Thorlabs · 9 hours ago
Document and Data Controller
Sparta, New Jersey, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThorlabs is committed to advancing science through innovative photonics technologies. The Document and Data Controller will primarily compile and enter engineering-related documentation into the ERP system, manage change orders, and support purchasing and planning activities.
Health CareManufacturing
Responsibilities
Responsible for engineering and production data entry, document revision, and control in the Thorlabs ERP system
Responsible for tracking incoming change order requests and partners with engineering team to ensure accuracy of set target dates for completion
Generates and implements change orders in the ERP system
Conducts high-level documentation reviews and communicates errors with engineering
Manages change order action items, ensuring full execution by appropriate personnel
Notifies internal and external parties of change impacts when necessary
Maintains local engineering documentation directory, ensuring data accuracy and alignment with ERP data
Places purchase orders for assigned items, expediting deliveries if necessary
Plans, schedules, starts and ends production orders for assigned items
Monitors MRP for assigned items to ensure inventory minimums are maintained
Interacts with external vendors to communicate expectations and deadlines
Help resolve outstanding issues related to purchasing of production and R&D items
Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and support department workflow
Generates special and periodic reports as required or directed by Management
Assist with general administrative tasks and provides team support as needed
Qualification
Required
Responsible for engineering and production data entry, document revision, and control in the Thorlabs ERP system
Responsible for tracking incoming change order requests and partners with engineering team to ensure accuracy of set target dates for completion
Generates and implements change orders in the ERP system
Conducts high-level documentation reviews and communicates errors with engineering
Manages change order action items, ensuring full execution by appropriate personnel
Notifies internal and external parties of change impacts when necessary
Maintains local engineering documentation directory, ensuring data accuracy and alignment with ERP data
Places purchase orders for assigned items, expediting deliveries if necessary
Plans, schedules, starts and ends production orders for assigned items
Monitors MRP for assigned items to ensure inventory minimums are maintained
Interacts with external vendors to communicate expectations and deadlines
Help resolve outstanding issues related to purchasing of production and R&D items
Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and support department workflow
Generates special and periodic reports as required or directed by Management
Assist with general administrative tasks and provides team support as needed
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
Company
Thorlabs
Thorlabs is a privately held optical equipment company.
Founded in 1989
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Peter Heim
Chief Technology Officer & General Manager
Larry Wineberg
CFO
Recent News
2026-01-15
2026-01-14
2025-12-10
Company data provided by crunchbase