Thorlabs
Quality Control Team Lead
Newton, New Jersey · Full-time · Posted Sep 29, 2026
- Experience
- 2–5 years in a production environment.
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent.
About the job
Leads quality-control inspection work in the TAP manufacturing area, training inspectors and helping ensure product quality and compliance.
What you'll do
- Oversee the inspection team, prioritize work, and organize and train employees.
- Perform production duties and detailed inspections, identify non-conformances, and complete required paperwork.
- Communicate quality requirements, assist with quality systems, and report efficiency and quality metrics.
What they ask for
- 2–5 years of experience in a production environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft products and Axapta.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work well in a group while meeting high quality standards.
Nice to have
- Experience with Quality in an R&D / New Product Development Environment.
Pay
$21.00 - $26.00 USD per hour (hourly rate); D.O.E.
Tools
Microsoft products, Axapta
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