Optics Fabrication Technician at Manpower

Optics Fabrication Technician

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

Shifts Available

MondayThursday: 3:30 PM 2:00 AM

SundayThursday: 2:00 PM 10:30 PM

SundayWednesday: 3:30 PM 2:00 AM

WednesdaySaturday: 3:30 PM 2:00 AM

TuesdaySaturday: 2:00 PM 10:30 PM

FridaySunday: 6:00 AM 6:30 PM

About the Role

This hands-on role focuses on fabricating precision optical components from start to finish. You'll work with grinding, polishing, blocking, curve generation, and other fabrication processes to meet strict customer specifications. It's an ideal role for someone who enjoys craftsmanship-driven work, has strong attention to detail, and wants long-term career growth. This temp-to-hire opportunity also provides cross-training and potential leadership pathways.

What You'll Do

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

What You Bring

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

Why This Role Stands Out

You'll work directly with advanced optical fabrication technologies, gain hands-on experience across multiple processes, and be part of a skilled, growth-minded team. If you enjoy precision work, problem solving, and producing high-quality components, this is a strong career-building opportunity.