About The Position

nLIGHT has 23 temporary Manufacturing Specialist positions available at our Camas location. These temporary positions offer a limited benefits package and are expected to last 6 months. These openings offer an excellent opportunity to gain valuable industry experience and potentially secure a long-term position 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. Embarking on a career in high-powered laser production offers a unique opportunity to develop a highly specialized skill set. Through on-the-job training, team members will master intricate tasks such as small part assembly, optical fiber handling, and precision inspection. This hands-on experience in a cutting-edge field not only contributes to personal growth but also plays a crucial role in advancing technological innovation. We have the following shifts available: A Shift: Sunday-Tuesday, every other Wednesday; 5AM-5:15PM B Shift: Sunday-Tuesday, every other Wednesday, 5P-5:15AM C Shift: Thursday-Saturday, every other Wednesday; 5AM-5:15PM D Shift: Thursday-Saturday, every other Wednesday, 5P-5:15A Produce high-powered fiber lasers and components as part of a manufacturing team. Experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements

  • 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.
  • Ability to frequently use hands for the repetitive actions of simple and firm grasping.
  • Small part assembly requires fine motor skills and a steady hand.
  • Ability to work in a clean room environment, wearing clean room garments, using a microscope, handling solvents, and working with tools.
  • Must be a US Person (US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).

Nice To Haves

  • Experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Learns and performs electromechanical assembly operations
  • Operates test equipment
  • Uses manual and electronic tools for mechanical and optical assembly
  • Enters 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

Benefits

  • Limited benefits package
  • Starting pay depends on qualifications: Manufacturing Specialist I - starts $19.20 per hour, Manufacturing Specialist II - starts at $20.35 per hour, Manufacturing Specialist III- starts at $21.57 per hour, Manufacturing Specialist IV - $22.93
  • 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
  • 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
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Pet Insurance
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