Product Assembler - Accessories - 3 Month FTC - 2143

Thorlabs; Ely; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributed Pension Scheme

Private Health Care

25 days holiday

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Thorlabs in Ely, UK is seeking a Product Assembler to join the Tables Accessories team. The role is hands-on, focusing on final assembly of tables accessories and lab infrastructure products, with training across related processes to improve quality and output.

You'll work Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm and Friday 7:30am-12:30pm, with a commitment bonus and pension/healthcare benefits. Onsite parking and employee facilities are provided.

Qualifications

• Practical hands-on approach with experience in manufacturing
• High level of detail and ability to maintain focus
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude and practical skills
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
• Proven ability to work in a team

Responsibilities

• Manufacture of Table accessories, primarily laser safety curtains, from parts picking to packing
• Accurate kitting of component parts with high stock accuracy
• Interpretation of work orders and assembly instructions
• Work within a team to meet manufacturing targets
• Accurate processing of relevant paperwork
• Support Team Leaders in workplace initiatives and cross-training
• Contribute to problem solving and quality/performance improvement
• Learn and support in other assembly/inspection roles within Tables Business Unit

Skills

Hands-on

Attention to detail

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Job description

What is the job?

As a Product Assembler 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 completing final assembly of the tables accessory and lab infrastructure products, you will be trained to operate within a wide range of processes and equipment, identifying opportunities to improve product quality and production output. Candidates will also be fully trained to support other areas as required, namely the assembly of Vibration Isolation Systems and MB Breadboard Inspection and Pack.

Working Hours

Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm and Friday 7:30am-12:30pm

Department

Tables Accessories

Interview process

1 stage process following shortlisting – 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 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…

• Manufacture of Table accessories, primarily laser safety curtains, from the picking of piece parts to the packing of the product ready for dispatch
• Accurate kitting of the component parts, maintaining high levels of component stock accuracy
• Correct interpretation of work order and assembly instructions
• Working within an allocated team to achieve scheduled manufacturing targets
• Accurate processing of all associated paperwork
• Demonstrate a willingness to support Team Leaders in the development and implementation of
• workplace initiatives, including but not limited to cross-training and development programmes
• Support and drive problem solving and quality/performance improvement
• Willingness to learn and support in other assembly and inspection roles within the Tables Business Unit

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?

£13.45 per hour, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.

Job Reference

THOR-VC-2143

Commitment bonus

Commitment bonus to be paid at the end of the contract if the relevant criteria has been met. Further information available from [e-mail]

Eligibility requirements

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

Legal information

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

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

Internal applicants

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

Benefits

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

We are Disability Confident Committed

Work authorization information

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.

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.