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Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share. We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives. Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.  Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with:  •    Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives •    Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us...

Imagine being the second leg of a baton race, eagerly awaiting the handoff of the baton and the sprint to the next runner. As a Customer Service Representative (CSR) at Thorlabs, you are an integral part of our customers’ “race to the finish line,” whatever form that may take, from prototype development to photonics or life science research in a laboratory. From a quote request to the setup of a new customer, our CSRs are ready to serve our customers in whatever way needed while processing all sales orders same day! Although the position works under general supervision in our Newton, NJ, facility, there may be opportunities from time to time to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.   Starting hours are from 11:45 AM – 8:15 PM EST.     This is a hybrid position, working onsite two days and remotely for 3 days.  Pay rate for this position is $17.25/hour.     Essential Job Functions   include the following: Process sales orders, quotes, and general inquiries same...

The Fiber Manufacturing Technician sets-up and operates the Fiber Draw towers in compliance with metric drawing specifications/fabricates ultra-high purity glasses by preparing powders, mixing batches, and using melting and casting procedures. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations. Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Draw Tower Set-up and operate fiber tower, control cabinets, proof test bench, coating mixing station and other secondary equipment in compliance with metric drawing specifications. Collaborates closely with process engineer to ensure product/tower are operating correctly. Testing of the optical fiber strength using a tensile and four axis proof testing unit. Testing of the attenuation of the optical fiber. Glass Fabrication Grind, mix and weigh powders to exact specifications. Clean tools, melting...

Assembler to support the Optical-Mechanical Assembly group in our TAP manufacturing division. Assemblers will be trained in handling and cleaning optics, opto-mechanical assembly, use of various epoxies and basic optical principles and calculations. Must work well in a team environment, takes pride in detailed-oriented work, handle production time pressures, and enjoys “hands-on” work. The candidate will primarily focus on manufacturing orders but may work with engineering on product and process development as needed.   Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Cleaning, handling and assembly of optical and opto-mechanical components Proper handling and packaging of critical and fragile optical components. Procedure enforcement, maintenance, and cleaning of manufacturing area Mixing and application of glue and epoxies neatly and in proper amounts Able to follow detailed testing procedures Must work well in a group atmosphere or...