General Helper - Material Handling

Thorlabs•Newton, NJ

13d

About The Position

Thorlabs is seeking a General Helper to work on a team manufacturing products for customers under the guidance of experienced team members. The role includes kitting, loading and unloading machines, and manual machining. On-the-job training is provided, and no prior experience is required. The employee assists with fabrication and processing of materials and parts, including sorting, counting, inspecting, feeding, loading, and removing items from machines. The position also handles and cleans specialty fiber optics, precision optics, and mechanical components. Employees must follow written work instructions to manufacture products to high quality standards, maintain manufacturing database records, ask questions when instructions are unclear, and follow safety practices while keeping the work area clean and organized. Work may involve standing or sitting for long durations and repetitive tasks. Employees may lift or move objects up to 20 pounds and must manipulate or assemble often very small parts. The work environment is usually moderately noisy, but may be noisy at times. Appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment are required, including items such as masks, glasses, gloves, and specialty garments. Required PPE and training support safe handling and processing of chemicals such as adhesives, lubricants, and solvents, as well as safe operation of job-related equipment and tools. The hourly rate is $18.00.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work in a team environment and comply with high quality standards.
Good work ethic.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to shift from one task to another as production priorities change.
Basic mathematics knowledge.
Proficiency in basic computer skills such as Microsoft Office.
Ability to lift or move objects up to 20 pounds.
Ability to grasp, manipulate, or assemble often very small parts and components.
Ability to wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing or hands-on work.

Responsibilities

Assist workers engaged in fabricating and processing materials and parts.
Sort and count parts and materials.
Examine parts and materials for defects.
Feed, load, or remove parts from machines.
Handle and clean specialty fiber optics, precision optics, and mechanical components.
Follow written work instructions to manufacture products to high quality standards, with a goal of zero scrap or rework.
Maintain proper records in the Manufacturing Database.
Ask questions when instructions are not understood or clear.
Comply with the company safety program and maintain a clean and organized work area.
Meet company standards for the quantity and quality of work and perform tasks in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Adhere to company policies, procedures, and directives regarding workplace behavior.