Demo

Clean Room Assembler

Thorlabs
Branchville, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2025

Join a team that designs, manufactures, and assembles one of the best optomechanical product portfolios in the world. As an Assembler, you will put together and serve as the final quality check on all products assembled in Thorlabs new 3000 sqft cleanroom in the Mechanics Business Unit. Whether you are interested in a career in assembly, or looking for a place to start, assembly is a great place to get started at Thorlabs. 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 :

  • Understand and follow written work instructions.
  • Follow all cleanroom procedures to maintain the integrity of the space and the cleanliness of the assembled products
  • Wear cleanroom garb (hair bonnet, mask, gloves, coat, and shoes)
  • Pride in the quality of your work is a must.
  • Assemble components and products of varying size and complexity that includes cleaning, inspecting and testing of assembled components and assemblies.
  • Meets the expected production schedule.
  • Be a great teammate by both asking and answering questions when instructions are not understood or clear.
  • Desire to learn new skills and become proficient at a wide range of assemblies.
  • Where necessary, set up or calibrate equipment, maintain accurate records, prepare reports for identification purposes such as test reports, and move material to and from work areas.
  • Must maintain a safe and clean working environment through compliance with procedures, policies and regulations.

In addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for :

  • Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
  • Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.
  • The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

    Requirements

    Qualifications

    Experience :

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar position preferred.
  • Education :

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Specialized Knowledge and Skills :

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong ability to work well in a group atmosphere, and comply with high quality standards.
  • Strong ability to shift from one task to another to address changing production priorities.
  • Physical Activities :

  • Work may be active, could stand or sit for long durations and / or perform repetitious work at times. The employee may lift or move objects up to 20 pounds. Employees must grasp, manipulate, or assemble parts and components that are often very small. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, however, may be noisy at times. Must be able to wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment such as but not limited to masks, glasses, gloves, and specialty garments. The required PPE and training allow for the safe handling and processing of chemicals like adhesives, lubricants and solvents, and safe operation of job-related equipment and tools.
  • Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

    Benefits

    Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.

    If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
    Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

    What is the career path for a Clean Room Assembler?

    Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Clean Room Assembler career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
    Income Estimation: 
    $34,576 - $43,543
    Income Estimation: 
    $64,022 - $86,170
    Income Estimation: 
    $40,010 - $52,580
    Income Estimation: 
    $58,739 - $75,310
    Income Estimation: 
    $46,628 - $61,981
    Income Estimation: 
    $46,350 - $59,319
    Income Estimation: 
    $39,976 - $52,208
    Income Estimation: 
    $46,628 - $61,981
    Income Estimation: 
    $95,114 - $111,854
    Income Estimation: 
    $54,130 - $73,326
    Income Estimation: 
    $54,708 - $68,398
    Income Estimation: 
    $94,088 - $141,356
    Income Estimation: 
    $145,958 - $189,442
    Income Estimation: 
    $34,799 - $43,941
    Income Estimation: 
    $51,846 - $67,242
    Income Estimation: 
    $40,010 - $52,580
    Income Estimation: 
    $31,394 - $47,343
    Income Estimation: 
    $40,376 - $50,235
    View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

    Job openings at Thorlabs

    Thorlabs
    Hired Organization Address Hardwick, NJ Full Time
    Responsible for set-up and operation of CNC machines in compliance with inch and metric drawing specifications. Responsi...
    Thorlabs
    Hired Organization Address Lakewood, NJ Full Time
    Responsible for set-up and operation of CNC machines in compliance with inch and metric drawing specifications. Responsi...
    Thorlabs
    Hired Organization Address Andover, NJ Full Time
    Responsible for set-up and operation of CNC machines in compliance with inch and metric drawing specifications. Responsi...
    Thorlabs
    Hired Organization Address Newton, NJ Full Time
    Responsible for set-up and operation of CNC machines in compliance with inch and metric drawing specifications. Responsi...

    Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Clean Room Assembler jobs in the Branchville, NJ area that may be a better fit.

    Clean Room Technician

    Ultimate Staffing, Sparta, NJ

    Clean Room Operations Technician

    System One Holdings, LLC, Butler, NJ

    AI Assistant is available now!

    Feel free to start your new journey!