Manufacturing Operator (Cell 2, First Shift) - 2111

As a Manufacturing Operator you will be very much ‘hands on’ in this physical role, working as part of the production team, expressing a can-do attitude and eye for quality. In addition to producing high tolerance components, critical to the quality of a finished product, you will be trained to operate a wide range of processes and equipment and identify opportunities to improve product quality and production output.

Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 6am to 2:30pm and Fridays 6am to 1pm

Department: Tables

Interview process: 2 stage process following shortlisting – First stage: 30-minute Teams interview, Second stage: Onsite 1 hour interview

Thorlabs is a global, industry leading optical technologies company. We are experts in the design and manufacture or a range of innovative photonics products. We use these products in manufacturing and research, from fibre optics to piezo motors. We are the gold standard with optics laboratories worldwide. There are now 22 facilities across the world in 9 countries. Here in Ely, we are responsible for the Motion Control and Optical Tables product line.

Our purpose-built facility is just 12 miles from Cambridge, within the beautiful mediaeval city of Ely. There are train and bus links to Ely from Kings Cross and Liverpool Street London, and our site is within distance of Ely train station and Ely Bus station.

A practical ‘hands on’ approach with experience in a manufacturing environment

High level of attention to detail and the ability to maintain focus

Good verbal and written communication skills

Good level of mechanical aptitude and practical skill is desired

Adhering to core values and driven positive attitude

Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly

Proven ability to work in a team environment

Work within an allocated team to achieve scheduled manufacturing targets

You will be trained and developed to set and operate a wide range of precision industrial machinery

Maintain high levels of attention to detail at all times, recording and communicating accurate technical measurements and readings

Communicate product status accurately via the production control system and associated paperwork

Participate in cross-training to increase knowledge and experience of the Tables Business Unit

Support and drive problem solving and quality/performance improvement

At Thorlabs there are lots of opportunities for inhouse customised training and development that accelerates your career progression. We have free onsite parking, free refreshments, as well as an entertainment area in our large canteen for your enjoyment.