Title Supplier Quality Technician  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 Mechanics   Location Corporate Headquarters - Newton, New Jersey   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Description The Supplier Quality Technician for the Mechanics group is responsible for, but not limited to, coordination of the growing supply chain for custom precision machined components to meet the current and future needs of the company. This individual will communicate and maintain the high quality manufacturing standards for Thorlabs' components and products. They will uphold and create vendor relations by providing pricing feedback, communicating technical support and issue resolutions, offering guidance/training and product samples. The ideal candidate should be highly organized with a vast attention to detail bringing energy, enthusiasm, and a strong willingness to learn supply chain management and identify quality in order to deliver the best value to our customers. This position works under general supervision and direction within a manufacturing team environment. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, it would be required to travel to vendor facilities (mainly local) and possibly other Thorlabs locations. Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to: Run vendor capacity, quality, and on-time performance reports for critical suppliers. Communicate underperforming suppliers to management. Request and organize product quotations and pricing communications. Suggest primary suppliers based on performance reports. Forward blueprint errors and supplier feedback to engineering or purchasing departments. Participate in supplier visits, audits, and evaluations. Communicate and assist with troubleshooting or resolution of vendor related issues and concerns. Review price increases and requote when necessary; communicate product margin concerns to management. Learn to research, qualify, assist, and review new machining vendors while providing samples, reviewing Thorlabs' Manufacturing Standards, and offering best practice tips. Suggest ways to improve and grow the manufacturing supply chain. Maintain awareness of critical inventory conditions and product urgencies while communicating production, manufacture, and supply concerns to management. Assist and ensure suppliers meet Thorlabs' Manufacturing Standards and performance expectations. Qualifications Experience: 0-5 years experience within a supply chain or manufacturing environment. Education: High school diploma, trade school, or related certification required. Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Computer proficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Knowledge of machine shop equipment and blueprint understanding a plus. Capable of problem solving and decision-making skills. Strong ability to work independently within a team environment. Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking skills. Strong sense of ownership and work ethic. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 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.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://thorlabs.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found --

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