Manufacturing Operator

Thorlabs; Ely; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical technologies company is seeking a Manufacturing Operator in Ely. You will work within the production team, focusing on quality while producing high tolerance components. Responsibilities include operating machinery and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. The role offers customized training and a competitive salary alongside an excellent benefits package including pension and health care. This is an opportunity to grow within a global leader in photonics.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Free refreshments

Entertainment area in canteen

Qualifications

• Practical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• High level of attention to detail and focus.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and practical skills.
• Ability to resolve problems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Work within an allocated team to achieve targets.
• Operate a wide range of precision industrial machinery.
• Record and communicate accurate technical measurements.
• Participate in cross-training to increase experience.
• Support problem solving and quality improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Job description

What is the job?

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 2:35pm to 11:05pm and Fridays 1:05pm to 8:05pm

Department

Tables

Interview process

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

Who we are

Thorlabs is a global, industry leading optical technologies company. We are experts in the design and manufacture of 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.

Where you will be working

Our purpose-built facility is just 12 miles from Cambridge, within the beautiful medieval 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.

What is essential to us

• 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

What we would like you to do/to see

• Working 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
• Maintaining 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

What will you get?

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.

And the benefits are?

Competitive salary to attract the best, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.

Job Reference

THOR-VC-1732

This is a rolling campaign, so we will actively interview applicants. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

We welcome applications from persons who are over 18 years old.

This is a legal requirement, further information is here. School leaving age - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

This role does not currently meet the UK Visas and Immigration criteria for obtaining a Skilled Worker Visa; we are therefore unable to accept applications that require employer sponsorship in order to obtain a Skilled Worker Visa.

All offers of employment are subject to eligibility to work in the UK.

We would encourage all internal applicants to inform their line managers of their interest in this position.

-Contributed Pension Scheme -Group Life Cover -Private Health Care -Group Income Protection & more.

How to apply

Please apply through the Apply for this job button or send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter and your salary expectations to: Human Resources at Thorlabs Ltd, 204 Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely, Cambs, CB6 3NX or e-mail [e-mail].

We are Disability Confident Committed

In line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must have a valid permission to enter or remain in the UK with no condition that prevents them from working in the UK. Documented evidence of such permission will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.