Manufacturing Specialist - Swing Shift

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 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.

• Swing Shift: 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 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 the documented work instructions and standards.
• Identifies and reports any irregularities that are not in compliance with work instructions.
• Ensures work is completed safely and in compliance 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, including addition, subtraction, and multiplication 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 clean‑room environment.
• Must be able to perform in a clean‑room while 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 repetitive actions requiring a firm grasp and fine attention to detail.

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

• 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 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 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 $40.00 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer.…