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Manufacturing Specialist III - Swing Shift (M-F 4P-12:30A)

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Apr 2026

💰 $42,000/yr

About the role

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 semiconductors 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).

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.

Shift Available:

Swing Shift: Monday-Friday 4PM-12:30AM

Responsibilities:

Learn and perform electromechanical assembly operations required to build fiber lasers
Work a minimum of 8 hours in a clean room environment, wearing clean room garments (smock, hair-covering, booties, gloves, and laser glasses)
Use manual and electronic tools for mechanical and optical assembly
Enter production build report data into computer-based travelers and inventory system
Includes handling solvents
Includes extended periods of standing and sitting
Contributing as a valued team member is central to long-term success in this position

Qualifications

Experienced handling small delicate components and assembly, using ESD practices and clean room protocol preferred, but not required.
Soldering and microscope experience a plus.
Ability to work in a team-oriented production environment.
Committed to working safely.
Willing to make improvement suggestions.
Willing and able to be trained.
Ability to communicate and follow English written and verbal instructions.
Ability to maintain on-time, excellent attendance and overtime availability.
Must be comfortable with the use of computer for data entry.
Must have good mechanical skills.
Must be comfortable using chemicals.
Ability to identify and distinguish colors.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work assigned shift with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Ability to sit/stand/walk for 8-to-12-hour shift & lift up to 10 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Ability to frequently use hands for the repetitive actions of simple and firm grasping.
Ability to work in a clean room environment.

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Starting pay depends on qualifications:

Manufacturing Specialist III - starts $21.57 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