What You Will Be Doing: Essential Job Duties

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and quality specifications.
• Use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, CMMs, and optical/vision systems to determine product conformance.
• Develop and execute inspection plans, selecting appropriate methods, tools, and techniques to meet product and process requirements.
• Operate CMM and vision systems; assist with developing, programming, and optimizing inspection programs for new and existing components.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot standard inspection and measurement system issues, providing actionable recommendations for resolution.
• Identify quality issues, support root cause analysis, and assist with corrective and preventive actions to improve product quality.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, quality logs, and nonconformance documentation; communicate results and concerns to appropriate teams.
• Ensure inspection activities comply with company procedures, safety requirements, and applicable industry standards.
• Verify proper calibration, maintenance, and functionality of inspection tools and equipment; report and resolve equipment issues as needed.
• Collaborate closely with production, engineering, and other departments to resolve quality concerns and support efficient manufacturing workflows.

What we need to see: Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years in quality control, machining, or a related manufacturing role, including familiarity with quality inspection tools and techniques
• Solid understanding of interpreting technical drawings 
• Strong understanding of quality control principles, methods, and tools
• Experience with advanced measuring instruments including but not limited to micrometers, calipers, CMM, etc. 
• Ability to analyze data and generate detailed reports
• Proficiency with basic computer programs 
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement corrective actions
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for working with different departments and team members

Physical Requirements:

• Required to LIFT/CARRY: 25 pounds up and occasionally up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation 
• Required to PULL/PUSH Frequently: up to 25 pounds 
• Bend: Frequently 
• Twist: Occasionally 
• Squat: Occasionally 
• Climb: Occasionally
• Kneel/Crawl: Occasionally
• Reach/Reach Overhead: Frequently
• Finger Dexterity/Fine Manipulation: Continuously 
• Sit: Frequently
• Stand: Frequently
• Computer/Mouse Use: Continuously
• Drive: Occasionally
• Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers

What Sets Us Apart?

• 100% paid benefits for the employee including: medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
• Paid Time Off Package - 60 hours your first year and increases year after year
• 10-13 paid holidays per year
• Matching 401k after one year of employment 
• 4-day work week, who doesn't like 3-day weekends?
• Pride in our product
• Employee discount on scopes and Nightforce apparel

Nightforce Optics is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability or any other category protected by law.
 

Note: All job offers are contingent on passing pre-employment requirements, including a drug screen and criminal background check. Applicants must also be a "US Person" as defined by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Application Deadline: February 1, 2026 @11:59pm