Laser & Optics Manufacturing Technician

nLIGHT; Camas (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

nLIGHT, headquartered in Camas, WA, is seeking Manufacturing Technicians to sustain high-volume production of laser and semiconductor devices. You will troubleshoot processes, support production operations, and help drive continuous improvement across die, optics, and fiber-coupled assemblies.

The role involves rotating shifts (Sun–Tue, bi‑Wed 5A–5:15P; Thu–Sat, bi‑Wed 5A–5:15P) and requires a focus on safety, quality, and teamwork in a clean room environment.

Qualifications

• 6 months MSIII or 1+ year in a high-volume electronics, semiconductor, or opto‑mechanical production environment.
• Proven ability to learn company policies and perform routine tasks.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing technology and equipment.
• Proficient use of common hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Effective written and verbal communication and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor automated production tools and equipment to ensure high quality, throughput, and utilization.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues; collect data and communicate status and solutions.
• Assist in maintenance, calibrations, and continuous improvement activities to reduce downtime.
• Collaborate with process engineering to implement improvements and document processes.
• Train, support, and certify production team members; assist in prototyping and high‑volume line documentation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Safety compliance

Tools

Multimeters

Soldering tools

Laser tools

Hand tools

Job description

nLIGHT, headquartered in Camas, WA, is seeking Manufacturing Technicians to sustain high-volume production of laser and semiconductor devices. You will troubleshoot processes, support production operations, and help drive continuous improvement across die, optics, and fiber-coupled assemblies.

The role involves rotating shifts (Sun–Tue, bi‑Wed 5A–5:15P; Thu–Sat, bi‑Wed 5A–5:15P) and requires a focus on safety, quality, and teamwork in a clean room environment.