Manufacturing Specialist III - Compressed​/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 changing the things that can be made.

Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

Produce high‑powered lasers as part of a manufacturing team. Perform hands‑on production tasks, including: electromechanical assembly, splicing of optical fibers, inspection with microscopes, operation of electrical test equipment, operation of lasers, and cleaning parts.

• Swing Shift: Monday‑Friday 4PM‑12:30AM
• A Shift: Sunday‑Tuesday / Bi‑Wednesday 5AM‑5:15PM
• C Shift: Thursday‑Saturday / Bi‑Wednesday 5AM‑5:15PM

• Learn and perform electromechanical assembly operations required to build fiber lasers.
• Work a minimum of 8 hours in a clean‑room environment, wearing clean‑room garments (smock, hair‑covering, booties, gloves, and laser glasses).
• Use manual and electronic tools for mechanical and optical assembly.
• Enter production build report data into computer‑based travelers and inventory system.
• Handle solvents.
• Work extended periods of standing and sitting.
• Contribute as a valued team member; central to long‑term success in this position.

• Experience handling small delicate components and assembly, using ESD practices and clean‑room protocol preferred, but not required.
• Soldering and microscope experience a plus.
• Ability to work in a team‑oriented production environment.
• Committed to working safely.
• Willing to make improvement suggestions.
• Willing and able to be trained.
• Ability to communicate and follow English written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to maintain on‑time, excellent attendance and overtime availability.
• Must be comfortable with the use of a computer for data entry.
• Must have good mechanical skills.
• Must be comfortable using chemicals.
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors.

• Ability to work assigned shift with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk for an 8‑to‑12 hour shift & lift up to 10 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to frequently use hands for repetitive actions of simple and firm grasping.
• Ability to work in a clean‑room environment.

Manufacturing Specialist III – starts $20.80 per hour.

• Shift differentials paid at 10% for hours between 5:30PM and 12:00AM and 15% for hours between 12:00AM and 5:30AM.
• 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 start date.
• Medical, dental, 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 (a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).

Equal Opportunity Employer. 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, please see this government poster:
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For more information, please review the following notices: E-Verify Participation Poster, Right to Work Poster.