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Date: Feb 13, 2026

Location: Southboro, MA, US, 01772

Company: Optos

Job Title: Quality Technician

Location: Southborough, MA

ROLE SUMMARY

To apply quality assurance and medical device regulatory principles and techniques to maintain records, ensure the effective operation of the Quality Management System (QMS) through internal auditing and to approve equipment (Scanheads, tables and modules) for shipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate and maintain calibration of tools and equipment for all in-house and field technicians with external calibration supplier.
Maintain Device History Records for the purpose of product release. For internal and external manufacturing activities.
Maintain MRB material flow and keep records systematically.
Perform inspections of parts and keep records as needed by Quality/ Engineering function.
Filing and maintenance of Service Records and Customer Files.
Prepare daily and monthly compliance reports for quality, operations and customer support.
Participate in the completion of internal audits.
Assist in document control activities.
Assist in preparation for third party audits.
Perform inspections of modules at supplier sites.
Provide support to the Manager QA/RA-North America for any tasks relating to the quality system and regulatory requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with Calibration of Tools and Equipment.
Experience performing first and second party audits.
Ability to produce high quality work under pressure and within tight timescales.
An ability to work within tight deadlines and manage time effectively.
Strong team player with flexible attitude to work priorities.
Excellent computer skills (MS Office applications).
Highschool graduation minimum, bachelors in any technical field or technical certification preferred.

HIGHLY BENEFICIAL SKILLS

Prior Quality Assurance Experience preferred. Lean Six Sigma White/ Yellow Belt a plus.
Medical Device experience.
Close attention to detail.
Excellent organizational skills.
ISO 13485 Internal Auditing training.

BENEFITS

At Optos, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package.

Eligibility for company bonus program.
The annualized salary range for this position is $62K - $67K based on experience.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, age or protected veteran status.

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