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This position is for an individual looking to gain experience in quoting for optical manufacturing. The position supports the custom products offering through preparation of quotes and supporting materials. The Estimator will be responsible for guiding orders from initial request to delivery. Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Providing complete quotation to customer RFQ via Sales team. Building quotation with necessary information, including feasibility, tiered pricing, lead times (initial & reoccurring), specifications, potential risks/delays, and various options. Exhibit a sense of urgency by providing rapid communication to customer and Sales. Employing preliminary information, budgetary quotations, or ‘no bids' to provide quick, yet useful initial response. Quoting accurate lead-times and assuring on-time delivery. Gather and capture required information from all manufacturing contributors (Production, Quality,...

Thorlabs, a leading manufacturer of equipment for the photonics industry, is currently seeking applications from highly motivated individuals to create effective presentations that inform and educate the photonics community about Thorlabs’ new products and their applications. The ideal candidate will hold an advanced degree in physics, optics, lasers, or a closely related field and have significant hands-on laboratory experience. Within this role in our NPI Marketing Department, you will join a team of highly motivated individuals who have built an industry-leading online resource for our customers and participate in ensuring that new product presentations continue to provide the same depth of layered details to assist with buying decisions. In support of that mission, the successful candidate should be highly familiar with a wide range of photonics equipment and be able to see linkages between Thorlabs’ product lines. In addition to extensive laboratory experience, the candidate...

Thorlabs is one of the world's best manufacturers of optomechanical products for the photonics industry. Our machine shop houses nearly 60 CNC machines, Wire EDM, grinding capabilities, Chemical Passivation, and Anodization capabilities. In addition, it will double in size over the next 5 years thanks to the new building that it will move into this summer. The machine shop manufacturing engineer is responsible for implementing COGS reduction initiatives and the digital transformation and automation of the machine shop. They will work closely with process and automation engineer to continually improve the operation in order to deliver better value to our customers and to create a modern, safe, and productive working environment for shop employees. Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Successfully implement COGS reduction initiatives E.g., improve machine prints, process sheets, tooling choices, jigs/tooling, etc....

Thorlabs is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Technical Sales team in support of our growing OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) and related product line. The Imaging Solutions Engineer is a technical member in our Solutions team who works directly with Thorlabs customers to help align OCT and imaging solutions to the customers application needs. The Imaging Solutions Engineer is responsible for all aspect of the sales process, including application support, solution development, quoting, and account management within the Americas region. The Imaging Solutions Engineer will also work closely with our OCT Business Unit in Lubeck, Germany, to identify and implement sales strategy to grow our OCT market reach.    The location of this position will be located in the San Francisco Bay area, however the position will report into Corporate Headquartes in Newton, New Jersey.   Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Works...

The Thorlabs Laser Division NJ seeks to hire an Engineering Manager with more than three years of experience in managing advanced design teams in the photonics field. The successful candidate will lead a multi-disciplinary and matrixed team to design free-space laser and laser-related products. The Thorlabs Laser Division is a dynamically growing Division within the Thorlabs organization. Split over three locations, NJ, MD and CO, the Laser Division focuses on advanced laser and amplifier design and manufacturing with an emphasis on ultrafast and non-linear technologies. Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Directs product conceptualization, design and verification. Manages team of 4-6 engineers, providing performance feedback and coaching. Allocates work within team and sets priorities and milestones for concurrent development projects and ensures the engineering department is meeting its goals. Manages sustaining...

Responsible for providing technical support by solving problems, trouble shooting and working with customers to guide them to the best possible product solutions for their applications and experiments. To be able to provide this level of support you will get to work with several other application and design engineers that have years of experience covering: optics, lasers, polarization, fiber, opto-mechanics, spectroscopy, OCT, thin film coating and more. Between onsite lab opportunities and peer review you will be exposed to every facet of the photonics industry. Tech Support (Application Engineering) is a great training ground for putting your Optics or Physics knowledge to work. The position is primarily at our headquarters in Newton, NJ but there may also be opportunities to travel to tradeshows, other Thorlabs manufacturing facilities (foreign and domestic), and training events on and offsite. Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to:...

The position will be responsible for the generation of Volume Phase Holographics (VPH) predominantly for the purpose of producing gratings. The individual would work initially to help establish procedures and techniques required for production. The technician will then be expected to prepare substrates, uniformly coat gelatin, write the hologram, and arrange the optic for use.   Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Help develop, read, follow, execute and aid in maintaining requirements for production from approved prints and other work instructions. Work from production check lists, procedures, instructions, customer and unit records, technical prints, and similar documentation. Assist in the assembly and testing of new equipment. Cleaning and preparing the glass substrates for film coating. Proper handling of critical and sensitive optical components. Precise mixing of materials for Dichromated Gelatin. Coating the...

The position is responsible for the fabrication of precision optical components using established procedures and processes. Items include but are not limited to, Prisms, Lenses, Windows, Mirrors etc. made from specialty glasses and/or crystals. This position is also responsible for training of other optics manufacturing technicians. 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: Cleaning, handling, and packaging of precision optical components. Inspects all work before passing on to the next operations and/or to inventory using advanced metrology tools like interferometers, autocollimators, and test plates. Complies with safety regulations and maintains clean and orderly work areas. Proficient in MIL-PRF-13830B manufacturing standards. Works with supervisor to alleviate issues that would negatively...

As part of the team, the Buyer will be responsible for, but not limited to, working with internal sales, our overseas offices, manufacturing units, and the R&D staff to negotiate prices, establish lead times and purchase products, as well as planning, forecasting, and inventory management for the Imaging Business Unit. Responsibilities of the buyer position will include project work to reduce costs and improve processes as well on ongoing vendor evaluations in accordance to ISO 9001requirements. Works under general supervision. Although the location of the position is in Sterling, VA, 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: Purchasing (Daily purchasing, expediting, date and data management) Planning (Daily printing, scheduling/ re-scheduling/ date management) Product Availability and Lead Time calculation Initiates and participates in...

Thorlabs’ machine shop has over 50 CNC spindles and is adding 5+ new spindles per year. In 2020 our shop will move into a new, custom built, 150,000sqft state-of-the-art facility with over 50,000 sqft devoted to the machine shop. We are looking for qualified CNC machinists capable of meeting our current and future needs. The standard 2nd shift hours are from 4pm to 2:30am, which is a minimum of 10 hours of overtime each week. In addition the 2nd shift is paid a differential for the entire shift. If the overtime isn’t desired we can offer flexibility on start/finish times within the 2nd shift. The benefits package includes health care, paid time off, 401k with matching, and more. After 1 year, 2nd shift employees are eligible to apply for 1st shift openings. Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Performs set ups on both Vertical and Horizontal CNC Milling Machines (3 & 4 axis). Experience with Haas and Fanuc controls. Understanding...

The position is responsible for set-up and operation of CNC Machines in compliance with inch and metric drawing specifications. Responsible for the proper use and maintenance of all measuring tools and devices used in inspection of all components. Works under general supervision. 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: Responsible for set-up and operation of CNC machines in compliance with inch and metric drawing specifications. Possess the ability set up and operate manual mills, lathes and other secondary equipment. Thorough understanding of blueprint reading and geometric tolerancing. Works independently and inspects his or her work to the specified standards on the drawings. General housekeeping in the work area which includes preventative maintenance on the CNC machines. Performs other...

This position will contribute to the receiving and monitoring of inventory to meet demand forecasts and various corporate financial objectives. This responsibility requires a basic understanding of how to read production orders, attention to detail, and the ability to interact with all levels of personnel. Works under general supervision. 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.    Hours for this position are 8:00 A.M - 4:30 P.M.   Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Investigates and corrects inventory issuesE Executes transfers of product systematically as well as physically Manages and directs Daily Inventory Cycle Counting, investigates discrepancies, and performs reconciliations as needed. Performs and review data entry in Axapta/Journals/Quarantines Responsible for location set-up and layout of inventory materials...

This position is responsible for prepping part to be ground and polished with CNC equipment as well operating the CNC equipment. Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Perform basic CNC operation including grinding, polishing, surfacing, cleaning and inspection Make adjustments to established CNC programs with minimal supervision Select and adjust tooling changes as needed with minimal supervision Read and understand spec sheets, blue prints, work orders and work instructions Perform visual inspections of optics for defects related to fabrication. Perform optical tests including interferometry and profilometer tests to determine optical quality Perform cleaning operations to keep work area machinery maintained Complies with safety regulations and maintains clean and orderly work areas. Keeps supervisor apprised of unresolved and/or potential problems that would negatively affect production.   Qualifications...

The technician fabricates optical fiber equipment. Provides support to optical fiber equipment production by troubleshooting in mechanical and/or electrical. Assists with the fabrication of new products within Vytran Business Unit. This level builds on experience gained as Technician by either obtaining more depth in specific subject area with the expectation that assignments are larger and more complex, or by gaining experience in more subject areas. Works under the direction of Production Manager. Although the location of the position is in Morganville, 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: Must be able to understand written work instructions, mechanical drawings, and schematics for a wide range of products to properly assemble and test the final product to the highest of quality standards and with zero scrap or rework. Assemble products of...

At this entry level position, the individual will be introduced to manufacturing processes, procedures, and handling of precision optical components. Items include but are not limited to Prisms, Lenses, Windows, Mirrors etc. made form specialty glasses and crystals. Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Introduction into the proper handling and cleaning of precision optical components. Learn and understand how to use the metrology required to measure and qualify precision components. Develop an understanding of the manufacturing of precision optical components by grinding of glass and/or crystal components. Train on the operations of precision optical manufacturing machinery; surface grinding, edging machines, ID and OD saws, core drills, conventional lapping spindles etc. Must be able to interpret technical drawings and written work instructions to produce products to industry standards. Keeps supervisor apprised of unresolved...

The position works with the Software team to develop and maintain life-science imaging platforms. The ideal candidate for this role will be someone who has strong C#/C++ development skills and experience designing Windows based instrumentation systems. They will also provide technical support to other in-house groups. Although the location of the position is in Sterling, VA, 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: Design and develop robust and efficient code for Imaging Systems Document requirements and design specifications as well as verification plans and test cases Participate in code, design and architectural reviews Perform coding and unit tests of requirements as they are defined Software testing and assisting with validation of system design Assist with project planning, estimation and tracking Report development status to...

The Senior Purchaser Planner will be responsible for, but not limited to, Managing the Supply Chain and Inventory and Production Scheduling functions for the Virginia Scientific Imaging Systems Group and Machine shop by: Working with operations, manufacturing, Engineering R&D, internal sales, and overseas offices Negotiating prices, establishing lead times and purchasing products, Planning, scheduling of machine shop and inventory management. The successful candidate will also work with our overseas office staff to place and follow-up on all orders and verify and communicate to our internal and external sales team any manufacturing and shipping delays. Other tasks of the planning/purchasing position will include project work to reduce costs and improve processes as well as on ongoing vendor evaluations in accordance to ISO 9001 requirements.   Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Key Purchasing and Planning tasks:...

The RMA Engineer is responsible for handling customer problems both internally and externally. Problems can be anything from: defective parts, exchanges, late or lost deliveries, invoicing errors, repairs, missing items, parts damaged during transit, address changes, credits, problems with customs etc. Works under general supervision. 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: Manages a wide variety of customer related queries - cancellation or processing of returns/ replacement deliveries, carrier loss claims, etc. If necessary, interacts with Carriers, third-party warehousing on daily basis Problem escalation and resolution Undertakes customer outreach calls for the RMA team Processing of daily/weekly/monthly reports in an accurate and timely manner. Liaison with key departments, to reduce...

The Quality Inspector will be responsible for driving quality improvement throughout the Thorlabs Imaging Systems division, implementing quality techniques, capturing issues, solving problems and promoting quality within the production and service departments. Although the location of the position is in Sterling, Virginia, it may be required to undertake duties at other ThorLabs locations occasionally. Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Responsible for Quality System Maintenance. Inspections following proper Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Preferably, individual will have experience inspecting machined parts and varying optomechanical components. Root cause analysis and implementation of corrective action for process related concerns and failed parts. Assisting production and engineering managers in establishing, implementing and maintaining inspection and acceptance criteria at the component, subassembly, and...

Compile and record employee time and payroll data. Accurately issue pay to exempt and non-exempt employees by calculating earnings and deductions in accordance with established payroll practices and guidelines through Payroll Processing System.   Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Timely processing of payrolls for exempt and non-exempt employees. Ensure accuracy of each payroll by reviewing various payroll reports, reconcile errors and maintain payroll records. Perform actions necessary to track and determine regular and overtime pay, and factors commission-based income or bonuses into an employee's salary. Review and process payroll adjustments, including vacation, sick, and other time off. Ensure child support and garnishment orders have been answered timely and entered accurately into the payroll system. Process employee deductions including W4 changes; direct deposit; and 401(k) loans. Field and respond to payroll...