Manufacturing Specialist (Mon-Fri 7A-3:30P)

About the role

nLIGHT is a leading provider of high‑power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications. Headquartered in Camas, Washington and publicly listed (NASDAQ: LASR), the company is advancing laser technology that changes how things are made and what can be made. nLIGHT has three Manufacturing Specialist openings at its Vancouver location. In this role you will produce high‑powered lasers as part of a manufacturing team, performing hands‑on tasks such as electromechanical assembly, optical fiber splicing, microscope inspection, operation of electrical test equipment and lasers, and cleaning parts. Through on‑the‑job training you will develop specialized skills in small‑part assembly, optical fiber handling, and precision inspection, contributing to personal growth and technological innovation.

Responsibilities

• 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 documented work instructions and standards
• Identifies and reports any irregularities not compliant with work instructions
• Ensures work is completed safely and complies with all safety standards
• Checks equipment regularly to ensure normal operating activity
• May engage in basic troubleshooting

Skills

• 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

Qualifications

• Ability to work assigned shift with or without a reasonable accommodation
• Must be dependable and reliable
• Ability to sit/stand/walk for 8‑to‑12‑hour shift & lift up to 15 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation
• Ability to frequently use hands for the repetitive actions of simple and firm grasping
• Small part assembly requires fine motor skills and a steady hand
• Ability to work in a clean room environment, wearing clean room garments, using a microscope, handling solvents, and working with tools

Pay

• Manufacturing Specialist I – starts at $19.20 per hour
• Manufacturing Specialist II – starts at $20.35 per hour
• Manufacturing Specialist III – starts at $21.57 per hour
• Manufacturing Specialist IV – starts at $22.93 per hour
• Shift differentials: 10% for hours worked between 5:30 PM and 12:00 AM; 15% for hours worked between 12:00 AM and 5:30 AM
• Target cash bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages

Benefits

• 120 hours of paid vacation per year
• Paid sick leave
• 10 paid holidays
• Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after 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

Schedule

Day shift: Monday‑Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.