Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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What does an Optics Production Manager do?

In this Day in the Life video, we follow Jim Capelakos, Optics Production Manager at our Newton, NJ facility. Jim shows us what his typical day looks like, from developing new production processes to maintaining and mentoring the future leaders of Thorlabs!

You’ll learn about the optics he helps produce, the new technologies he uses to make them, and the exciting career path he has followed for over 50 years.

Thorlabs’ Day in the Life series highlights real employees, their career paths, and shows how their work supports innovation across the company.

Curious about a future in photonics? Learn more at thorlabs.com/careers&ytid=KTVcuyGitB8

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