First-Shift Optics QA Technician – Precision Inspection

ManpowerGroup; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup in Boulder, CO is seeking a 1st Shift Quality Assurance Technician to support precision optics manufacturing. In this temp-to-hire role, you will perform hands-on inspections, verify measurements, and ensure components meet tight specifications before moving forward in production.

Work spans shop floor and lab-like inspection environments, with a weekday schedule and opportunities to mentor junior technicians.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience using precision measurement tools and inspection equipment.
• Familiarity with GD&T (ANSI Y14.5) is a plus.
• Strong documentation habits.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Quality inspection

Measurement tools

Optics knowledge

Reading drawings

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Calipers

Interferometer

Inspection equipment

Automated measurement equipment

Job description

ManpowerGroup in Boulder, CO is seeking a 1st Shift Quality Assurance Technician to support precision optics manufacturing. In this temp-to-hire role, you will perform hands-on inspections, verify measurements, and ensure components meet tight specifications before moving forward in production.

Work spans shop floor and lab-like inspection environments, with a weekday schedule and opportunities to mentor junior technicians.