Manufacturing Specialist- M-F

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).

Produce high-powered fiber lasers and components as part of a manufacturing team. No experience required. Receive Manufacturing Specialist on-the-job training to perform hands‑on production tasks, including electromechanical assembly. nLIGHT offers competitive wages, excellent benefits, and progression increases as you gain experience and develop your skills.

• Day Shift
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  Monday – Friday | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• Swing Shift
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  Monday – Friday | 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

• Learns and performs electromechanical assembly operations.
• Uses manual and electronic tools for assembly.
• Enters production data into computer-based system.
• Contributes as a valued team member.
• Performs various production tasks while working in a clean‑room environment, wearing clean‑room garments. Duties may include using a microscope and handling solvents.
• 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 and quality standards.
• Checks equipment regularly to ensure normal operating activity.
• May engage in basic troubleshooting.

• Experience in electronic assembly is preferred but not required.
• Soldering and/or wire bonding experience is a plus.
• Ability to work in a team‑oriented production environment.
• Demonstrated proficiencies in basic computer skills to perform data entry.
• Demonstrated problem solving abilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Good communication skills.
• Committed to working safely.
• Ability and willingness to follow all rules and regulations, including safety, attendance, breaks etc. as established by management.
• Ability to communicate and follow English written and verbal instructions.
• Basic math skills, including: addition, subtraction, and multiplication in order to process inventory, counting, time allocation, and work hours.
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work overtime as needed to meet team and company goals.

• Must be able to function well in a cleanroom environment.
• Must be able to perform in cleanroom wearing cleanroom garments.
• Must be able to work in a controlled chemical environment.

• Ability to work assigned shift with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Must be dependable and reliable.
• Ability to sit/stand/walk for 8‑hour shift & lift up to 35 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to frequently use hands for the repetitive actions of simple and firm grasping and fine attention to detail.

Starting pay depends on qualifications:

• Manufacturing Specialist I – starts $18.73 per hour
• Manufacturing Specialist II – starts at $19.77 per hour
• Manufacturing Specialist III – starts at $20.80 per hour
• Shift differentials are paid at the rate of 10% for hours worked between 5:30 PM and 12:00 AM and at 15% for hours worked between 12:00 AM and 5:30 AM
• Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages
• 120 hours of paid Vacation per year, plus paid Sick Leave and 10 paid 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 per 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

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