Laser & Optics Manufacturing Technician (Day Shift)

nLIGHT, Inc.; Camas (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits on first day

401(k) with company match

Vacation and paid holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

nLIGHT, Inc. in Camas, WA, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician I or II to sustain high-volume production of semiconductor diode lasers and optics. You will monitor automated tools, troubleshoot issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

This role requires basic tooling skills, reading drawings, and strong teamwork in a clean-room environment; shift is Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6 months+ MSIII or 1+ year in high-volume electronic/optical production.
• Basic to intermediate manufacturing technology understanding.
• Proficiency with hand tools and measurement devices.
• Ability to read sketches, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong teamwork and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Monitor automated production tools to ensure quality, throughput, and utilization.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues; collect data and report status.
• Maintain and calibrate routine process equipment.
• Collaborate with process engineering on improvements and ER/PM reductions.
• Train, certify, and support production team members.

Skills

Hand tools proficiency

Reading drawings/blueprints

Team collaboration

Attention to safety

Effective verbal communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Experience in high-volume production environment

Tools

Multimeters

Soldering tools

Laser tools

General electromechanical tools

Job description

nLIGHT, Inc. in Camas, WA, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician I or II to sustain high-volume production of semiconductor diode lasers and optics. You will monitor automated tools, troubleshoot issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

This role requires basic tooling skills, reading drawings, and strong teamwork in a clean-room environment; shift is Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.