CNC Machinist, 2nd Shift
Status: Full-Time
Time: 4:00 pm – 12:00 am
Location: Newton, NJ
Department: Shop - Mechanics
Reports to: Machine Shop Foreman

Company Profile
Thorlabs, Inc. is a broad based photonics technologies company offering an extensive array of products ranging from optical and mechanical components to integrated test and measurement systems. Thorlabs’ catalog products are produced in manufacturing centers in the USA, Germany, Sweden, United Kingdom and Japan. Our company has a long-standing customer base with significant growth potential and an excellent reputation for quality, customer service and dependability. It is our mission to supply the photonics market with the tools to ensure the ultimate success of our customers.

Job Description
The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in programming, setting up and running CNC Mills and CNC Lathes in a fast-paced, team based environment. They will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of our state of the art precision machining centers used to meet both production and rapid prototyping requirements. This position will include interacting with the day shift team to ensure continuous improvement of production and quality processes.


Knowledge and Skills:

• Operation and setup of CNC milling (horizontal and vertical) and CNC Lathes
• Virtual Gibbs software and manual programming
• Experience with Fanuc, Haas and Fadal controls
• Familiar with the operation of DNC systems
• Capable of fabricating precision tools and fixturing
• Experience machining tight tolerances and complex geometries
• Solid understanding of mechanical design and dimensioning principles
• Understanding of material properties (rates of expansion, strength, hardness) and special machining requirements
• Knowledge of Lean Principles including “Just in Time”, and Setup Time Reduction a plus
• Programming and Prototyping experience a big plus

Requirements:

The qualified candidate will have the following skills:

• Minimum of 10+ years experience in a machining environment
• Must have turning center and lathe experience
• Ability to work independently or with a team in an efficient manner
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong sense of ownership and work ethic
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills is a must


To Apply: Please email resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to hr@thorlabs.com

Thorlabs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer