Photonics Assembly Technician I — Growth & Impact

Thorlabs; New Jersey; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

PTO

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Thorlabs in Newton, NJ, is hiring for a production associate to support the assembly of photonics components. The role involves kitting, basic assembly, and performing measurements to ensure quality.

You will work with metrology devices and alignment tools, with safety procedures always in place. Minimum 1 year in manufacturing or related technical education is expected, along with the ability to read instructions and use basic computer tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience or related technical education.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read written work instructions and technical drawings.
• Comfortable with PPE and safety procedures.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Kitting necessary components for batch production.
• Assemble products using mechanical fasteners and epoxies.
• Perform visual and mechanical measurement with metrology devices.
• Align components with jigs, indicators, and laser test stations.
• Package products for next process step or final customer.
• Maintain records in Manufacturing Database.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Basic math

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Thorlabs in Newton, NJ, is hiring for a production associate to support the assembly of photonics components. The role involves kitting, basic assembly, and performing measurements to ensure quality.

You will work with metrology devices and alignment tools, with safety procedures always in place. Minimum 1 year in manufacturing or related technical education is expected, along with the ability to read instructions and use basic computer tools.