Manufacturing Test Technician - (A Sun-Tues bi-Wed 5A-5:15P)

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). 

Position Summary
The Manufacturing Test Technician performs production testing and inspection high power fiber lasers and amplifiers; records and maintains traceable test results; monitors and troubleshoots automated equipment; and supports maintenance, quality investigations, engineering activities, and process improvements to meet safety, quality, and production goals.

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

Responsibilities

• Executes production tests and inspections according to approved procedures, specifications, and work instructions. 
• Records test results and maintains accurate traceability documentation for materials, components, and completed work. 
• Identifies, segregates, and escalates nonconforming material in accordance with quality procedures. 
• Operates manual and semi-automated production equipment, troubleshoots equipment and process issues, collects data, and communicates status and recommended actions. 
• Verifies equipment readiness and performs required pre-use checks, routine maintenance, and calibration activities. 
• Partners with engineering on root cause investigations, corrective actions, equipment qualification, process validation, and new product introduction activities. 
• Supports process improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, safety, ergonomics, and equipment uptime. 
• Trains and certifies production team members on assigned processes. 
• Completes production builds and other manufacturing tasks as needed to meet production goals. 
• Follows ESD, laser safety, cleanroom, lockout/tagout, quality, and other applicable requirements. 
• Communicates production status, equipment issues, and unresolved concerns during shift handoffs. 
• Maintains an organized work area and supports 5S workplace standards. 

Qualifications

• At least six months of experience as an nLIGHT MSIII or equivalent, or one year of technician experience in a similar high-volume production cleanroom working with electronics, or opto-mechanical assemblies. 
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing technology and equipment, with the ability to interpret graphs and follow OCAP procedures. 
• Mechanical aptitude and proficiency with common hand tools, multimeters, and other tools required for the role. 
• Ability to read sketches, blueprints, and schematics and safely perform routine work using detailed instructions and established procedures. 
• Basic to intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Windows File Explorer, with the ability to learn new systems and complete required training. 
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical problems clearly. 
• Commitment to safety, quality, cleanroom protocols, and maintaining an organized work area. 
• Ability to work cooperatively with team members and colleagues from diverse backgrounds. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience setting up and aligning laser beams and optical components on an optical bench. 
• Basic knowledge of lenses, mirrors, collimation, beam waist, beam divergence, FWHM, wavelength, and decibels. 
• Experience setting up and using electrical or optical test equipment, such as constant-current power supplies, handheld digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, current clamps, or optical spectrum analyzers. 
• Technical troubleshooting experience. 

Working Conditions

• Work in a cleanroom environment and follow all gowning, cleanliness, contamination-control, safety, and quality requirements. 
• Frequently stand, sit, walk, and use repetitive hand and finger motions; occasionally squat or kneel during shifts of eight hours or longer. 
• Lift, push, pull, and carry items typically under 5 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds. 
• Use fine motor skills and manual dexterity to handle small parts, hand tools, soldering tools, laser tools, and custom assembly and test equipment. 
• Use visual acuity, depth perception, color differentiation, peripheral awareness, balance, and stability to complete inspection, assembly, and material-handling tasks safely. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

• 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