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.

Monday - Friday | 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

• Learns and performs electromechanical assembly operations.
• Uses manual and electronic tools for assembly.
• Enters production data into a 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 documented work instructions and standards.
• Identifies and reports any irregularities which are not compliant 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 proficiency 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 for processing 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 clean‑room environment.
• Must be able to perform in clean‑room wearing clean‑room 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, and walk for an 8‑hour shift and 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.

• 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: 10% for hours worked between 5:30 PM and 12:00 AM; 15% for hours worked between 12:00 AM and 5:30 PM
• 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 first day of the month after your start date
• Medical, dental and vision benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee‑paid premiums as low as $40.00 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

nLIGHT is subject to U.S. Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident,…