Equipment Technician (B/D Compressed Shift)

nLIGHT, Inc.; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits from start

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

nLIGHT, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Technician to support maintenance and operations in Vancouver, WA. The role covers setup, calibration, troubleshooting, repairs, and PM tasks on Test & Bonding equipment using a CMMS system.

Ideal candidates have a background in electronics manufacturing, 3+ years of maintenance experience, and the ability to read schematics. Shift work is required; training begins on compressed day shift with various shift options.

Qualifications

• 3+ years equipment maintenance experience (not required)
• Associate Degree in Electronics, Manufacturing Technology or equivalent working experience desired
• Ability to read electrical schematics, pneumatic drawings, and piping schematics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to write technical procedures and work instructions
• General understanding of SPC
• Intermediate MS Office and computer skills
• Must be able to work in a clean room, work from ladders, and lift
• Shift work is required
• On-call rotating basis may be required

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain tools and facilities.
• Set-up, calibration, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades and preventative maintenance on Test & Bonding equipment using CMMS.
• Support installation of process tools.
• Collect and evaluate equipment data, including SPC, to ensure baselines and quality maintenance.
• Create preventative maintenance procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement and implement new or improved procedures.
• Responsible for lab safety, spare parts inventory, and 5S organization.
• Cross-train other technicians.
• Support operations as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Problem-solving

Electrical schematics

Technical writing

SPC knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Electronics

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job 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.

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).

nLIGHT is seeking an outstanding Equipment Technician to support our maintenance and operations located in Vancouver, Washington.

Schedule (choose Which Shift)

• The first weeks of training will be training on compressed day shift
• Shift A: Sunday-Tuesday bi-Wednesday 5A-5:15P
• Shift C: Thursday-Saturday bi-Wednesday 5A-5:15P

Functions

• Responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of tools and facilities
• Performs set-up, calibration, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades and preventative maintenance tasks on Test & Bonding equipment using CMMS system
• Supports installation of process tools
• Collects and evaluate equipment data, including SPC, to ensure equipment baselines and operations remain in control and quality maintenance standards are met
• Creates preventative maintenance procedures
• Drives/enables suggestions from the team and other sources to implementation, resulting in continuous improvement
• Provides recommendations for new or improved procedures
• Responsible for lab safety, spare part inventory, and 5S organization
• Cross trains other technicians
• Supports operations as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bond and Test equipment experience preferred
• Ideal candidate will have 3+ years equipment maintenance experience. (not required)
• Associate Degree in Electronics, Manufacturing Technology or equivalent working experience desired
• Strong background in Equipment Maintenance
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Ability to understand electrical schematics, pneumatic drawings, and piping schematics
• Excellent written and verbal communications skill
• Ability to write technical procedures and work instructions
• General understanding of SPC
• Intermediate Microsoft office and computer skills
• Must be able to work in a clean room environment, work from ladders, and lift
• Shift work is required
• Prefer prior experience of the Emergency Response Team with ability to wear respirators and SCBA equipment
• Demonstrates personal modesty with the intent to enhance teamwork dynamics within the group and between cross-functional area
• Ability to be on call on a rotating basis, if needed

NLIGHT Is Proud To Offer Comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Starting pay depends on qualifications:
• Equipment Technician I - $24.00 to $30.00 per hour
• Equipment Technician II - $26.00 to $33.80 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-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 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 employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

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
• Right to Work Poster