Process Technician

nLIGHT•Camas, WA

7d•$23 - $36

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). 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: Sunday-Wednesday between 12PM – 10:30PM (flexible)

Requirements

3-5 years professional work experience in volume Production environment working with electronics, semiconductor equipment or opto-mechanical assemblies
Associate’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or exceptional industrial experience in closely related technologies is preferable.
Meticulous attention to detail, highly organized and self-motivated
Experience in sub-systems, fibers, precision optical/electro-mechanical assemblies
Strong record of problem solving, implementing robust processes and systems
Experience with new product introduction and product lifecycle process
Experience with mechanical drawings, basic tooling and fixture design
Ability to work in cleanroom attire and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time, including laser safety protective eyewear.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and understanding of optics, fibers, laser diodes and test equipment is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Learn and perform electromechanical assembly operations required to build fiber lasers
Act as first line of defense in troubleshooting equipment and process issues, routine data collection and effective communication of status and solutions
Assist Engineering to transition processes to new equipment and help develop and sustain high yielding processes.
Reporting to Engineering, develop and test improved processes in support of new product introduction and efficiency improvement targets.
Assist Operation Techs in improving processes and help increase yields across the line
Work collaboratively with process engineering to manage specific processes, and assist in defining and executing continuous process improvements
Within designated work areas, pay close attention to subtle changes in processes or tests and document these observations
Help define, and then execute routine process equipment maintenance
Assist with the training and certification of Production Personnel
Support implementation of process and BOM changes on the line
Formal documentation of procedures and work instructions by ECO
Identify potential safety hazards in manufacturing stations and processes and drive solutions to them
Lead by example in eliminating Process Engineering from Production’s critical path
Drive continuous improvement opportunities utilizing PFMEA, and a wide variety of analytical techniques (such as SPC, DOE, Gage R&R), lean manufacturing and six sigma concepts

Benefits

Starting pay depends on qualifications:
Process Technician I - starts at $23.41 - $29.30 per hour
Process Technician II - starts at $25.49 - $33.10 per hour
Process Technician III - starts at $27.57 - $35.80 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