Production Specialists in Camas
Listed on 2026-09-03
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Manufacturing / Production
Assembly, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Production Associate / Production Line
Who We Are
At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made.
Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).
nLIGHT is experiencing incredible growth and we need to hire a large number of Manufacturing Specialists as soon as possible. Prior manufacturing experience is helpful but not required - on the job training will be provided.
Shifts Available at the Camas location- A Shift:Sunday-Tuesday/BI-Wednesday 5A-5:15P
- B Shift:Sunday-Tuesday/BI-Wednesday 5P-5:15A
- C Shift:Thursday-Saturday/BI-Wednesday 5A-5:15P
- D Shift:Thursday-Saturday/BI-Wednesday 5P-5:15A
- Learns and performs electromechanical assembly operations
- Operates test equipment
- Uses manual and electronic tools for mechanical and optical assembly
- Enters production data into computer-based system
- Contributes as a valued team member
- Performs various production tasks which may include working in a clean room environment, wearing clean room garments, using a microscope, handlingsolvents, and working with tools
- Engages in production activities according to the documented work instructions and standards
- Identifies and reports any irregularities which are not complaint with work instructions
- Ensures work is completed in a safe manner and complies with all safety standards
- Checks equipment regularly to ensure normal operating activity
- May engage in basic troubleshooting
- Employees use a variety of hand tools, soldering tools, laser tools, and custom-built equipment for assembly and testing.
Starting pay depends on qualifications:
- Manufacturing Specialist I - starts $19.20 per hour
- Manufacturing Specialist II - starts at $20.35 per hour
- Manufacturing Specialist III - starts at $21.57 per hour
- Manufacturing Specialist IV - starts at $22.93 per hour
- Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% ofearnedwages
- Shift differentials are paid at the rate of an additional 10% for hours worked between 5:30PM and 12:00AM and at 15% for hours worked between 12:00AM and 5:30AM
- 120hoursof paid Vacation per year, pluspaid Sick Leave and
10paid Holidays - Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00per pay period
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Aflac Supplemental Insurance
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave Pay
- Tuition Assistance
- Pet Insurance
- Ability to work assigned shift with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be dependable and reliable.
- Ability to work in a clean room environment,wearing clean room garments, using a microscope, handling solvents, and working with tools. Reliable Team player
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- The ability to follow instructions
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to embrace change
- Ability to consistently meet or exceed cycle time targets
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
- This role requires working in a clean room environment and following applicable gowning, cleanliness, and contamination-control protocols.
- Ability to sit/stand/walk for 8-to-12-hour shift.
- Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying tasks are common, with most items weighing less than 5 lbs (some up to 35 lbs).
- Fine motor skills, manual dexterity and a steady hand are essential for handling small parts and tools.
- Visual acuity (sharpness, depth perception, color differentiation, peripheral awareness) is required for inspection and assembly tasks.
- Stability and balance are needed to maneuver items between stations safely.
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