Manufacturing Specialist – Swing Shift (Mon–Fri, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM)

**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 fiber lasers and components as part of a manufacturing team. No experience required. Receive Manufacturing Specialist on-the-job training to perform hands-on production tasks, including electromechanical assembly. nLIGHT offers competitive wages, excellent benefits, and progression increases as you gain experience and develop your skills. - **Swing Shift**: Monday - Friday | 2:00 PM - 10:30PM **RESPONSIBILITIES** - Learns and performs electromechanical assembly operations. - Uses manual and electronic tools for assembly. - Enters production data into computer-based system. - Contributes as a valued team member. - Performs various production tasks while working in a clean room environment, wearing clean room garments. Duties may include using a microscope and handling solvents. - Engages in production activities according to the documented work instructions and standards. - Identifies and reports any irregularities which are not complaint with work instructions. - Ensures work is completed in a safe manner and complies with all safety and quality standards. - Checks equipment regularly to ensure normal operating activity. - May engage in basic troubleshooting. **Qualifications** - Experience in electronic assembly is preferred but not required. - Soldering and/or wire bonding experience is a plus. - Ability to work in a team-oriented production environment. - Demonstrated proficiencies in basic computer skills to perform data entry. - Demonstrated problem solving abilities. - Ability to adapt to changing priorities, meet deadlines and work well under pressure. - Good communication skills. - Committed to working safely. - Ability and willingness to follow to all rules and regulations, including safety, attendance, breaks etc. as established by management. - Ability to communicate and follow English written and verbal instructions. - Basic math skills, including: addition, subtraction, and multiplication in order to process inventory, counting, time allocation, and work hours. - Good attention to detail - Ability to work overtime as needed to meet team and company goals. **Work Environment:** - Must be able to function well in an cleanroom environment. - Must be able to perform in cleanroom wearing cleanroom garments. - Must be able to work in a controlled chemical environment. **Physical Requirements:** - Ability to work assigned shift with or without a reasonable accommodation. - Must be dependable and reliable. - Ability to sit/stand/walk for 8-hour shift & lift up to 35 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation. - Ability to frequently use hands for the repetitive actions of simple and firm grasping and fine attention to detail. **nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:** 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 - Shift differentials are paid at the rate of 10% for hours worked between 5:30PM and 12:00AM and at 15% for hours worked 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 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-Te…