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Thorlabs Ltd in Ely (CB6 3NX) is seeking a hands-on Quality Inspections & Packaging operative for a 6-month FTC to join the MBs team. The role is on-site and involves working with a production team to ensure product quality and support assembly of Vibration Isolation Systems and Accessories.
You will be trained across processes and equipment, with opportunities to identify quality improvements and help boost production output while maintaining a safe, efficient workspace.
Company: Thorlabs Ltd
Salary: from £13.45 an hour
Hours: Full-time
Location: Ely, CB6 3NX
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Contract
Posting date: 2 Sept 2026
Closing date: 2 Oct 2026
As part of the MB Inspect and Pack Team 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. 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 Accessories Assembly.