we are looking for a proactive, organised and professional health and safety manager to join our team
what is the job?
you will be responsible for ensuring the company’s legislative requirements are met, in addition to promoting and championing the best health and safety practices and culture for employees by coaching and education
working Hours: 8.00am – 4.30pm
define and manage a process for accident investigation ensuring findings are reported appropriately and actions are taken to prevent further occurrence
reporting and evaluating Health & Safety data ensuring change or recommendations are made where necessary
define and measure a set of Health and Safety KPI’s
undertake risk assessments, implement mitigations, and produce Safe Systems of Work as required
Requirements
what is essential to us
prior experience in a Health and Safety management role within a manufacturing environment is essential
prior experience in driving change and embedding a Health and Safety culture with positive results
great interpersonal skills, that can inspire colleagues to take action
A hands-on approach
very good verbal and written communication skills, ability to produce clear and concise documentation
NEBOSH general certificate in occupational Health and Safety or equivalent
A natural coach, that can turn legislation into digestible and practical outcomes
cnc machinist
Working hours
full-time
Responsibility
we are currently looking for an efficient and reliable individual to join our Engineering team to support the Machine Shop operation to provide precision machined components for production and Engineering use
what is the job?
working Hours: 8.00am – 4.30pm
ensure that all machining activities are carried out in accordance with the company’s safe working practices and environmental requirements
apprenticeship trained or similar experience considered
A working knowledge of Fanuc based 3-axis vertical milling machining centers and CNC lathes
experience working with micron level precision
some programming experience and effective machine setting to optimize cycle times
basic understanding of engineering drawings
must have a good attention to detail and ability to multi-task
quality manager
Working hours
temporary
Requirements
what is essential to us
degree qualification or five years' experience relating to the duties and responsibilities specified
experience in Quality Management Systems in a manufacturing environment
proven track record of successful implementation and maintenance of an ISO system
ability to influence people and coordinate resources to meet quality metrics
ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders globally
A positive approach looking for solutions
ability to work independently and make decisions with a high level of attention to detail
Responsibility
maintaining and establishing the company's quality procedures, standards and specifications
collaborate with purchasing staff to maintain quality requirements from suppliers
maintaining controls and documentation procedures
senior mechanical design engineer
Working hours
full-time
Responsibility
senior Mechanical Design Engineer
ely, Cambridgeshire
due to the nature of this role, external international candidates need not apply
our Engineering Team is seeking a Senior Electronic Design Engineer who has a positive attitude, a goal-oriented mindset, and a strong track record of designing products and taking them through the development cycle into production
what is the job?
working Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
to develop, assemble, test, and evaluate theoretical designs following concurrence engineering approach
Requirements
what is essential to us…
A minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering and mechatronics/robotics, with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications
mechanical Engineering degree or similar, with experience in mechatronics/robotics desirable
proven track record of successful product development and delivery
extensive experience in product development with proven record of released products
A team player who can collaborate with other disciplines and drive projects to completion
experience with 3D and 2D modelling software, demonstrating a creative ability with attention to detail
knowledge of safety legislation and compliance regulations for machinery
technical sales engineer
Working hours
full-time
Language
german
english
Responsibility
technical advice and support for our international customers, from research and industry, with a focus on pre-sale enquiries
present equipment demonstrations and interact with customers at conferences and trade fairs
when required, visit customers alongside the outside sales team to provide technical expertise
required Knowledge & Skills
degree in Physics, optics, chemistry, engineering or comparable
first-hand experience with either optical setups, laboratory environments or photonics equipment
excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers
strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Requirements
what we like to see…
concise technical advice and support for our international customers, from research and industry, with a focus on pre-sale enquiries
leverage industry expertise and strong customer relationships to identify additional business opportunity as existing customers’ needs grow
find new markets/ industries for Thorlabs to support
manage the sales pipeline within CRM, from qualification to close
what about the job?
this customer focused role will include frequent communication with the customer , contract negotiation, and coordination of design and manufacturing resources for custom solutions
provide market feedback to R&D and Marketing Communication groups
team leader
Working hours
full-time
Requirements
your Responsibilities
leading an allocated team to achieve scheduled manufacturing targets
ensure Health & Safety standards are maintained at all times; risk assessments are regularly reviewed, and training records are complete
continually drive cross-training and development of your team members to improve quality, output and increase flexibility within the work area
support and drive problem solving and quality/process/performance improvement
drive stock accuracy initiatives in your Cell and supporting the Inventory Control Team with regular cycle counting
to thrive at Thorlabs, you must be positive minded, goal driven, and a strong team player focused on continuous improvement. In return, we provide customised training and development that accelerates your career progression
enable and drive clear communication lines between Operators and Team Leader peers
Responsibility
responsible for the Health & Safety and Fire Marshall duties for your work area and your team
quality inspector
Working hours
full-time
Requirements
key Responsibilities
to have a basic understanding of metrology
conduct functional and visual quality inspection on finished goods prior to shipment
have an understanding of software and measurement systems
develop SOP’s and clear methodologies for inspection as the portfolio of products expands
experience in mechanical and electrical assembly
understanding and knowledge of Thorlabs products
liaise with the team leaders where faults are identified and communicate back to the assembler
manufacturing manager
Working hours
full-time
Requirements
leadership
what is essential to us…
STEM related first degree , with proven critical thinking and problem-solving skills
ensure all team members follow health and safety guidelines and that all concerns are promptly and appropriately dealt with
degree level engineering background, with proven critical thinking and problem-solving skills
ability to lead a team, with communication skills to effectively train, mentor and present new ideas
set hiring strategies and ensure performance appraisals are carried out effectively along with any training requirements
process improvement/lean experience, and people management skills
Responsibility
responsible for the Health & Safety and Fire Marshall duties for your work area and your team
set hiring strategies and ensure performance appraisals are carried out along with any training requirements
daily review production and quality metrics such as MES build trends, RMAs, production rejects, and failed outgoing inspections, and develop action plans
ensure shop floor production staff are adhering to best practice manufacturing
electronic design engineer
Working hours
full-time
Responsibility
we are looking for a positive minded, goal driven Electronic Design Engineer to join our R&D Engineering Team
what is the job?
you will be comfortable being part of a strong team and you will also be developing a wide range of electronics control systems related to precision automated motion control, and position feedback for deployment in the photonics industry
we give you the freedom to develop and project manage your project as required with support from the team and guidance form the management team
working Hours: 8.00am – 4.30pm
ensure Design for Compliance is implemented in the design
Requirements
what is essential to us
what we like to see…
degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent
we would like you to have a degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience - 5 years desirable
proven hands-on experience of electronics product design digital and analogue
showcase your proven hands-on experience of electronics product design digital and analogue
experience in digital design
experience in embedded software development in assembler and C
head of finance
Working hours
full-time
Language
german
english
Requirements
what we like to see…
building a European Finance function and disciplinary management of a small international team and functional management of national Accounting Heads
MBA in Finance/Accounting or equivalent
implementation of modern standards in the finance area with focus on efficiency and automatization
link between corporate Finance function USA and Europe
excellent analytical, project management and problem-solving skills
highly organized with the ability to identify and optimize processes, Hands-on mentality and business-oriented mindset
ensuring ongoing improvement in controls and processes, as well as leading the implementation of those improvements
Responsibility
responsible for ensuring that European entities submit timely financial reports for consolidation, conform reports and submissions to approved formats and coordinates with CFO on flow and availability of information