General Helper - Material Handling

Thorlabs•Newton, NJ

12d

About The Position

Thorlabs is hiring a General Helper - Material Handling to support a team manufacturing customer products. 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 will handle and clean specialty fiber optics, precision optics, and mechanical components; follow written work instructions to meet quality standards and minimize scrap or rework; maintain manufacturing database records; and help keep the work area safe, clean, and organized. The position requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to adjust to changing production priorities. The hourly rate is $18.00.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and comply with high quality standards.
Good work ethic.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to shift between tasks in response to changing production priorities.
Basic mathematics knowledge.
Proficiency in basic computer skills, such as Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing or hands-on work is preferred.

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 quality standards, aiming for zero scrap or rework.
Maintain proper records in the Manufacturing Database.
Ask questions when instructions are unclear or not understood.
Comply with the company safety program and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Meet company standards for quantity and quality of work and comply with company policies, procedures, and workplace behavior directives.
Perform other duties as assigned by the company.