Process Technician - B/D Compressed Shift

nLIGHT, Inc.; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Vacation and holidays

Life & AD&D Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

nLIGHT, Inc. in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Process Technician to operate and maintain EMOF reactors and assessment tools, ensuring material quality meets specifications. The role emphasizes safety, process optimization, and collaboration with Process Engineering.

Eligible candidates have an associate degree or related industrial experience, with preference for laser/optics backgrounds. Roles involve shift work and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, or Chemistry or related industrial experience.
• Degree in Laser or optics technology preferred.
• 1+ years in volume production with electronics, semiconductor equipment or opto-mechanical assemblies.
• Experience with mechanical drawings and basic tooling.
• Strong attention to detail, organized and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Operate EMOF processes and sustain production wafer processing for high power lasers.
• Identify opportunities to improve yield, throughput, and cycle time.
• Monitor manufacturing processes via SPC and document procedures for ISO.
• Troubleshoot equipment, collect data, and communicate solutions clearly.
• Train and certify Production Personnel and support BOM changes on the line.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Team player

Self-motivation

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Associates Degree in Electronics/Physics/Engineering

Laser/optics technology degree preferred

Tools

Mechanical drawings

Job description

Description

Who We Are

At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductor and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made.

Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

nLIGHT is seeking a Process Technician to join our team at our Vancouver, Washington location. This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the EMOF reactors and assessment tools either directly or through the work of operators/technicians. This individual is accountable for ensuring that the quality of materials produced by the EMOF tools meet the required specifications.

Schedule (optional between two):

Shift B: Sunday-Tuesday bi-Wednesday 5P-5:15A

Shift D: Thursday-Saturday bi-Wednesday 5P-5:15A

Functions

• Follows all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
• Supports government and internally funded research and development efforts by effective operation of EMOF processes
• Sustains production EMOF wafer processes for manufacturing high power semiconductor lasers
• Identifies opportunities for continuous yield, throughput, and cycle-time improvements
• Monitors control of manufacturing processes through SPC
• Creates and/or improves documentation of processes and procedures for ISO
• Works collaboratively with process engineering to manage specific processes, and assists in defining and executing continuous process improvements
• Helps define, and then executes routine process equipment maintenance
• Acts as first line of defense in troubleshooting equipment and process issues, routine data collection and effective communication of status and solutions
• Assists with the training and certification of Production Personnel
• Supports implementation of process and BOM changes on the line
• Leads by example in eliminating Process Engineering from Production's critical path
• Drives continuous improvement opportunities utilizing wide variety of analytical techniques (such as SPC, DOE, Gage R&R), lean manufacturing and six sigma concepts

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, or Chemistry or exceptional industrial experience in closely related technologies.
• Degree in Laser or optics technology is preferred
• 1+ years work experience in volume Production environment working with electronics, semiconductor equipment or opto-mechanical assemblies
• Experience with mechanical drawings and basic tooling
• Meticulous attention to detail, highly organized and self-motivated
• Knowledge and understanding of optics, fibers, laser diodes and test equipment is highly preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communications
• Ability to analyze and solve problems independently
• Ability to work with others in a professional and collaborative manner
• Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, follow-through, and minimum supervision
• Ability to gown cleanroom attire and wear required Personal Protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time including laser safety protective eyewear
• Background interests in Science or Engineering
• Good analytic and communication skills
• Ability to clearly and effectively summarize and present results
• Self-motivated and strong team player
• Capability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work overtime as required to meet production output schedules
• In order to be considered for this position, candidates must be willing to submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies.

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Process Technician I - starts at $24.00 - $30.00 per hour
• Process Technician II - starts at $26.00 - $33.80 per hour
• Process Technician III - starts at $28.50 - $38.50 per hour
• Shift differentials are paid at the rate of 10% for hours worked between 5:30PM and 12:00AM and at 15% for hours worked between 12:00AM and 5:30AM
• Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages
• 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 US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, aUS 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.For more information about our commitment to equal employmentopportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and needa reasonableaccommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [email protected].

E-Verify Participation:

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

For more information, please review the following notices:

• E-Verify Participation Poster
• Right to Work Poster