Electro-Mechanical Assembler (Second Shift) - 1364
Electro-Mechanical Assembler (Second Shift) - 1364
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What is the job?
As an Electro-Mechanical Assembler within Motion Control, you are responsible for assembling products to a high-quality standard, by following specific standard operating procedures. Our product portfolio ranges in different levels of complexity, some products can be simple assemblies taking approximately 15 minutes and other products can take up to 10 hours assembly time.
What is the job?
As an Electro-Mechanical Assembler within Motion Control, you are responsible for assembling products to a high-quality standard, by following specific standard operating procedures. Our product portfolio ranges in different levels of complexity, some products can be simple assemblies taking approximately 15 minutes and other products can take up to 10 hours assembly time.
Working Hours: 2nd Shift - Monday to Thursday 4:45pm to 1:45am and Friday 12:45pm to 5:45pm
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?
You'll be working in our new purpose-built facility in Witchford, Ely. 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...
* Electro-Mechanical, Soldering or Assembly experience is desirable
* Experience of working to precise tolerances would be beneficial
* Have a ‘can do' attitude and you are flexible to adapt to the needs of your team and our customer base
* Communicate clearly with colleagues and Team Leaders on any production related issues
* Take pride in your work - ensuring that after a training period every product you build is to the required quality standard
* A positive approach to continuous improvement activities
What We Would Like You To Do/ To See...
* Assembly of products to a high-quality standard
* Handling of small mechanical components
* Soldering
* Following onscreen documented Standard Operating Procedures
* Carrying out administrative tasks when required
* Daily tasks to ensure your workstation and surrounding areas are compliant with health and safety procedures.
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?
£12.65 per hour + 15% uplift, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.
Job Reference: THOR-VC-708
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.
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.
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 recruitment@thorlabs.com.
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.
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