Product Assembler - Vibration Isolation Systems (VIS) - 2271
Role Overview
Thorlabs is a global, industry leading optical technologies company. We are experts in the design and manufacture or a range of innovative photonics products. We use these products in manufacturing and research, from fibre optics to piezo motors. We are the gold standard with optics laboratories worldwide. There are now 22 facilities across the world in 9 countries. Here in Ely, we are responsible for the Motion Control and Optical Tables product line.
Where you will be working?
Our purpose-built facility is just 12 miles from Cambridge, within the beautiful mediaeval city of Ely. There are train and bus links to Ely from Kings Cross and Liverpool Street London, and our site is within distance of Ely train station and Ely Bus station.
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Who we are?
Thorlabs is a global, industry leading optical technologies company. We are experts in the design and manufacture or a range of innovative photonics products. We use these products in manufacturing and research, from fibre optics to piezo motors. We are the gold standard with optics laboratories worldwide. There are now 22 facilities across the world in 9 countries. Here in Ely, we are responsible for the Motion Control and Optical Tables product line.
Where you will be working?
Our purpose-built facility is just 12 miles from Cambridge, within the beautiful mediaeval city of Ely. There are train and bus links to Ely from Kings Cross and Liverpool Street London, and our site is within distance of Ely train station and Ely Bus station.
Requirements
- What is essential to us...
- · A practical ‘hands on’ approach with experience in a manufacturing environment
- · High level of attention to detail and the ability to maintain focus
- · Good verbal and written communication skills
- · Good level of mechanical aptitude and practical skill is desired
- · Adhering to core values and driven positive attitude
- · Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
- · Proven ability to work in a team environment
- What will you get?
- At Thorlabs there are lots of opportunities for inhouse customised training and development that accelerates your career progression. We have free onsite parking, free refreshments, as well as an entertainment area in our large canteen for your enjoyment.
- And the benefits are?
- £13.45 per hour, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.
- Job Reference: THOR-VC-2271
- This is a rolling campaign, so we will actively interview applicants. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
- We welcome applications from persons who are over 18 years old.
- This is a legal requirement, further information is here School leaving age - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
- This role does not currently meet the UK Visas and Immigration criteria for obtaining a Skilled Worker Visa we are therefore unable to accept applications that require employer sponsorship in order to obtain a Skilled Worker Visa.
- All offers of employment are subject to eligibility to work in the UK.
- We would encourage all internal applicants to inform their line managers of their interest in this position.
Benefits
- -Contributed Pension Scheme -Group Life Cover -Private Health Care -Group Income Protection & more.
- Please apply through the Apply for this job button or send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter and your salary expectations to: Human Resources at Thorlabs Ltd, 204 Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely, Cambs, CB6 3NX or e-mail [email protected].
- We are Disability Confident Committed
- In line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must have a valid permission to enter or remain in the UK with no condition that prevents them from working in the UK. Documented evidence of such permission will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred Qualifications
- · Good level of mechanical aptitude and practical skill is desired
About Thorlabs
Privately held photonics manufacturer designing and making components, instruments, and systems for scientific research and industry.
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