Laser Production Technician (Temporary, 6-Month)

nLIGHT, Inc.; Vancouver, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits on first day of the月

Shift differentials

Flexible Spending Accounts

Pet Insurance

Job summary

nLIGHT, Inc. has two temporary Manufacturing Specialist positions available at our Vancouver location. These 6-month assignments offer a compact benefits package and a strong path to future opportunities within the company.

Produce high‑powered lasers as part of a manufacturing team. Perform hands‑on production tasks, including electromechanical assembly, splicing of optical fibers, inspection with microscopes, operation of electrical test equipment, operation of lasers, and cleaning parts.

Qualifications

• Ability to work assigned shift with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Must be dependable and reliable.
• Ability to sit/stand/walk for 8-to-12-hour shift & lift up to 15 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Small part assembly requires fine motor skills and a steady hand.

Responsibilities

• Learns and performs electromechanical assembly operations
• Operates test equipment
• Uses manual and electronic tools for mechanical and optical assembly
• Enter production data into computer-based system
• Contributes as a valued team member
• Performs various production tasks which may include working in a clean room environment, wearing clean room garments, using a microscope, handling solvents, and working with tools
• Engages in production activities according to the documented work instructions and standards
• Identifies and reports any irregularities which are not compliant with work instructions
• Ensures work is completed in a safe manner and complies with all safety standards
• Checks equipment regularly to ensure normal operating activity
• May engage in basic troubleshooting

Skills

Electromechanical assembly

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Tools

Microscope

Electrical test equipment

Job description

nLIGHT, Inc. has two temporary Manufacturing Specialist positions available at our Vancouver location. These 6-month assignments offer a compact benefits package and a strong path to future opportunities within the company.

Produce high‑powered lasers as part of a manufacturing team. Perform hands‑on production tasks, including electromechanical assembly, splicing of optical fibers, inspection with microscopes, operation of electrical test equipment, operation of lasers, and cleaning parts.