Manufacturing Specialist – Swing Shift; Mon–Fri
Listed on 2026-10-08
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Assembly, Production Associate / Production Line, Manufacturing Engineer
Fiber and semiconductor laser manufacturing
Manufacturing Specialist – Swing Shift (Mon–Fri, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM)Hillsboro
- No experience required
- Full Time
Job Location Hillsboro
Remote Work Policy
In office
Not Available
Relocation Allowed
Skills Multiplication basic computer skills Basic Math Skills Electromechanical Assembly Manual Tools Electronic Tools Addition Subtraction Computer-Based System
About the jobWho 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.
- Swing Shift
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Monday - Friday | 2:00 PM - 10:30PM
RESPONSIBILITIES
- 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.
* Qualifications
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- 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.
- Committed to working safely.
- Ability and willingness to follow to 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.
- Ability to work overtime as needed to meet team and company goals.
- Must be able to function well in an cleanroom environment.
- Must be able to perform in cleanroom wearing cleanroom garments.
- Must be able to work in a controlled chemical environment.
Physical Requirements:
- 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.
nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- 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 5:30PM and 12:00AM and at 15% for hours worked between 12:00AM and 5:30AM
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