Quality Control Technician Jobs in Virginia

A Quality Control Technician plays a crucial role in the quality control industry, ensuring that products and services meet the established standards of quality including reliability, usability, and performance. Their key responsibilities include inspecting materials, products, or systems to identify defects or deviations, conducting tests and measurements using specific tools, maintaining records of testing results, and implementing corrective actions when necessary. They also recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.

For this role, technical skills are crucial, such as understanding of statistical quality control, proficiency in MS Office and database systems, and familiarity with blueprints and technical documents. A Bachelor's degree in Quality, Industrial Engineering or a related field is often required. Additionally, certifications such as Certified Quality Technician (CQT) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) can greatly enhance employment prospects. Prior to becoming a Quality Control Technician, a person may have roles such as Quality Control Inspector, Production Operator, or Laboratory Technician, which provide hands-on experience in product inspection and quality assurance.

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Quality Control Specialist lll (Automated Tester)

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 23 hours ago

Founded in 1995, ESN is a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB).ESN delivers trusted solutions that...

Quality Control Technician

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 6 days ago

ICP Group is seeking to identify a Quality Control Technician to join our Buchanan, Lynchburg, VA plant....

QC Technician

  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago

laboratory practices Documentation management through both physical and electronic means Quality related training for employees Maintaining a clean and organized laboratory and work area Aid in quality...

Quality Control Technician - Asphalt

  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago

Job Title: Quality Control Technician - Asphalt Location: Richmond, VA Department: Asphalt Lab Reports to: Manager - Asphalt Quality Control Major Role and Purpose: Perform all testing and sampling...

Quality Control Specialist

  • Elkton, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Elkton, VA
  • 8 days ago

Quality Control Specialist** Laboratory Elkton, VA, US Pay Rate Low: 35 | Pay Rate High: 39 + Added - 08/04/2025 Apply for Job Our esteemed client, a trailblazing global pharmaceutical powerhouse,...

Quality Control Specialist Job #48896

  • Elkton, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Elkton, VA
  • 8 days ago

Quality Control Specialist Laboratory Elkton, VA, US Pay Rate Low: 35 | Pay Rate High: 39 Our esteemed client, a trailblazing global pharmaceutical powerhouse, renowned for their expertise in...

Quality Control Technician

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 11 days ago

Quality Control Technician Automation Personnel Services is looking for a hard-working Quality Control Technician for a company based in Fredericksburg, VA....

Quality Control Technician

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 12 days ago

Job Title: Quality Control Technician Job Description We are seeking a Quality Control Technician to support a DoD customer in Falls Church, VA....

Quality Control Technician

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 14 days ago

Responsibilities for the Quality Control Technician: Performs receiving, in-process, and final inspection on all materials, detail components, hardware, and assemblies to ensure product compliance to...

Quality Control Technician Beverage Manufacturing

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 14 days ago

How to Become a Quality Control Technician: Education: While a formal degree is not always required, a high school diploma or equivalent is typically needed....

Quality Control Lab Technician

  • Salem, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 15 days ago

Join us as our new Quality Control Technician We are seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our Quality Control team in Salem, Virginia....

Quality Control Operator Night Shift

  • Danville, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Danville, VA
  • 15 days ago

At JTI we celebrate differences, and everyone truly belongs. 46,000 people from all over the world are continuously building their unique success story with us. 83% of employees feel happy working...

Construction QC Specialist

  • Reston, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 16 days ago

Our client, an environmental engineering and construction firm, is looking for a Construction Quality Control Specialist to join their construction team. This person will be responsible for...

Quality Control Technician (DAY shift)

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 17 days ago

We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Quality Control Technician. This role is based in our facility in Lynchburg, Virginia, and reports to the Quality Control Supervisor....

Quality Control Technician

  • Winchester, VA
  • 20 days ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 20 days ago

Title: Quality Control Technician C Shift (6p-6a) Reports To: Quality Supervisor Location: Winchester, VA As a Quality Control Technician in the CCS Division, located in Winchester, VA you will ensure...

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Quality Control Technician Jobs in Virginia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Technicians in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.3%
High School or GED
20.0%
Associate's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Quality Control Technicians in Virginia
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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