General Helper

Thorlabs•Newton, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The General Helper performs a variety of technical operations in support of the machine shop, with a focus on assisting CNC Machinists and contributing to the shop’s workflow. The role works under general supervision and requires attention to both quality and productivity. The position is based in Newton, New Jersey, though duties at other Thorlabs locations may occasionally be required. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in a maintenance shop or manufacturing environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong sense of ethical conduct.
Ability to take initiative and ownership.
Ability to work well in a group and comply with high quality standards.
Ability to shift between tasks to address changing production priorities.
Ability to solve practical problems and handle concrete variables where standardization is limited.
Ability to interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and perform repetitive work.
Ability to lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
Ability to grasp, manipulate, or assemble small parts and components.
Ability to wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment, including masks, glasses, gloves, and specialty garments.

Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance, including sweeping, mopping, and emptying trash cans.
Unload trucks, cut stock, and deliver materials to designated machines efficiently.
Machine parts on manual equipment with guidance from the setup crew.
Run production parts on CNC machines, deburr parts, and operate a laser engraver.
Finish parts by tumbling machined parts, polishing extrusions, and bead blasting.
Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean, orderly work areas.
Meet company standards for the quantity and quality of work performed.
Perform work in compliance with company policies, procedures, and directives regarding workplace behavior.
Undertake other duties as assigned.