Thorlabs is a leading designer and manufacturer of photonics equipment for research, manufacturing, and biomedical applications.
Founded in 1989, Thorlabs is headquartered in Newton, New Jersey with approximately 2,500 employees at manufacturing and sales offices in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Sweden, Japan, China, and Brazil.
As a vertically integrated company we design, develop, and manufacture our product portfolio of over 20,000 items.

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Thorlabs is a leading designer and manufacturer of photonics equipment for research, manufacturing, and biomedical applications. Founded in 1989, Thorlabs is headquartered in Newton, New Jersey with approximately 2,500 employees at manufacturing and sales offices in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Sweden, Japan, China, and Brazil. As a vertically integrated company we design, develop, and manufacture our product portfolio of over 20,000 items.

- Review, prepare, and coordinate customer contracts and tender documents.
- Collaborate with stakeholders (Technical Support, Sales team, Legal, etc.) to ensure complete and compliant tender submissions.
- Communicate with customers and internal teams to clarify requirements via the CRM system.
- Track and monitor contract and project progress to ensure timely delivery and compliance.
- Work closely with the Business Development team to identify and develop new markets and technologies related to this area.
- Support complex order processing and maintain clear internal documentation.

Contract Administrator – Sales

Contract Administrator managing customer contracts and collaborating with sales and technical teams in Europe. Responsibilities include contract preparation, compliance monitoring, and stakeholder communication.

qa-engineer

• Lead the Quality Assurance function by enabling systems and processes for high-quality outcomes.
• Champion a culture of respect and empowerment to improve quality principles daily.
• Drive continuous improvement and facilitate learning through audits and accreditations.
• Manage and develop the QA team, ensuring workload balance and cross-training.
• Identify knowledge gaps within QA and compliance processes for targeted development.
• Set objectives aligned with business and global quality strategies.
• Communicate quality performance to senior leadership during Management Review Meetings.
• Ensure business processes meet compliance standards and maintain accreditations.

Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Manager leading the Quality Assurance function at Thorlabs, an optical technologies company. Fostering quality culture and compliance while managing audits and accreditations.

• Support for external accreditations (ISO 9001, 14001, Authorised Economic Operator)
• Management of the Quality Assurance mailbox & support for Quality queries and inbox enquiries
• Regulatory data collection & external reporting (WEEE, Packaging, EPR, SECR, ESOS, Plastic Packaging Tax)
• Vendor liaison for compliance data (REACH, RoHS, CBAM, S232)
• Product data management in the ERP system (RoHS, REACH, Comm code)
• Controlled document management (SharePoint, SOPs)
• Calibration management
• Support for green initiatives and company sustainability goals
• Internal Auditing and Non-conformance reporting
• Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs) maintenance
• Support for global meetings and alignment
• Production of reports on processes as required, and data for Quality Review Meetings

Quality Administrator – Assurance

Quality Administrator managing ISO accreditations and compliance data at Thorlabs. Support quality assurance processes and documentation in a hybrid work environment.

project-manager

**What is the job?**

The Project Manager leads a range of improvement initiatives that support the organisation’s lean transformation and cultural development. Working closely with experienced project managers and colleagues across the business, the postholder will help plan, coordinate, and track project activities while learning and applying lean tools and structured problem-solving methods.** The role is accountable for capturing current-state conditions, driving problem-solving and waste elimination, and collaborating with stakeholders to design and implement future-state processes. A key part of the role is engaging with colleagues in manufacturing and office functions to understand how work is carried out and where improvements can be made.** This is a developmental position suited to someone looking to grow their project management capability within an industrial lean manufacturing environment. Projects may include process optimisation, new equipment introductions, technology improvements, and cultural or communication initiatives.

**Working Hours: **Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 4.30 pm (1 hour lunch) Hybrid working available

**Interview process: **2 stage process following shortlisting – First stage: 1 hour Teams interview

Second stage: OnSite 2 hour interview

**What we would like you to do/ to see…**

**Project Management**

·         Provide oversight, coordination, and reporting for continuous improvement projects involving cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams.

·         Work closely with the Senior Project Manager and senior leadership to define business needs, project objectives, and expected deliverables.

·         Responsible for updating project plans, tracking tasks, managing documentation.

·         Lead regular project meetings to monitor progress, address risks, and maintain alignment with goals.

·         Manage project to ensure work is delivered on time and to the expected quality.

**Operational Culture**

·         Support initiatives that promote a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

·         Assist in maintaining and improving project templates, processes, and toolkits.

**Who we are?**

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.

**Where you will be working?**

It’s a hybrid role, working in our new purpose-built facility in Witchford, Ely as well as your home. Our purpose-built facility is just 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.


Project Manager

Project Manager managing improvement initiatives at Thorlabs, an optical technologies company. Focused on lean transformation and cross-functional collaboration within an industrial environment.

mechanical-engineer

• Design products and ensure they go through the development cycle into production
• Work in a multidisciplinary project team to drive projects through to completion
• Develop, assemble, test and evaluate theoretical designs
• Produce detailed specifications of the product from data analysis gathered from testing
• Ensure Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) is implemented in the design
• Plan and oversee product development and ensure deadlines are met
• Collaborate with other departments for complete knowledge transfer of products into production

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer responsible for designing and developing innovative photonics products at Thorlabs. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance.

human-resources

• The HR Manager leads the local HR team and owns the people strategy, which aligns with the business strategy, for the UK.
• The Manager ensures the implementation of global and European HR strategies at national level.
• Partners closely with management and international stakeholders to design and deliver people practices that attract, retain and motivate employees.
• Oversees Travel and provides seamless support for employees and organizational goals.
• Conducts annual reviews, performance evaluations, and absence management.
• Supports and leads change management initiatives within HR.
• Contributes to and implements Global and European HR strategies at the local level.
• Develops the UK people strategy.
• Advises management on labour law and compliance-related topics.
• Manages the local recruitment process in close collaboration with the global Talent Acquisition team.

HR Manager

HR Manager leading the local HR team and aligning people strategy with business strategy at Thorlabs. Overseeing HR compliance and organizational support in Ely, England.

analyst

• Optimize business processes and solutions through low and no code development platforms
• Create efficient workflows, automating processes, and integrating custom or third-party software using Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365
• Collaborate closely with the UK business to gather and assess requirements and deliver digital solutions
• Assist in the testing, deployment, and support of new applications and enhancements
• Develop and implement low and no code solutions, focusing on efficiency and scalability
• Design and build custom workflows using Power Automate and Dynamics 365
• Create and manage Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solutions to eliminate manual processes and improve operational efficiency

Application Development Analyst

Application Development Analyst at Thorlabs optimizing business processes through Microsoft Power Platform. Integrating software solutions and automating workflows for efficiency and productivity in manufacturing.

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