovations has grown, Thorlabs has extended its core competencies in an effort to play an ever increasing role serving the Photonics Industry at the research end, as well as the industrial, life science, medical, and defense segments.

Headquartered in Newton, NJ, Thorlabs has grown to approximately 2300 employees with manufacturing and sales offices in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Sweden, Japan, China, and Brazil. As light-based technologies push into new markets, Thorlabs plans to enter early with the products and services required to ensure the ultimate success of our customers.  
Category TAP - Advanced Photonics  
Location Corporate Headquarters - Newton, New Jersey  
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Description

Assembler to support the Collimator group in our Optics manufacturing division. Assemblers will be trained in handling and cleaning optics, opto-mechanical assembly, use of various epoxies and basic optical principles and calculations. Applicants who enjoyed and excelled in laboratory classes or enjoy hands on work with small parts would be well suited for this job. Works well in a fast-paced team environment, takes pride in detailed-oriented work, handles production time pressures, and enjoys 'hands-on' work. The candidate will primarily focus on manufacturing orders but may work with engineering on product and process development as needed.

Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:

  • Cleaning, handling and assembly of optical and opto-mechanical components
  • Proper handling and packaging of critical and fragile optical components.
  • Procedure enforcement, maintenance, and cleaning of manufacturing area
  • Mixing and application of glue and epoxies neatly and in proper amounts
  • Must be a detail oriented person.
  • Must work well in a group atmosphere, and comply with high quality standards.
  • Must maintain a safe and clean working environment; must comply with procedures, policies and regulations.
  • Maintain excellent attendance to ensure position responsibilities are met.

Qualifications

Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar position preferred.

Education:

  • High School diploma or equivalent is required, and any additional technical education is a plus

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

  • Must have willingness and ability to quickly learn new processes/procedures.
  • Must have a steady hand with excellent dexterity and eye-hand coordination to inspect, clean and assemble small high precision optics and metal parts using microscope
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to read and follow written assembly procedures.
  • Must be able to use a microscope for a majority of the workday
  • Ability to work independently or with a team in an efficient manner.
  • Strong sense of ownership

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

 
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  

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