Electro-Mechanical Assembler; 2nd Shift - FTC

What is the job?

As an Electro-Mechanical Assembler, you are responsible for assembling products to a high-quality standard, by following specific standard operating procedures.

Monday to Thursday 4:45pm to 1:45am and Friday 12:45pm to 5:45pm

Motion Control

2 stage process following shortlisting – First stage: 1 Hour Teams interview;
Second stage:
Onsite 3 hour interview

Thorlabs is a global, industry leading optical technologies company. We are experts in the design and manufacture or a range of innovative photonics products. We use these products in manufacturing and research, from fibre optics to piezo motors. We are the gold standard with optics laboratories worldwide. There are now 22 facilities across the world in 9 countries. Here in Ely, we are responsible for the Motion Control and Optical Tables product line.

Our purpose-built facility isjust 12 miles from Cambridge, within the beautiful mediaeval city of Ely. There are train and bus links to Ely from Kings Cross and Liverpool Street London, and our site is within distance of Ely train station and Ely Bus station.

• Electro-Mechanical, Soldering or Assembly experience
• Experience of working to precise tolerances
• A good understanding of production methods and best practices (Lean)
• Detail oriented and able to work in a structured way, following standard work procedures and workflows
• Troubleshooting and finding root causes and solutions for technical problems
• Knowledge of proving and testing techniques for Mechanical / Electronics products
• Knowledge of Mechanical / Electronic Manufacturing assembly techniques
• A positive approach to continuous improvement/PDCA activities
• Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and Team Leaders on any production related issues
• Demonstrated pride in your work - ensuring that after a training period every product you build is to the required quality standard
• A flexible approach to work requests – prepared to go the extra mile to get the job done

• Assembly of products to a high-quality standard
• Follow documented Standard Operating Procedures for products and general production processes
• Use of engineering measuring systems, such as metrology techniques, calibrations, and measuring parts against drawing
• Handling of small mechanical components
• Use soldering irons to join electronic components on circuit boards
• Daily tasks to ensure your workstation and surrounding areas are compliant with health and safety procedures

At Thorlabs there are lots of opportunities for inhouse customised training and development that accelerates your career progression. We have free onsite parking, free refreshments, as well as an entertainment area in our large canteen for your enjoyment.

£13.45 per hour + 15% second shift uplift, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.

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Commitment bonus to be paid at the end of the contract if the relevant criteria has been met. Further information available from

This is a rolling campaign, so we will actively interview applicants.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

We welcome applications from persons who are over 18 years old.

• Contributed Pension Scheme
• Group Life Cover
• Private Health Care
• Group Income Protection & more.

We are Disability Confident Committed

In line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must have a valid permission to enter or remain in the UK with no condition that prevents them from working in the UK. Documented evidence of such permission will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.