1st
Shift Quality Assurance Technician Location:
Boulder, CO Pay:
$22-$26/hour (DOE)
Type:
Temp-to-Hire Shift Available Monday-Friday:
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM About the Role This role supports precision optics manufacturing where quality is critical at every stage. As a Quality Assurance Technician, you'll perform hands-on inspections, verify measurements, and ensure components meet strict specifications before moving forward in production. The work spans both the manufacturing floor and lab-style inspection environments, offering variety and technical depth. What You'll Do
- Inspect optical surfaces using established visual inspection criteria
- Use handheld tools and automated measurement equipment to verify part dimensions
- Inspect complex optics and assemblies, including inspection equipment setup
- Read and interpret technical drawings, prints, and specifications
- Review process sheets, coating data, interferometer scans, and material certifications
- Complete First Article Inspections with minimal supervision
- Document inspection results and identify nonconforming material
- Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve issues and share improvement ideas
- Support process improvement efforts through data collection and testing
- Assist with training and mentoring junior QA and Manufacturing Technicians What You Bring
- High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred
- 3+ years of experience in quality inspection, QA, or QC in a manufacturing environment
- Confidence using precision measurement tools and inspection equipment
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Familiarity with GDamp;T (ANSI Y14.5) a plus
- Strong math skills and attention to detail
- Clear, accurate documentation habits Why This Role Stands Out This is an opportunity to work in a precision-focused optical manufacturing environment where quality drives everything.
You'll have a consistent weekday schedule, exposure to complex optical components, and the chance to contribute directly to continuous improvement and long-term production excellence.