Manufacturing Specialists – Swing Shift; Mon–Fri

About nLIGHT

nLIGHT is a leading provider of high‑power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is publicly listed (NASDAQ: LASR).

Manufacturing Specialist (Electromechanical Assembly). No prior experience required. Receive on‑the‑job training to perform electromechanical assembly and related tasks in a cleanroom environment.

• Swing Shift: Monday – Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

• Learn and perform electromechanical assembly operations.
• Use manual and electronic tools for assembly.
• Enter production data into a computer‑based system.
• Contribute as a valued team member within a clean‑room environment (worn garments, microscope use, solvent handling).
• Follow documented work instructions and quality standards.
• Identify and report irregularities that do not comply with instructions.
• Ensure safe work practices and compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Check equipment regularly for proper operation.
• Engage in basic troubleshooting as needed.

• Electronic assembly experience preferred but not required.
• Soldering and/or wire bonding experience is a plus.
• Team‑oriented production environment aptitude.
• Basic computer skills for data entry.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Adaptability to changing priorities, meeting deadlines under pressure.
• Good communication skills.
• Commitment to safety.
• Willingness to follow all rules and regulations (safety, attendance, breaks, etc.).
• Ability to communicate and follow English written and verbal instructions.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication) for inventory, counting, time allocation, and work hours.
• Attention to detail.
• Availability to work overtime as needed.

• Must function well in a cleanroom environment.
• Must wear cleanroom garments.
• Must work in a controlled chemical environment.

• Ability to work assigned shift with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Dependable and reliable.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk for an 8‑hour shift and lift up to 35 pounds with or without accommodation.
• Frequent use of hands for repetitive actions and fine attention to detail.

• Manufacturing Specialist I – starts $19.20 per hour.
• Manufacturing Specialist II – starts $20.35 per hour.
• Manufacturing Specialist III – starts $21.57 per hour.
• Shift differentials: 10 % for hours 5:30 PM‑12:00 AM; 15 % for hours 12:00 AM‑5:30 PM.
• Target cash bonus up to 2 % of earned wages.
• 120 hours paid vacation per year, paid sick leave, and 10 paid holidays.
• Health benefits available first month after 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, 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, candidates must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, see this government poster:
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nLIGHT participates in the E‑Verify program. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.

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