Entry-Level Optics Assembler – Team-Based Manufacturing

Thorlabs; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

Generous PTO package

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Thorlabs in Newton, NJ is hiring for a position on our manufacturing team. No prior experience required; on-the-job training will be provided as you learn kitting, assembling, and packaging of precision optics and related components.

You will follow written work instructions, maintain records in our manufacturing database, and work safely in a fast paced environment. The role offers an entry point into photonics with room to grow within a diverse, team-oriented company.

Qualifications

• Experience: 0 to 6 months, on-the-job training will be provided.
• Experience in manufacturing or hands-on work preferred.
• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Understand written work instructions to assemble final products to high quality standards with minimal scrap or rework.
• Handle and clean specialty optics, precision optics, and mechanical components.
• Assemble components and products of varying size and complexity, including preparation, cleaning, and inspection of parts.
• Maintain proper records in the manufacturing database and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Quality mindset

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Thorlabs in Newton, NJ is hiring for a position on our manufacturing team. No prior experience required; on-the-job training will be provided as you learn kitting, assembling, and packaging of precision optics and related components.

You will follow written work instructions, maintain records in our manufacturing database, and work safely in a fast paced environment. The role offers an entry point into photonics with room to grow within a diverse, team-oriented company.