Technician II - Fiber Components

Thorlabs•Morganville, NJ

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Technician II fabricates, assembles, processes, and tests optical fiber components and assemblies in Thorlabs’ Vytran Business Unit. The role supports production, engineering projects, and new product introduction activities, and applies specialized fiber-processing expertise to troubleshoot processes, support product development, and help transition new products and technologies into manufacturing. The position is based in Morganville, New Jersey, but duties may occasionally be required at other Thorlabs locations. The Technician II works from work instructions, drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation; performs advanced fiber-processing operations; and assembles, inspects, tests, cleans, and packages complex fiber-optic components, assemblies, and modules. The role also analyzes test results, troubleshoots product and process issues, supports engineering and process-improvement work, maintains production and test equipment and records, and may train or assist less experienced technicians. The work may involve sedentary tasks, prolonged sitting or standing, repetitive work, and handling very small parts requiring steady hands and good hand-eye coordination. Employees may exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, may encounter acetone and epoxy, and may work in noisy cell areas. The hourly pay range is $24.50–$31.00, depending on experience. Thorlabs offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, PTO, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Requirements

Minimum 4 years of experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or field service environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong attention to detail and a self-starting approach.
Proficiency using computers, including MS Office, and communication tools.
Ability to multitask and shift between tasks to meet production priorities.
Ability to clearly communicate, read, and write in English.
Proficiency in reading assembly drawings and instructions and familiarity with basic hand tools.
Steady hand and good hand-eye coordination for manipulating or assembling small parts and components.
Ability to exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally.
Ability to perform work that may involve prolonged sitting or standing and repetitive tasks.

Nice To Haves

Soldering experience.
Some further education in a related field.

Responsibilities

Follow work instructions, drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation to build and test products to quality standards.
Perform advanced fiber-processing operations, including stripping, splicing, recoating, thermally expanded core (TEC) fabrication, and fiber lensing.
Assemble, inspect, test, clean, and package complex fiber-optic components, assemblies, and modules.
Perform optical, mechanical, and environmental testing using established measurement methods and equipment.
Analyze test results, identify performance trends, and troubleshoot product or process issues.
Support engineering activities related to process development, product improvement, and new product introduction.
Notify Engineering of recurring failures, equipment issues, process limitations, and opportunities for improvement.
Follow and support calibration, preventive maintenance, and operating procedures for production and test equipment.
Complete projects using working knowledge of optical, mechanical, and electronic systems.
Train or assist less experienced technicians in manufacturing and testing procedures as required.
Maintain accurate production, test, and process documentation.
Meet company standards for work quantity and quality and perform work in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Follow company policies, procedures, and directives regarding workplace behavior.
Undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations when required.