Optics Technician I

Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Via educational outreach and more sustainable business practices, we continuously invest in a brighter future. We recognize that each of our employees is a unique individual with the ability to contribute to our success and seek to find great people who will thrive in our fun, fast-paced culture.

This position works among a team of individuals manufacturing Photonics products for our customers with the assistance of experienced team members. The role entails such functions as kitting, operating machines, and in process measurements.

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

• Able to work in a production area with low degree of difficulty processes.

• Prepare raw materials for processing using blocking methods such as wax, pitch, film, and optical contacting.

• Remove work from tooling and clean/prepare for next process.

• Perform daily maintenance and upkeep of assigned machines in area.

• Basic operation to load and unload optical manufacturing equipment such as cutting, edging, grinding, and polishing machines.