Description
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.
Shift Available:
- Swing Shift: Sunday-Wednesday between 12PM - 10:30PM (flexible)
Responsibilities:
Learn and perform electromechanical assembly operations required to build fiber lasers
- Act as first line of defense in troubleshooting equipment and process issues, routine data collection and effective communication of status and solutions
- Assist Engineering to transition processes to new equipment and help develop and sustain high yielding processes.
- Reporting to Engineering, develop and test improved processes in support of new product introduction and efficiency improvement targets.
- Assist Operation Techs in improving processes and help increase yields across the line
- Work collaboratively with process engineering to manage specific processes, and assist in defining and executing continuous process improvements
- Within designated work areas, pay close attention to subtle changes in processes or tests and document these observations
- Help define, and then execute routine process equipment maintenance
- Assist with the training and certification of Production Personnel
- Support implementation of process and BOM changes on the line
- Formal documentation of procedures and work instructions by ECO
- Identify potential safety hazards in manufacturing stations and processes and drive solutions to them
- Lead by example in eliminating Process Engineering from Production's critical path
- Drive continuous improvement opportunities utilizing PFMEA, and a wide variety of analytical techniques (such as SPC, DOE, Gage R&R), lean manufacturing and six sigma concepts
Qualifications
- 3-5 years professional work experience in volume Production environment working with electronics, semiconductor equipment or opto-mechanical assemblies
- Associate's degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or exceptional industrial experience in closely related technologies is preferable.
- Meticulous attention to detail, highly organized and self-motivated
- Experience in sub-systems, fibers, precision optical/electro-mechanical assemblies
- Strong record of problem solving, implementing robust processes and systems
- Experience with new product introduction and product lifecycle process
- Experience with mechanical drawings, basic tooling and fixture design
- Knowledge and understanding of optics, fibers, laser diodes and test equipment is highly preferred
- Ability to work in cleanroom attire and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time, including laser safety protective eyewear.
nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensiveCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- Starting pay depends on qualifications:
Process Technician I - starts at $23.41 - $29.30 per hour
Process Technician II - starts at $25.49 - $33.10 per hour
Process Technician III - starts at $27.57 - $35.80 per hour
- Shift differentialsare paidat the rate of 10% for hours worked between 5:30PMand12:00AM andat15% for hours worked between 12:00AMand5:30AM
- Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% ofearnedwages
- 120hoursof paid Vacation per year, pluspaid Sick Leave and10paid 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$40.00per 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
nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person(that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or 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 employmentopportunity, please see this government poster:Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.If you are an individual with a disability and needa reasonableaccommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or[emailprotected].
E-Verify Participation:
nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
For more information, please review the following notices:
- E-Verify Participation Poster
nLIGHT, Inc.
sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k)
Feb 03, 2026