Manufacturing Operator (Cell 1, First Shift) - 1555

What is the job?As a Manufacturing Operator you will be very much ‘hands on' in this physical role, working as part of the production team, expressing a can-do attitude and eye for quality. In addition to producing high tolerance components, critical to the quality of a finished product, you will be trained to operate a wide range of processes and equipment and identify opportunities to improve product quality and production output.Working Hours: - Monday to Thursday 6am to 2:30pm and Fridays 6am to 1pmDepartment: TablesInterview process: 2 stage process following shortlisting - First stage: 30 minute Teams interviewSecond stage: OnSite 1 hour interviewWho 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.RequirementsWhat is essential to us...A practical ‘hands on' approach with experience in a manufacturing environmentHigh level of attention to detail and the ability to maintain focusGood verbal and written communication skillsGood level of mechanical aptitude and practical skill is desiredAdhering to core values and driven positive attitudeAbility to identify and resolve problems quicklyProven ability to work in a team environment What We Would Like You To Do/to See...Work within an allocated team to achieve scheduled manufacturing targetsYou will be trained and developed to set and operate a wide range of precision industrial machineryMaintain high levels of attention to detail at all times, recording and communicating accurate technical measurements and readingsCommunicate product status accurately via the production control system and associated paperworkParticipate in cross-training to increase knowledge and experience of the Tables Business Unit Support and drive problem solving and quality/performance improvementWhat 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?£12.65 per hour, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.Job Reference: THOR-VC-1555This 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. We would encourage all internal applicants to inform their line managers of their interest in this position.BenefitsContributed Pension Scheme -Group Life Cover -Private Health Care -Group Income Protection & morePlease 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 recruitment@thorlabs.com.We are Disability Confident CommittedIn 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.