Quality Control Director Jobs in Andover, MA

A QA (Quality Assurance) Manager in the quality control industry is responsible for implementing and managing systems that ensure products meet established quality standards. These professionals oversee the inspection and testing of materials, parts, and products to detect defects and deviations from specifications. The QA Manager plans, directs, coordinates, and leads activities to ensure quality control processes are effective. They're also responsible for training and leading QA team members, identifying issues in efficiency and suggest improvements, and ensuring that all tests and procedures are properly understood, carried out, and evaluated.

A potential QA Manager should have a range of important skills including attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and leadership qualities. They should have a strong understanding of quality control standards and methodologies, and proficiency with quality control software. Certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming a QA Manager, professionals might hold roles such as Quality Control Inspector, Quality Assurance Analyst, or Quality Assurance Engineer.

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Associate Director, Quality Systems

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Understanding of industry quality management tools, quality systems (e.g., Veeva strongly preferred)....

Quality Control Manager - Scheduler/Coordinator

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description The Quality Control Scheduler/Coordinator role supports the clinical and commercial Quality Control testing groups associated with internal cell and genetic therapy manufacturing....

Associate Director, Quality Control Raw Materials

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Initiate and provide support and guidance for the resolution of investigations, deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and other quality systems issues, as appropriate Lead training sessions on QC Raw...

Hospital Quality Management Office Support Specialist

  • Tewksbury, MA (4 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (4 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Ensures office activities/workflow within the Quality Management department are operational and in compliance with hospital standards and/or guidelines. 8....

Quality Manager. Job in Ayer Gr8Jobs

  • Ayer, MA (21 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ayer, MA (21 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago

and sanitation, and be ready for regulatory/customer inspections at any time Maintains the maintenance and validation of the plant's HACCP Program Maintains compliance and certification to the SQF GFSI...

Associate Director - Director, Quality (GCP Audit)

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Position Overview: The GCP Quality Assurance candidate will manage activities related to the development, maintenance and oversight of GCP activities related to the Clinical Trial activities...

Associate Director, Quality - Continuous Improvement (Onsite)

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Experience with quality management software and ERP systems. Critical thinking skills and attention to detail Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment....

Manager Quality Development

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 5 days ago

As a Quality Development Manager, you will contribute to developing high quality, robust InterSystems software by working hard to uncover weaknesses and areas for improvement. If you are...

Quality Control Manager

  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE Ensure accurate sample collection and quality control testing are performed for each manufacturing facility. Provides verbal findings and written test results to management and...

Customer Master Data Mgmt & Quality Leader

  • Lynn, MA (17 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lynn, MA (17 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 8 days ago

**Job Description** **In this role, you will:** **Enable a proactive data management culture by applying data quality, management, and governance subject matter expertise to champion, influence, and...

Remote Work

Quality Control Lead

  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 8 days ago

The lead will also interact with quality management systems by revising procedures, initiating, and completing deliverables for change controls....

Remote Work

Quality Manager

  • Bedford, MA (11 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bedford, MA (11 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 8 days ago

appropriate flow down of quality requirements, communication, and ensure customer satisfaction, Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Implement and maintain a quality management system (QMS) via ISO...

Supplier Quality Manager

  • Devens, MA (24 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Devens, MA (24 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Proficient understanding of electronic Quality Management Systems (QMS), including platforms such as TrackWise or Veeva/Infinity....

Senior Quality Manager-CAPA

  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 9 days ago

You're experienced with electronic quality management systems (QMS). You have strong project management skills (MS Project preferred) with the ability to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously....

Customer Master Data Mgmt & Quality Leader

  • Salem, MA (16 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Salem, MA (16 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Job Description In this role, you will: Enable a proactive data management culture by applying data quality, management, and governance subject matter expertise to champion, influence, and support a...

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Salary for Quality Control Director Jobs in Andover, MA

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Directors in Andover, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.3%
Master's Degree
25.9%
High School or GED
10.5%
Associate's Degree
9.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.6%
Doctorate Degree
3.3%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Quality Control Directors in Andover, MA
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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