Quality Control Technician Jobs in Colorado
Quality Control Technician jobs in Colorado concentrate in aerospace and defense manufacturing, medical device production, food and beverage processing, and semiconductor fabrication, with demand at every level from entry-level inspectors to senior process QC specialists. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo anchor most of the hiring, where established employers like Lockheed Martin, Ball Corporation, and Molson Coors maintain large manufacturing and quality operations. The most consistent openings call for expertise in GD&T interpretation, ISO and AS9100 auditing, and metrology. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Quality Control Manager – Heavy Civil Engineering
McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Quality Control Manager with heavy civil construction experience to support projects focused on dam and lock electrical work. The Quality Control Manager is responsible for the implementation and management of the Contractor's and/or Client's Quality Control Program, including the coordination, performance and execution of construction inspection and testing services. The QC Manager is responsible for assuring that the quality of the work meets or exceeds the project's contractual requirements and maintains the standard of excellence established by the firm.
Who we are: McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.
We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States and Canada, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real-world functionality.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement Quality Control practices and procedures
- Ensure all work complies with contractual requirements, specifications, and drawings
- Verify materials incorporated into the project meet approved submittals and specifications
- Execute required testing procedures in accordance with contract documents and industry standards
- Prepare professional correspondence for clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders
- Monitor, document, and track QC documentation, including daily reports, testing and inspection reports, and preparatory/initial meetings
- Review special inspections and material testing performed by third parties
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field highly desired
- 5+ years of heavy civil construction experience in a Quality Control capacity
- Experience with dam and lock electrical work is required
- Previous USACE experience is a plus
- USACE CQCM certification or ability to obtain certification
- OSHA 30 preferred
Physical and Emotional Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Compensation Package:
- Pay Range: $120,000 – $160,000 (DOE)
- Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement. Quality Control Manager assigned to projects more than 70 miles from their residence are eligible for subsistence and home leave benefits. We also offer a company truck or vehicle allowance, along with mobile phone options.
EEO: McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.
No recruiters, please.
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Quality Control Manager – Heavy Civil Engineering
McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Quality Control Manager with heavy civil construction experience to support projects focused on dam and lock electrical work. The Quality Control Manager is responsible for the implementation and management of the Contractor's and/or Client's Quality Control Program, including the coordination, performance and execution of construction inspection and testing services. The QC Manager is responsible for assuring that the quality of the work meets or exceeds the project's contractual requirements and maintains the standard of excellence established by the firm.
Who we are: McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.
We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States and Canada, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real-world functionality.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement Quality Control practices and procedures
- Ensure all work complies with contractual requirements, specifications, and drawings
- Verify materials incorporated into the project meet approved submittals and specifications
- Execute required testing procedures in accordance with contract documents and industry standards
- Prepare professional correspondence for clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders
- Monitor, document, and track QC documentation, including daily reports, testing and inspection reports, and preparatory/initial meetings
- Review special inspections and material testing performed by third parties
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field highly desired
- 5+ years of heavy civil construction experience in a Quality Control capacity
- Experience with dam and lock electrical work is required
- Previous USACE experience is a plus
- USACE CQCM certification or ability to obtain certification
- OSHA 30 preferred
Physical and Emotional Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Compensation Package:
- Pay Range: $120,000 – $160,000 (DOE)
- Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement. Quality Control Manager assigned to projects more than 70 miles from their residence are eligible for subsistence and home leave benefits. We also offer a company truck or vehicle allowance, along with mobile phone options.
EEO: McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.
No recruiters, please.
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Quality Control Technician Job Market in Colorado
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality control technician jobs across Colorado.
- High school diploma or associate degree in a technical, manufacturing, or science field
- Hands-on experience with precision measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, and CMMs
- Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or FDA 21 CFR quality management standards
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T specifications accurately
- Experience documenting nonconformances and completing corrective action reports
- Working knowledge of statistical process control methods and basic data analysis
Quality Control Technician Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality control technician in Colorado?
Most quality control technician roles in Colorado do not require a state-issued license, but employers consistently prefer candidates with an associate degree in manufacturing technology, engineering technology, or a closely related field. Certifications from the American Society for Quality, particularly the Certified Quality Inspector credential, carry strong weight with Colorado aerospace and medical device employers. Technical programs at Pueblo Community College and Emily Griffith Technical College offer relevant foundational training recognized by Colorado manufacturers.
Which companies hire quality control technicians in Colorado?
Employers hiring quality control technicians in Colorado right now include Tolmar, Shamrock Foods Company, and Kilgore, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace primes, defense contractors, and FDA-regulated medical device manufacturers means demand for quality technicians stays active across Front Range and southern Colorado facilities year-round.
Which Colorado cities have the most quality control technician jobs?
Denver, Aurora, and Commerce City lead Colorado for quality control technician openings. Denver's broad manufacturing and tech base drives the largest share of listings, Colorado Springs reflects the dense concentration of aerospace and defense contractors like Northrop Grumman and General Dynamics in the Pikes Peak region, and Pueblo supports steady demand through its steel, food processing, and industrial manufacturing sector.
Are there remote quality control technician jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality control work is largely hands-on, requiring physical inspection of parts, materials, or production lines, so most roles are on-site by nature. About 9% of quality control technician openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to focus on documentation, supplier auditing, or quality management system administration rather than floor-level inspection work.
How can I get hired as a quality control technician in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a production inspector or manufacturing associate role, which many Colorado aerospace and food processing employers use as a direct pipeline into quality functions. Lockheed Martin's Littleton facility and Ball Corporation's Westminster operations both hire entry-level inspection staff who rotate into QC roles over time. Completing a short metrology or blueprint reading course at a Colorado community college, and earning the American Society for Quality's Certified Quality Inspector credential, gives candidates a measurable edge over applicants with no formal quality background.
Where can I find and apply to quality control technician jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to quality control technician jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across aerospace, medical device, food production, and general manufacturing employers. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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