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Administrative/Office Assistant (Temp to Hire) at nLIGHT in Camas, WA
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Job 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).
Description
This role provides general office and administrative assistance in support of various groups and individuals. The successful candidate will be professional, proactive, self-motivated, and able to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Must be able to work in-person in Camas from 7:30AM to 4:30PM, Monday through Friday. This six-month temporary position offers the opportunity to become a permanent position, subject to strong performance and ongoing business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive administrative support to leadership and staff
Schedule and coordinate meetings and activities, including logistics, catering, materials preparation, room reservations, and attendee communications
Serve as a primary point of contact for employees, visitors, vendors, and external stakeholders
Draft, edit, and distribute professional communications, presentations, and documentation
Support reception operations, such as visitor sign-in, mail distribution, office supplies, and general office services
Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, itineraries, expense reconciliation, and travel policy compliance
Maintain vendor relationships and oversee service providers
Support workspace planning, maintenance activities, and workplace improvement projects
Monitor and maintain office resources, inventory, and access control systems
Support employee onboarding, safety programs, training initiatives, and company-wide communications
Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and systems, and operational efficiency while supporting special projects and organizational initiatives
Perform additional duties, special projects, and assignments as needed to support departmental and organizational requirements
Qualifications
3+ years of increasingly responsible clerical experience in a professional environment.
College degree preferred.
Experience in general accounting, business, travel coordination, human resources, or project management experience is a plus.
Ability to communicate effectively, in English, with personnel at all levels of the organization.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, positive, and effective working relationships.
Ability to work without direct supervision and to apply sound judgment in making decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Excellent listening and customer service skills, in person and on the phone.
Ability to protect confidential and proprietary information and to set professional boundaries.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
SharePoint knowledge is preferred.
Good problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively guide and assist others.
Ability to learn new systems.
Ability to coordinate across organizational boundaries to complete projects or tasks.
High attention to detail and ability to multitask.
nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Starting level and pay depends on qualifications:
- Administrative/Office Assistant - $20.00 to $26.00
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 this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. 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 HR@nlight.net.
E-Verify Participation: nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
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