Manufacturing Supervisor- Thurs-Sat- bi Wed 5:00P-5:15A

nLIGHT, Inc.; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Bonus up to 2%

Job summary

nLIGHT, Inc. in Vancouver, WA, is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor for the night shift to lead a 20+ person team on a high‑velocity wafer fab and packaging line. You will drive safety, develop and train staff, manage performance, and implement continuous improvements to meet throughput and cost targets.

The role requires strong leadership, Lean/5-S expertise, and the ability to work 12‑hour shifts in clean room/ESD environments. Training occurs on day shift for ~6 weeks.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years in a complex manufacturing environment with increasing complexity.
• Minimum two (2) years in a supervisory role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated leadership and safety commitment.
• Ability to work 12 hr shifts in clean room and ESD environments.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a 20+ member shift team of manufacturing specialists, leads and technicians.
• Ensures a safe work environment and proactive safety culture; supports investigations.
• Plans, directs, and evaluates work; coaches and counsels employees; handles disciplinary actions.
• Leads Lean, 5-S, value stream mapping and continuous flow activities.
• Monitors attendance, capacity planning, and reports in daily manufacturing meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

LEAN

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Who We Are

At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting edge of laser technology in dynamic and growing markets. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductor and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace and defense applications. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also the things that can be made. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

Summary

Manufacturing Supervisors are responsible for all aspects of assigned shift performance, with a specific focus on nLIGHT's Vancouver wafer fab and singulation/packaging manufacturing line. The supervisor manages work teams in a high mix manufacturing environment, ensuring safety, developing teams, training, allocating manpower; driving and implementing continuous improvement solutions to improve product quality and reach throughput and cost targets, and fostering positive team morale. Requires daily interaction with Operations support teams, Product Line leaders, and Development Engineering with direct responsibility for all production activities in support of a high velocity fabrication team on shift. We currently have one opening for night shift, as follows:

• D Shift: Thurs-Saturday & every other Wednesday - 5PM-5:15AM

Please note: training will be on day shift for approximately 6 weeks.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervises approximately 20+ member team on shift; including manufacturing specialists, leads and technicians
• Ensures a safe work environment for all employees; reinforces a proactive safety culture, supports incident investigations, and participates in ergonomic evaluations
• Responsible for training, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, and recognition
• Coaches and counsels employees. Recommends and assists in disciplinary actions, investigations, addressing complaints, and resolving conflicts, in coordination with the Operations Director and Human Resources
• Performs supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Company policies and applicable laws
• Responsible for employee performance management; motivates and facilitates continuous learning and develop
• Develops, implements, and analyzes approved actions to improve manufacturing processes, equipment performance, quality, and takes the appropriate corrective actions to meet goals, quality standards, safety, and cost objectives
• Ensures conformance to established processes and procedures
• Monitors and approves employee time and attendance records, follows federal, state, and local wage and hour laws
• Provides leadership through effective communication, coaching, training, and development
• Identifies staffing needs and assists in capacity planning with area management
• Trains, develops, and manages team members to achieve aggressive output goals
• Leads and reports out in daily manufacturing meetings
• Leads LEAN, 5-S, value stream mapping, and continuous flow activity

Qualifications:

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a complex manufacturing environment with a record of increasing job complexity and hands-on problem-solving ability
• Minimum two (2) years in a supervisory role
• Electronics/optics supervisory/management experience is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business is preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Demonstrate an unwavering dedication to safety of yourself, your team, and all of those around you
• Ability to communicate (written and verbal) and listen effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to work with a diverse team and across various functional groups
• Experience with LEAN and 5-S implementation and maintenance
• Proven ability to drive continuous-improvements to operational challenges. are implemented
• Ability to work 12 hr shifts in clean room and ESD environments

Compensation and Benefits

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits. Salary level is based on experience, education, and skills:

• Manufacturing Supervisor I: $31.00-$42.00 hourly
• Manufacturing Supervisor II: $86,000 - $100,000 annually

Benefits will vary depending on level (hourly/salary)

• Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages, depending on level
• 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 U.S. export control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a U.S. Person-that is, a U.S. 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.

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 [emailprotected].

E‑Verify Participation: nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.