Urgently Hiring Production Specialists in Camas — Schedule an Interview Today!

At nLIGHT, we are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, aerospace & defense, and other applications. Our lasers are transforming manufacturing processes and enabling new possibilities. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR) experiencing rapid growth.

About the role

We are hiring multiple Manufacturing Specialists with on-the-job training provided. Prior manufacturing experience is helpful but not required. Interviews are available daily, including this Saturday, August 29th.

Schedule

Shifts available at the Camas location:

• A Shift: Sunday-Tuesday/BI-Wednesday 5:00 AM – 5:15 PM
• B Shift: Sunday-Tuesday/BI-Wednesday 5:00 PM – 5:15 AM
• C Shift: Thursday-Saturday/BI-Wednesday 5:00 AM – 5:15 PM
• D Shift: Thursday-Saturday/BI-Wednesday 5:00 PM – 5:15 AM

Shift differentials are paid at an additional 10% for hours worked between 5:30 PM and 12:00 AM, and 15% for hours worked between 12:00 AM and 5:30 AM.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform electromechanical assembly operations
• Operate test equipment
• Use manual and electronic tools for mechanical and optical assembly
• Enter production data into a computer-based system
• Contribute as a valued team member
• Perform 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
• Engage in production activities according to documented work instructions and standards
• Identify and report any irregularities not compliant with work instructions
• Ensure work is completed safely and complies with all safety standards
• Check equipment regularly to ensure normal operating activity
• Engage in basic troubleshooting

Employees use a variety of hand tools, soldering tools, laser tools, and custom-built equipment for assembly and testing.

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

Additional compensation includes a target cash bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages.

Benefits

• 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 coverage (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

Requirements

• Ability to work assigned shift with or without reasonable accommodation
• 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 with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to follow instructions and solve problems
• Ability to embrace change
• Ability to consistently meet or exceed cycle time targets

Working Conditions

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
• Requires working in a clean room environment, following applicable gowning, cleanliness, and contamination-control protocols
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for an 8-to-12-hour shift
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying tasks are common (most items under 5 lbs, some up to 35 lbs)
• Fine motor skills, manual dexterity, and a steady hand are essential for handling small parts and tools
• Visual acuity (sharpness, depth perception, color differentiation, peripheral awareness) required for inspection and assembly tasks
• Stability and balance needed to maneuver items between stations safely

nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify, you must be a US Person (US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).