Quality Assurance Technician Jobs in Tarentum, PA

A Field Engineer in the quality control industry is responsible for overseeing, inspecting, and assessing the quality of products, processes, and systems to ensure they meet the required standards and regulations. They carry out site visits, perform tests, analyze data, and write reports on their findings. Additionally, they may also be tasked with troubleshooting and fixing problems identified during inspections. Their role is crucial in preventing defects, reducing manufacturing costs, ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining a company's reputation.

To be successful, a Field Engineer should have a strong understanding of quality control methods and regulations, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently. They also need good communication skills to effectively report their findings and suggest improvements. A Field Engineer should have a degree in engineering or a related field. Certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) are also beneficial. Prior to becoming a Field Engineer, a person may have roles as a Quality Control Inspector, Junior Engineer, or Process Engineer.

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Quality Assurance Associate

  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 22 hours ago

Quality Assurance Associate Location: Remote Job Summary: We are seeking a Quality Assurance Associate to support a project scheduled for completion in July. The ideal candidate will have...

Quality Assurance Associate

  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Summary: Krystal Biotech, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Quality Associate to support quality systems, GMP manufacturing processes and documentation practices at...

Pega Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Provide additional support for testing. Pyramid Consulting Group Inc has a banking client with an immediate need for PEGA QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST with the following background and skills: 3...

Remote Work

Quality Assurance Specialist- QA Testing

  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

Industrial Quality Technician

  • West Mifflin, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Mifflin, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Req ID: 481561 At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and...

DevOps QA Associate I

  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 15 days ago

DevOps QA Associate I (19186) Requisition ID 19186 - Posted 02/26/2025 - Duquesne Light Company - Information Technology - Corporate 411 Seventh Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15219 - NonUnion - Full-time...

Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 17 days ago

Automated Health Systems, a dynamic healthcare company, has a Quality Assurance Specialist position available in Pittsburgh, PA. This is an onsite position. Our office is located at 9370 McKnight...

Quality Tester

  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 17 days ago

Quality Tester Job Poster : Jobs Skills:testing,agile | Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States Of America Views:0 We are looking for a Quality Tester to join our Quality Assurance team....

Quality Technician - C

  • Warrendale, PA (15 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Warrendale, PA (15 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 26 days ago

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouses mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable...

Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 26 days ago

Quality Assurance Specialist Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid) Job Summary: We are seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to join our dynamic team in Pittsburgh, PA. In this hybrid role, you will...

Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Freedom, PA (21 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Freedom, PA (21 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 27 days ago

Position Summary As the Quality Assurance Specialist, you will work closely with the Mailing, Bindery, and Card Affix teams to ensure they are meeting the specifications outlined in job orders...

Sandcastle-Water Quality Technician

  • Homestead, PA (16 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Homestead, PA (16 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

Palace Entertainment is a leading leisure park operator in the United States and Australia overseeing more than 25 entertainment venues, hotels and educational venues across 11 different states....

Methods & Tools Industrial Quality Technician

  • West Mifflin, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • West Mifflin, PA (18 miles from Tarentum, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Req ID: 472167 At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and...

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Salary for Quality Assurance Technician Jobs in Tarentum, PA

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Highest Education Level

Quality Assurance Technicians in Tarentum, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.4%
High School or GED
17.9%
Master's Degree
15.4%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Quality Assurance Technicians in Tarentum, PA
None
43.9%
2-4 years
20.0%
Less than 1 year
14.4%
1-2 years
10.9%
4-6 years
9.5%
10+ years
0.7%
8-10 years
0.7%



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