QA Director Jobs

A Quality Assurance (QA) Director is a high-level executive who oversees the quality control operations within a company. They are responsible for developing and implementing quality control systems, establishing standards and guidelines, and ensuring that all products and services meet the required quality benchmarks. They also direct and coordinate the quality control team to ensure that all inspections and tests are accurately done on time. Apart from this, a QA Director is also expected to manage and resolve any quality-related issues, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and standards.

Before becoming a QA Director, one may hold roles such as QA Manager, QA Engineer, or Quality Control Supervisor. A QA Director should possess excellent communication and leadership skills. They should have a keen eye for detail and a strong analytical mind. In terms of educational qualifications, a Bachelor's Degree in Quality, Business, or a relevant field is usually required. Certifications such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), and Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) are highly desirable. Furthermore, they should have a solid understanding of quality control procedures and relevant legal standards, and proficiency in using Quality Management Systems (QMS) and databases.

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Quality Assurance Coordinator

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Role Purpose Statement Primary responsibility is to maintain the Global Quality System of LSG Skychefs and LHI to ensure the Customer Service Center (CSC) is in compliance with customer, Federal Drug...

Every day at CMTS, we undertake impactful infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. CMTS has 40-years of extensive industry experience, which ensures a strong...

Director, Quality Assurance

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 7 days ago

Deep and clearly demonstrable experience with voice analytics and voice AI solutions to drive risk quality management....

Technical Manager

  • Tucker, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Tucker, GA
  • 8 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Oversee quality systems and training as it applies to laboratory operations....

Primary Responsibilities: Create and oversee the required components of a Food Safety and Quality System for the George DeLallo Co. Inc....

CMTS LLC

Quality Assurance Manager

Strong understanding of quality management systems and methodologies, such as ISO 9001 and FTA Requirements....

Technical Manager (Microbiology)

  • De Pere, WI
  • 17 days ago
  • De Pere, WI
  • 17 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Oversee quality systems and training as it applies to laboratory operations....

Quality Assurance Coordinator, Hospitality

  • Banff, AB
  • 18 days ago
  • Banff, AB
  • 18 days ago

What will be your daily pursuit?: The Quality Assurance Coordinator, Hospitality plays a key role in supporting Pursuit's Hospitality Excellence department by evaluating, standardizing, and...

Technical Manager (Quality) - Microbiology

  • Amarillo, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Amarillo, TX
  • 30+ days ago

JOB SUMMARY Oversee quality systems and training as it applies to laboratory operations....

QA Manager II University of Kentucky

  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 hours ago

Department Name: 7H023:KENTUCKY COMMUNITY CANCER PROG Job Summary: The MCC Cancer Research Informatics ( CRI ) Shared Resource is recruiting a QA Manager II for Research Data who is responsible...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Jonesborough, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Jonesborough, TN
  • 3 hours ago

Knowledge of and in depth understanding of AS9100, ISO17025, and/or other related quality management systems. Prior experience interfacing with external auditors and internal/external customers....

Manager, QA Engineering (9653)

  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions. They rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and...

Quality Assurance Manager, SQF Practitioner, Resea

  • Billings, MT
  • 4 hours ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 4 hours ago

Our client is currently seeking a Quality Assurance Manager or Quality Control Supervisor or Manager or Quality Assurance Supervisor or SQF Practitioner in Montana. You will plan, direct,...

Bacon Quality Assurance Lead (1st Shift)

  • Ottumwa, IA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Ottumwa, IA
  • 4 hours ago

Position at JBS USA QA Lead Bacon Complex Ottumwa IA Our Company, Your Opportunity: Nearly 150 years ago, Gustavus Swift founded Swift & Company. He was a true pioneer whose passion and innovative...

Quality Assurance Coordinator

  • Leavenworth, KS
  • 8 hours ago
  • Leavenworth, KS
  • 8 hours ago

$20.57 per hour At CoreCivic,our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards ofprofessionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We arecurrently seeking a Quality...

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Salary for QA Director Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

QA Directors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.5%
Master's Degree
27.3%
High School or GED
9.6%
Associate's Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by QA Directors
4-6 years
48.4%
2-4 years
26.5%
8-10 years
13.2%
6-8 years
10.8%
1-2 years
1.1%



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