Manufacturing Technician- MOCVD (Compressed Night Shift)

About nLIGHT 

• Supports the effective operation of MOCVD wafer processes for manufacturing high power semiconductor lasers.
• Organizes, cleans, and maintains workspaces and tools using the 5S process.
• Cleans, repairs, and rebuilds parts and components.
• Performs and documents preventive maintenance procedures.
• Routinely handles, stores, delivers, tracks, and disposes of chemicals, gases, and hazardous waste.
• Assists engineers and senior technicians with troubleshooting and reactive maintenance.
• Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Monitors control of manufacturing processes through SPC.
• Assists in the improvement and documentation of processes and procedures.
• Calibrates, controls and helps troubleshoot MOCVD wafer processes.
• Immediately reports process problems, safety issues, maintenance issues, and any other areas of concern to the appropriate personnel.

Qualifications

• Previous experience and/or training in equipment or automotive repair and maintenance is a plus.
• Experience working in the semiconductor industry is desired but not required.
• Must have strong communication skills and be dependable and reliable.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong math skills, including basic algebra.
• Ability to multitask with a high degree of flexibility.
• Self-motivated and a strong team player.
• Proficient in basic computer skills to perform data entry.
• Must be committed to working safely and producing a quality product.
• Ability to work overtime if required to meet output schedules.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Associate degree in engineering, physics, materials, or chemistry a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform duties in a cleanroom environment while using proper PPE at all times.
• Ability to complete training and testing required to perform work while using an Air Supplied Respirator
• Ability to sit/stand/walk for 8-to-12-hour shift and lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to frequently use hands for repetitive actions and firm grasping.
• Ability to work with and around chemicals.

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Starting pay depends on qualifications:

• • Manufacturing Technician I - $22.93 to $28.70 per hour
  • Manufacturing Technician II - $24.45 to $31.80 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

nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).