Thorlabs Company Culture
Thorlabs Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.0/5
Thorlabs' Overall Culture is rated C-
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Retention
BExecutive Team
C+Perks & Benefits
C+Team
C+Compensation
CThorlabs CEO
Bottom 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Alex Cable
56 /100
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Diversity at Thorlabs
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Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 20%Bottom 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-47
Thorlabs employees are -47% more likely to recommend Thorlabs as a great place to work
| 20% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 13% | Passives |
| 67% | Detractors |
Working at Thorlabs
Working at Thorlabs is rated below average by 15 employees, across various culture dimensions. Thorlabs employees rate Retention highest among all categories, and think that CEO Rating and eNPS have the most room for improvement, putting Thorlabs’s culture in the Bottom 35% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 35% compared to other companies in New York. See below in detail how working at Thorlabs was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Thorlabs
C-
Overall Company Culture at Thorlabs is rated C-
Last updated months ago
Bottom
35%
Thorlabs ranks in the Bottom 35% of other companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterThorlabs Employee Reviews
Out of 4 Thorlabs employee reviews, 100% were positive.
| Positive Reviews | 100% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 0% |
Positive Reviews From Thorlabs Employees
- What is the best part about your compensation package?Work life balance is the best
- What did you like most about the interview process?Able to show abilities at the second interview
- What makes you most happy at work?quantity produced by myself and the high level of quality I deliver.
Thorlabs Company Information
Thorlabs Company Overview
Thorlabs specializes in the building blocks for laser and fiber optic systems.
Thorlabs Mission, Vision & Values
Thorlabs Mission & Values
Have you ever noticed the ""Hungry for Your Thoughts"" link by the Lab Snacks icon on our homepage? This link is part of my commitment to building a company that achieves its competitive advantage from its connection to community. I view the ""Hungry for Your Thoughts"" feedback as one way for me to stay directly connected with the amazing community of scientists we are privileged to serve. Hence, I have made a commitment to personally answer these e-mails, which have spawned many valuable discussions, ranging from research to product ideas to individual life stories. I’d like to personally thank those of you who have taken me up on this invitation.
| Headquarter | Newton, NJ United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.thorlabs.com/ |
| Founding Date | 1989 |
| Company Status | Private |
Thorlabs Competitors
Thorlabs competitors include Newport Corporation and Newport. Thorlabs ranks 3rd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Thorlabs compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
Thorlabs Employees
15 employees at Thorlabs have reviewed Thorlabs across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 15 Thorlabs employees give their leadership a grade of C-, or Bottom 30% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Thorlabs are not very pleased with their total compensation at Thorlabs, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Thorlabs are generally satisfied with their team. 15 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C+. The majority believe the meetings at Thorlabs are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Thorlabs believe the environment at Thorlabs is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Thorlabs is comfortably fast. About 50% of the employees at Thorlabs work 8 hours or less, while 17% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Thorlabs are generally happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Thorlabs - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in New York about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. New York employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 74% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Thorlabs KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Thorlabs' KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 2 Thorlabs employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Thorlabs CEO & Leadership
Thorlabs CEO - Alex Cable
56 /100
Alex’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Alex in the Bottom 15% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 15% compared to CEOs of all other companies in New York. Alex Cable’s employees rank Thorlabs in the Top 35% for Retention, in the Top 50% for Executive Team, and in the Top 50% for Perks And Benefits.
Thorlabs Leadership
The Thorlabs Executive Team is rated a “C+” and led by CEO Alex Cable, VP Carmine Lencsak, and Chief Technology Officer & General Manager Peter Heim
Alex Cable CEO / President
Alex Cable serves as the CEO / President of Thorlabs.
Carmine Lencsak serves as the VP of Thorlabs.
Peter Heim Chief Technology Officer & General Manager
Peter Heim serves as the Chief Technology Officer & General Manager of Thorlabs.
Robert Regimbal General Counsel & CFO
Robert Regimbal serves as the General Counsel & CFO of Thorlabs.
Jeffrey Brooker General Manager
Jeffrey Brooker serves as the General Manager of Thorlabs.
Sterling Backus Advanced Projects Scientist
Sterling Backus serves as the Advanced Projects Scientist of Thorlabs.
Alex Cable President & CEO
Alex Cable serves as the President & CEO of Thorlabs.
Ike Jariel General Manager - Measurement Systems
Ike Jariel serves as the General Manager - Measurement Systems of Thorlabs.
Fernando Lastra Machine shop general helper
Fernando Lastra serves as the Machine shop general helper of Thorlabs.
Thorlabs Salaries
How much does Thorlabs pay?
How much do people at Thorlabs get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Thorlabs is $111,852, or $53 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $111,018, or $53 per hour.
At Thorlabs, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $230,972 annually and the lowest is a Community Manager at $50,985 annually. Average Thorlabs salaries by department include: Legal at $211,795, Finance at $86,753, Operations at $96,558, and Business Development at $88,007. Half of Thorlabs salaries are above $111,018.
9 employees at Thorlabs rank their Compensation in the Bottom 40% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 28 ratings) while 9 employees at Thorlabs rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 50% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 10 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $67k | $67k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $91k | $91k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $110k | $110k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $167k | $167k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $231k | $231k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $269k | $269k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $293k | $293k | 100th Percentile |
$111,852*
Average Compensation
$111,018*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Thorlabs Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Thorlabs
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Thorlabs across various culture dimensions.
Ranked Culture the Highest
Ranked Culture the Lowest
Thorlabs Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
Thorlabs PTO
Thorlabs PTO policy is a critical component of the benefits package offered to employees.
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
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Thorlabs Careers
Thorlabs Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Thorlabs applied for 12 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 58% were approved, 33% certified-withdrawn, and 8% withdrawn.
An in-depth look at ‘Certified-withdrawn’ H1B applications at Thorlabs unveil that one approved work permit application was withdrawn before the employee’s start date, and 4 were withdrawn by Thorlabs after the employee’s start date.
Work Permit Application Outcome
12
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 58% Granted (7 out of 12)
- 0% Denied ( out of 12)
- 8% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection (1 out of 12)
- 33% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (4 out of 12)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Thorlabs
Who is the CEO of Thorlabs?
Thorlabs CEO is Alex Cable, their score by employees is 56
What is Thorlabs eNPS?
The eNPS for Thorlabs is -47
What is the salary for Designer in Thorlabs?
Designer average salary in the US is 144k
What are the salaries in the Operations in Thorlabs?
The average salaries for Operations in Thorlabs is 97k
Who are Thorlabs competitors?
Thorlabs main competitors are Newport Corporation, Newport
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