Manufacturing Operator (MBs, First Shift) - 1617

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

Job summary

A leading optical technologies company in Ely is seeking a Manufacturing Operator to join their production team. You will operate precision machinery and contribute to quality improvement efforts. Ideal candidates will have experience in manufacturing and strong attention to detail. This role offers competitive pay at £12.65 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including pension and health care.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Free refreshments

Customization training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to maintain focus on tasks.
• Proven ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Work within a team to achieve manufacturing targets.
• Operate precision industrial machinery.
• Maintain detailed technical measurements.

Skills

Practical manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

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 6am to 2:30pm and Fridays 6am to 1pm

Department:

MB’s 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 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.

Where you will be working?

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.

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…

• 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
• 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?

£12.65 per hour, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.

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

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.