Manufacturing Operator (Cell 2, Second Shift) - 3 Month FTC - 1597

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

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Manufacturing Operator in Ely, UK. The role requires hands-on involvement in the production process, with a focus on quality and teamwork. Key responsibilities include operating industrial machinery and maintaining attention to detail. The position offers an hourly wage of £12.65 plus benefits such as healthcare and holiday pay.

Benefits

£12.65 per hour + 15% uplift

Pension

Health care

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Free onsite parking

Free refreshments

Canteen entertainment area

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is highly desired.
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Strong mechanical skills and practical abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Achieve scheduled manufacturing targets as part of a team.
• Set and operate various industrial machinery.
• Record and communicate accurate technical measurements.
• Participate in cross-training for the Tables Business Unit.
• Drive problem-solving and performance improvements.

Skills

Hands-on approach

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving ability

Teamwork

Job description

Job Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Work within an allocated team to achieve scheduled manufacturing targets
• Train and develop 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

Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

£12.65 per hour + 15% uplift, pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays. Free onsite parking, free refreshments and a canteen entertainment area.

Work Hours

Monday to Thursday 2:35 pm to 11:05 pm and Friday 1:05 pm to 8:05 pm.

How to Apply

Apply now before the rolling campaign closes. Contact us at [e-mail] and reference THOR‑VC‑1597.

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.