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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).

Whether you’re launching your career or bringing previous manufacturing or technical experience, nLIGHT offers the opportunity to grow in a high‑tech environment. You’ll receive paid training, build hands‑on skills, and work with advanced laser technology while earning competitive pay, strong benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. nLIGHT is a place where both new and experienced employees can build a rewarding career.

• A Shift: Sunday‑Tuesday / BI‑Wednesday 5A‑5:15P
• C Shift: Thursday‑Saturday / BI‑Wednesday 5A‑5:15P
• Swing Shift (Opt
  1): Monday‑Friday 2:30P‑11:00P
• Swing Shift (Opt
  2): Monday‑Friday 4P‑12:30A

• B Shift: Sunday‑Tuesday / BI‑Wednesday 5P‑5:15A
• D Shift: Thursday‑Saturday / BI‑Wednesday 5P‑5:15A

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

• Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages
• Shift differentials are paid at the rate of an additional 10% for hours worked between 5:30PM and 12:00AM and at 15% for hours worked between 12:00AM and 5:30AM
• 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

• Learns and performs electromechanical assembly operations
• Operates test equipment
• Uses manual and electronic tools for mechanical and optical assembly
• Enters production data into computer‑based system
• Contributes as a valued team member
• Performs various production tasks which may include working in a clean room environment, wearing clean room garments, using a microscope, handling solvents, and working with tools
• Engages in production activities according to the 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 standards
• Checks equipment regularly to ensure normal operating activity
• May engage in basic troubleshooting
• Employees use a variety of hand tools, soldering tools, laser tools, and custom‑built equipment for assembly and testing.

• Ability to work assigned shift with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be dependable and reliable.
• Ability to work in a clean room environment, wearing clean room garments, using a microscope, handling solvents, and working with tools. Reliable Team player
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to follow instructions
• Problem‑solving skills
• Ability to embrace change
• Ability to consistently meet or exceed cycle time targets

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
• This role requires working in a clean room environment and following applicable gowning, cleanliness, and contamination‑control protocols.
• Ability to sit/stand/walk for 8‑to‑12‑hour shift.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying tasks are common, with most items weighing less than 5 lbs (some up to 35 lbs).
• Fine motor skills, manual dexterity…