Manufacturing Technician- (C Thurs-Sat bi-Wed 5A-5:15P)

nLIGHT•Vancouver, WA

41d•$24 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

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). Manufacturing Technicians are responsible for operating and sustaining equipment in high volume production, troubleshooting process and equipment issues, continuous improvement activities related to process and equipment and support of Production. Will enable next generation components and systems related to semiconductor diodes lasers, optics, and fiber coupled devices.

Requirements

Minimum of 6 months experience as an MSIII or 1+ years of experience in high volume production environment working with electronics, semiconductor equipment, or opto-mechanical assemblies, as a technician
Ability to acquire job skills and learn company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks.
Demonstrated basic understanding of PCVD technology and electronic signal controls.
Demonstrated ability to use common hand tools such as multimeters and other tools necessary for performing in the role.
Good written and verbal communication skills
Good computer skills and comfortable learning new tools and processes
Able to follow prescribed OCAP for the issue.
Complete all assigned Litmos courses.
Ability to perform routine mechanical tasks.
Ability to use tools and power equipment in the performance of duties.
Ability to read and work from sketches, blueprints, and schematics.
Ability to work as a team member and share skills.
Good communication skills, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with individuals and groups who come from diverse backgrounds.
Must be a US Person (US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).

Responsibilities

Load, operate and maintain automated production tools, ensuring high quality, throughput and utilization.
Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, perform routine data collection, and effectively communicate the status of tools and proposed solutions.
Help define and execute routine process equipment maintenance and calibrations.
Work collaboratively with process engineering to manage specific processes and assist in defining and executing continuous process improvements with a focus on projects that reduce PM or tool down durations, improve safety/ergonomics, and reduce tool interruptions.
Support engineering in documenting processes in Prototype and High-volume lines.
Drive continuous improvement opportunities utilizing wide variety of analytical techniques (such as SPC, DOE, Gage R&R), lean manufacturing, and six sigma concepts.
Perform manufacturing builds and other production tasks as needed to meet production goals.
Ensures clean, safe, and organized work areas.

Benefits

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