Quality Control Manager

RUGGED. RELIABLE. REPEATABLE.™

Nightforce Optics is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium sport optics products, including rifle scopes, spotting scopes, and accessories. Known for its rugged products designed for use in punishing conditions, Nightforce is the industry benchmark for high‑quality, high‑performance products. Founded in 1992, our mission has always been to build the finest rifle scopes on the market, earning a dedicated following among professionals, hunters, and serious shooters.

We want you to become part of our story! Nightforce Optics is seeking a skilled Quality Control Manager to provide management and oversight to the Quality Control department and ensure all products and components meet rigorous quality and efficiency standards. Partnering closely with the Management Team, this leader will drive quality excellence programs and guide all inspection processes for incoming and internally manufactured parts.

• Responsible for driving and overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of the entire Quality Control department.
• Lead department initiatives to meet operational objectives and support process improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with multiple departments on monitoring quality metrics, targets and reaction plans for internal and external suppliers, and oversee tasks associated with inspecting and documenting components.
• Develop and manage Work Instructions, Control Plans, and calibration schedules for the department.
• Monitor and evaluate current processes, making recommendations to increase quality and productivity.
• Develop annual QC strategies and goals based on input from executive and operations management, assessing effectiveness and impact.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and administration of an organizational quality management system, monitoring progress against strategic quality goals.
• Assist with budgeting and monitor monthly department costs.

• Develop and manage a team that understands, values, and is dedicated to the Nightforce Brand.
• Hire, evaluate performance, and train Quality Control staff.
• Foster a culture of quality and positivity.
• Provide counsel and recommendations when responding to employee inquiries and coaching personnel regarding policies and procedures.
• Oversee personnel administration for the team and collaborate with Human Resources on payroll processing, leave, benefits, position descriptions, and recruitment strategies.

• Associate’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years in a quality control environment.
• 2+ years of demonstrated leadership experience.
• A strong desire to develop, lead, and mentor others.
• Proficiency in using metrics to make data‑driven, strategic decisions.
• In‑depth knowledge of quality control procedures, equipment, dimensioning, and tolerancing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Accurate documentation skills.
• Proficient in reading blueprints, dimensioning, tolerancing, and operating CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines) or other metrology tools.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must possess a high level of visual acuity.
• Occasional pulling/pushing up to 25 pounds.
• Bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling/crawling, reaching, and finger dexterity as required.
• Frequent sitting, computer/mouse use, and standing.
• Occasional driving.

• 100% paid benefits: medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, accident, and life insurance.
• Paid Time Off Package – 60 hours in the first year.
• 10‑13 paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) matching after one year of employment.
• 4‑day work week, providing 3‑day weekends.
• Pride in our product.
• Employee discount on scopes and Nightforce apparel.
• Service Awards Program.

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.

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).

Final date to receive applications: March 22, 2026 at 11:59 pm