General Helper, Manufacturing

Job overview

The General Helper role is onsite in Newton, NJ. Compensation is not specified in the listing’s structured pay fields; the description states an hourly rate of $18.00. The role works with Thorlabs’ manufacturing team, which makes components, instruments, and systems for photonics technologies. The position assists production workers with handling, preparing, and inspecting parts and materials, helping maintain quality, accurate records, and an organized and safe work area.

What you'll do

• Assist with fabricating and processing materials and parts
• sort, count, and inspect parts
• load and unload machines
• handle and clean specialty fiber optics, precision optics, and mechanical components
• follow written work instructions
• maintain manufacturing database records
• and comply with safety requirements while keeping the work area clean and organized.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

general helper

manufacturing

production support

parts inspection

machine loading

fiber optics

precision optics

quality standards

newton nj

thorlabs

on-the-job training

$18.00/hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, paid time off, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

No experience is required and on-the-job training is provided; a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

About the employer

Thorlabs is hiring for this role. Industry: Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. Sector: 33.