Weekend-Shift Optics Fabrication Specialist

Manpower, Inc.; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. in Boulder, CO is seeking a Weekend Shift Optics Fabrication Technician to join a hands-on studio focused on fabricating precision optical components from start to finish.

You will handle grinding, polishing, blocking, curve generation, and inspection to meet tight customer specifications. This temp-to-hire role offers cross-training, potential leadership pathways, and a chance to grow within a skilled optics team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in optics or fabrication preferred; QA/inspection experience a plus.
• Strong reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to precision.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
• Interest in building a long-term career in optical fabrication or precision manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate precision optical components from initial print through final product.
• Perform beveling, milling, blocking, grinding, polishing, curve generation, and inspections.
• Ensure all work meets customer and quality requirements.
• Conduct detailed measurements and in-process quality checks.
• Follow established procedures and documentation standards.
• Monitor fabrication conditions such as Baume and pH.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Perform advanced blocking and polishing, including single test plate work.
• Maintain tight tolerances and wedge control for high-quality finishes.
• Identify opportunities to improve fabrication steps or workflows.
• Mentor junior technicians and assist with training.
• Take on project or process leadership as skills grow.
• Support additional departmental tasks as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Manpower, Inc. in Boulder, CO is seeking a Weekend Shift Optics Fabrication Technician to join a hands-on studio focused on fabricating precision optical components from start to finish.

You will handle grinding, polishing, blocking, curve generation, and inspection to meet tight customer specifications. This temp-to-hire role offers cross-training, potential leadership pathways, and a chance to grow within a skilled optics team.