Machine Shop Manufacturing Technician I

At Thorlabs, we design and manufacture components, instruments, and systems that transform the world by identifying, enabling, and accelerating key photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies. Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabs contributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation.

Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions from day one. We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture.

The machine shop manufacturing technician is responsible for supporting all manufacturing at MBU and automation of the machine shop. They will work as part of the process improvement team to continually improve the day-to-day operation of MBU. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, at certain times, it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.

Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:

• Successfully support manufacturing/automation on shop floor; hands-on approach.
• Improve machining prints, process sheets, jigs/tooling, high-density fixturing, design, etc.
• Identify and implement New Production Metrics to drive output and quality to reduce NCR’s.
• Improve