The Manufacturing Technician III is responsible for assembling, manufacturing, or refurbishing products, components, and sub-assemblies in accordance with established procedures and quality standards. This role completes assigned tasks with growing independence, ensuring finished goods are prepared accurately and on time for customer delivery, meeting both quality and production targets.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assemble or manufacture components accurately and in accordance with documented assembly procedures. Deliver finished products or sub-assemblies consistently, meeting established quality and quantity goals. Use hand tools — including screwdrivers, socket wrenches, torque drivers, and hex wrenches — to assemble parts; may also work with adhesives, lubricants, or other materials as required. Perform fine motor skill tasks such as trimming materials, applying labels, and completing detailed assembly instructions. May be assigned to work with moving parts, power tools, and/or in confined or restricted spaces as operational needs require.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Identify and disposition non-conforming parts or assemblies, escalating as appropriate. Assist in the setup, calibration, and basic maintenance of production equipment and tooling. Participate in NPI projects and third-party verification activities as directed. Maintain inventory accuracy and support cycle count activities. Utilize core systems including LN (SFO Operations/Orders Close, Serial Pick, Warehouse Orders), Lathe (Operation Close, Serial Pick), Red Tag, Bartender, SPOT EC Spreadsheet/SI, and JIRA Stock Requests to execute and track production work.

QUALIFICATIONS/PRIOR EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCIES

Demonstrated dependability, punctuality, and commitment to workplace safety. Ability to read and understand written work instructions in English. Basic computer skills sufficient to access work procedures, time-keeping systems, and other work-related documents. Advancement within the role is commensurate with additional experience, expertise, and demonstrated proficiency across multiple product families and technical skill areas.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION

High School Diploma or GED required.

Location:

Candidates must reside within commuting distance of our Boulder, CO office. Relocation assistance is not available. Only local candidates will be considered. This position requires 5 days a week in office.

Candidate AI Usage Policy:

AI is a part of our daily work at Spectra, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Compensation:

$23.32 - 28.00/ hour. While this salary range is a good faith and reasonable estimate, a candidate's actual salary will be competitive based on a variety of factors including the candidate's knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company matching Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options Short-term and long-term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time Educational reimbursement

Application Window :

Applications will be accepted until 11.30.2026 WHY SPECTRA? Located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, Colorado, Spectra is an entrepreneurial, private company with more than 40 years of proven success preserving, protecting and defending the world's data. Spectra offers a challenging, flexible and creative work environment. Our culture is one that drives personal opportunity and advancement and rewards high performance while maintaining a high-quality work-life balance. We offer a casual, hybrid work environment with ample opportunity to learn and grow within the company. Work out on your own or with our trainer at one of the on-campus gyms; grab lunch or snacks onsite or challenge the CEO to a game of pinball; and grow your career with peers who are second to none.

SPECTRA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Spectra is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we never discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other characteristics protected by applicable law

•Spectra Logic is committed to the practice and policies of equal employment opportunities in the recruitment, employment and promotion of all associates without regard to age 40 and over, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, status as protected veteran, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.

Pay:

$23.50 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person