Quality Technician (Monday - Friday 8:00AM to 4:30PM)

nLIGHT, Inc.
paid holidays, sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, Oregon, Hillsboro
20795 Northwest Cornell Road (Show on map)
Mar 29, 2025
Description 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). About the Role nLIGHT is seeking an experienced Quality Technician to join our quality team located in Hillsboro, Oregon.This role will perform sample inspection and measurement of incoming parts and paperwork to satisfy production requirements. This role supports first article inspection of new parts and/or parts from new suppliers. This position will record inspection results and initiate the disposition of non-conforming parts. Roles and Responsibilities Works with Quality Engineers to define the inspection methods and develop the inspection instructions Coordinates with warehouses and factories in Vancouver and Camas sites to schedule and arrange incoming inspections Serves as an expert for the IQA metrology tools. Maintains IQA metrology tools in Vancouver and Camas sites for calibration, upgrade, gage R&R and work with tool vendors for trouble shootings. Trains and coaches IQA inspectors, as well as provides routine guidance to execute inspection procedures Manages inspection documentation, inspection records, and support incoming inspection requirements Manages aspects of the non-conforming material (NCM) process - disposition, transactions, and reporting Completes First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) Performs audits to factory processes and the products that have been built Follows all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment Shift:Monday - Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM, plus overtime as necessary. There is flexibility for an earlier shift start time. Qualifications 2+ years of experience as a Quality Technician, or Manufacturing/Process Technician, or as Senior Quality Inspector Experience with measurement of precision mechanical and optical components/assemblies, using micrometers, calipers, go/no-go gauges, microscopes, optical comparators, etc. required. Ability to use and identify measurement errors of the inspection equipment including CMM or Optical measurement tool, and providing solutions Ability to wear cleanroom attire and required Personal Protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time. Experience with inspection of components for laser diode assemblies and fiber optics preferred. Ability to be proactive, to anticipate and provide solutions to business needs, and meet tight deadlines. Ability to work with others in a professional and collaborative manner Meticulous attention to detail, highly organized and self-motivated ASQ Certified Quality Inspector preferred ERP system transactions knowledge is required. ISO 9001 experience preferred Demonstrated ability to protect confidential and proprietary information. Ability to read and interpret Engineering Drawings Strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement Proficient in the use of MS Office programs such as Excel, Access etc. Ability to work with minimal supervision. nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensiveCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Starting pay depends on qualifications: Quality Technician II - $23.46 to $29.30 per hour Senior Quality Technician III - $25.50 to $28 per hour 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). Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: "EEO is the Law" and its accompanying temporary supplement. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or [emailprotected]