Seasonal Help - Manufacturing

Thorlabs•Newton, NJ

2d•$18 - $18

About The Position

At Thorlabs, we design and manufacture components, instruments, and systems that transform the world by identifying, enabling, and accelerating key photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies. Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabs contributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation. Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions from day one. We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture. Purpose of the Position This is a temporary seasonal position. School and vacation schedules will be accommodated. Full-time and part-time positions are both available. There is the potential for this role to convert to a permanent position. This position works among a team of individuals manufacturing products for our customers under the guidance of experienced team members. The role entails such functions as kitting, loading/unloading machines, manual machining, and assembly. On the job training will be provided, no experience is necessary. This position will be From Mid May - August Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to: • Assists workers engaged in fabricating and processing materials and parts. • Sorts and counts parts and materials. • Examines parts and materials for defects. • Feeds, loads, or removes parts from machines. • Handle and Clean fiber optic, optical and mechanical components which may include unpacking and repacking. • Must be able to understand written work instructions for a wide range of products to properly manufacture the final product to the highest of quality standards and with zero scrap or rework. • Maintain proper records in our Manufacturing Database. • Ask questions when instructions are not understood or clear. In addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for: • Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures. • Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments. The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Requirements

None required, training will be provided.
Good work ethic.
Strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and comply with high quality standards.
Strong ability to shift from one task to another to address changing production priorities.
Basic mathematic knowledge.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing or hands on work preferred

Responsibilities

Assists workers engaged in fabricating and processing materials and parts.
Sorts and counts parts and materials.
Examines parts and materials for defects.
Feeds, loads, or removes parts from machines.
Handle and Clean fiber optic, optical and mechanical components which may include unpacking and repacking.
Must be able to understand written work instructions for a wide range of products to properly manufacture the final product to the highest of quality standards and with zero scrap or rework.
Maintain proper records in our Manufacturing Database.
Ask questions when instructions are not understood or clear.
Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.