Quality Assurance Technician

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

Job summary

ASQ in Boulder, CO is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to perform hands-on inspections of precision optics and verify measurements to ensure components meet strict specifications before moving to production. The role spans manufacturing floor and lab-style inspection environments.

You will read drawings, use handheld and automated measurement tools, and contribute to continuous improvement by documenting results and training junior staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in quality inspection, QA, or QC in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with GD&T (ANSI Y14.5) is a plus.
• Strong math skills and attention to detail.

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

Precision inspection

Reading technical drawings

Measurement tools

Attention to detail

Documentation habits

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Handheld measurement tools

Automated measurement equipment

Job description

Quality Assurance Technician

Location: Boulder, CO
Pay: $22–$26/hour (DOE)
Type: Temp-to-Hire

ShiftAvailable:

• Monday–Thursday: 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM

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.