QA Technician

Excelitas Technologies Corp.; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO

Holiday Pay

Maternity/Paternity leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability insurance

Job summary

Excelitas in Boulder, CO is seeking a QA Technician to perform optical fabrication inspections and measurements in a precision environment.

The role involves visual inspections, use of calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, and microscopes, plus recording results and ensuring conformance to drawings and specs. Prior experience 1+ year in quality inspection is preferred; ITAR aware environment; visa sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of experience with quality inspection, manufacturing, or production preferred.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of components and finished products using established inspection criteria.
• Use measurement and inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, microscopes, and other quality control tools.
• Maintain traceable quality records and verify product conformance to drawings and specifications.
• Support incoming, in-process, and final inspections as needed.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities.

Skills

Quality inspection

Measurement equipment

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Optical comparators

Microscopes

Job description

ENABLE your future through light.

Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical, detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security, defense and aerospace sectors.

We are presently seeking a QA Technician that will perform various optical fabrication processes including but not limited to beveling, milling, blocking, grinding, polishing, curve generation, and inspection/measurements.

Main responsibilities:

• Perform visual inspections of components and finished products using established inspection criteria.
• Use measurement and inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, microscopes, and other quality control tools.
• Conduct inspections in controlled environments, including dark-room or enclosed "black box" inspection stations as required.
• Identify, document, and communicate product defects, damage, or nonconforming conditions.
• Follow work instructions, inspection plans, procedures, and quality standards.
• Handle optical components and sensitive products using proper techniques to prevent contamination, damage, or degradation.
• Record inspection results accurately and maintain traceable quality records.
• Verify product conformance to drawings, specifications, and acceptance criteria.
• Support incoming, in-process, and final inspections as needed.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
• Maintain inspection equipment and ensure equipment is calibrated and suitable for use.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, and other departments to resolve quality concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and controlled work environment.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of experience with quality inspection, manufacturing, or production experience preferred.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and record maintenance.
• Experience working in a regulated or quality-focused environment preferred.

Benefits start day 1:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, PAID Maternity/Paternity leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Long-term and Short-term disability

Pay Range: $21.00 - $29.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Our facility in Boulder, Colorado has key functions in Research and Development, Operations, Production, and other disciplines. This facility specializes in the manufacturing of ultra-precision optical components, optical thin film coatings and optical sub-assemblies for demanding applications in lasers, materials processing, instrumentation, life sciences, avionics, and defense.

This site offers capabilities that include substantial design and engineering resources, comprehensive optical fabrication and coating capabilities, advanced assembly technology and an extensive in-house metrology lab.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

Visa sponsorship is not available for any position at Excelitas

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Minorities/Females/Disability/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation