Manufacturing Operator (MBs, Second Shift) - 1657 in Ely

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 2.35pm to 11.05pm and Fridays 1.05pm to 8.05pm

What we would like you to do:

• Work within an allocated team to achieve scheduled manufacturing targets
• You will be trained and developed to set and operate a wide range of precision industrial machinery
• Maintaining high levels of attention to detail at all times, recording and communicating accurate technical measurements and readings
• Communicate product status accurately via the production control system and associated paperwork
• Participate in cross-training to increase knowledge and experience of the Tables Business Unit
• Support and drive problem solving and quality/performance improvement

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 in-house 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 + 15% uplift, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.

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.

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 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.