Laser Engraving Technician - 4-Day Week, Benefits

Nightforce Optics; Orofino (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid benefits

60 hours PTO

10-13 holidays

401k match

4-day work week

Employee discount

Job summary

Nightforce Optics is seeking a Laser Engraving Technician to join the Materials team in Orofino, ID. You will set up and operate laser engraving equipment to identify components and ensure production-ready parts meet Nightforce quality expectations.

We value accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work with R&D, QA, and Production teams. A high school diploma and proficiency with measuring tools and engraving software are required, with opportunities for growth and comprehensive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office and computer skills.
• Ability to learn and troubleshoot Laser Engraving software and machines.
• Good spatial reasoning for proper spacing.
• Knowledge of measuring techniques (Vernier Caliper, scale).
• Attention to detail and quality oriented.
• Highly organized with accuracy and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Mathematical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the laser engraving equipment.
• Load/unload and monitor engraving for quality.
• Inspect etched work for depth and defects.
• Interpret sketches/diagrams for engraving on parts.
• Collaborate with R&D, QA, Marketing, and Production.
• Engrave and print patterns on various materials.
• Design patterns using engraving software.
• Print proofs and verify engraving accuracy.
• Present parts to QA for First Article Buy-off.
• Track parts count and maintain clean workspace.
• Assist with special projects with R&D as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Laser Engraving software

Measurement techniques

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Mathematically inclined

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Laser Engraving Machine

Vernier Caliper

Job description

Nightforce Optics is seeking a Laser Engraving Technician to join the Materials team in Orofino, ID. You will set up and operate laser engraving equipment to identify components and ensure production-ready parts meet Nightforce quality expectations.

We value accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work with R&D, QA, and Production teams. A high school diploma and proficiency with measuring tools and engraving software are required, with opportunities for growth and comprehensive