QA Director Jobs in Virginia

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager Company: Appomattox Bio Energy Location: Hopewell, VA Description: Quality Assurance Manager job in Hopewell, VA | Appomattox Bio Energy Employment var AKPC_IDS = ""; Quality Assurance Manager Company: Appomattox Bio Energy Location: Hopewell, VA Contact Information Name: Human Resources Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Oversee all duties and responsibilities of the Lab including following quality control practices and procedures to assure the highest yields possible during the conversion of starch to ethanol.  Supervise the testing of water, wastewater, ethanol and co-products as required by company standards and state and federal mandates.    SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY: Provide guidance on a day to day basis for the Lab relative to the variations in the process.  Identify tests to be performed to assure maximum production and the equipment required to complete testing.  In addition, this position is responsible to verify all data collected within the department and deliver reports to Operations and General Managers as needed.  It is a requirement of the position to follow all company safety rules and regulations.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   Maintain a good knowledge of plant processes and current process conditions. Implement and maintain QA/QC data management systems. Implement and oversee lab equipment maintenance program. Review daily rounds sheets Perform troubleshooting and minor corrective actions on lab equipment. Implement TQM, Six Sigma or ISO 9000/9001 quality systems. Oversee and perform quality control tests in all aspects of ethanol production as needed. Properly document all testing results in computer software. Structure and monitor special contamination studies (incubation). Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on all lab equipment. Oversee all duties of the lab employees. Perform regular performance evaluations on lab employees.  Establish annual goals and objectives to ensure the development of these individuals. Compile reports from weekly samples of barley protein meal, centrifuges and grains for fermentable carbohydrate content and modify barley protein meal. Send weekly feed samples to outside labs for assurance testing, advise Operations Manager of deviations of specifications. Prepare statistical spreadsheets and graphs for trend tracking. Attend industry events where applicable and represent company in a professional manner. Frequent communication with Operations and General Manager are crucial to the success of this position. Other duties as may be assigned to accomplish the safe and timely day-to-day operations within the plant. Complete all duties in a safe and efficient manner at all times. Participate in industry and professional QA/QC organizations and activities.   Job Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of a B.S. degree in one of the science areas i.e. biology, chemistry, microbiology etc.. Good written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail. Must have ability to plan, organize and follow through with special projects. Must have excellent computer skills preferably Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Experience with fermentation control, efficiency assessment, microbial stability, and cost assessments. Previous supervisory experience. Exemplify the high standards necessary to accomplish the goals of this company. Certification, experience and/or knowledge of six-sigma or ISO 9000 quality systems. To learn more about this great opportunity, please go to our website at www.osagebioenergy.com.          http://www.employmentspot.com/job/quality-assurance-manager_J8A6TT6DX5ML0ZM8XJH

Job Title: QC/QA Manager - Construction Management Company: Aerotek Location: Alexandria, VA Description: Jobs Construction Management Virginia QC/QA Manager QC/QA Manager Company: Aerotek E & E Location: Alexandria, Virginia Category: Construction Management Jobs Rate: Based on experience. Job Type: Full-Time Posting ID: 2023012 Posting Date: 1/15/2010 Allegis Group Family of Hiring Companies Apply Online for this Job Today Already a Member? If youre currently a thingamajob. com member? Please apply here. Apply with Your Account Not a Member? Were hiring. Create an account and you can apply for some of the most desirable Construction Managementjob opportunities in the country. Apply with a New Account QC/QA Manager Job Description: Aerotek is looking for a QA/QC Manager for a construction company in Alexandria, VA. The QA/AC Manager will be handling the quality assurance side of the project. A good candidate for the QA Manager position will posses ALL of the following: 5 years of quality assurance/ quality control experience with roads, highway, and bridges. -Reviewing design plans - MUST BE LOCAL & LOCAL EXPERIENCE Please only apply if qualified for the position ' KEYWORDS:' Construction, Master Electrician, Construction Management, Military, Army Corp of Engineers, Quality, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Inspector, Electrical Wiring, Vertical Construction, Structural Construction, Ground up, Inspections, Modification, Change Orders, Base Building Required Skills for QC/QA Manager Job: QUALITY ASSURANCE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT QUALITY CONTROL ASSURANCE About Aerotek E & E: Join Aerotek E & ESM. We specialize in the Environmental, Civil, Geotechnical and Construction Management industries. We are one of the nations largest and fastest growing providers to these industries. We offer nationwide opportunities and comprehensive benefits to include medical, dental, optical, and optional 401k. Dont put your career in the hands of just anyone, put it in the hands of a specialist. Join the Aerotek E & E team! Allegis Group and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Contact Information Tracey A King Apply Now! Begin by filling out the 'Apply Online for this Job' section at the top of the page Need Directions? Get office driving directions with Google Maps Register to View Aerotek E & E - Washington, DC 2800 S. Shirlington Road Suite 710 Arlington, VA 206 ' TEL:' Register to View ' FAX:' Register to View .

Job Title: Manager Quality Assurance Company: Mohawk Industries Inc Location: Glasgow, VA Description: Manager Quality AssuranceGlasgow, VAIf you don't know Mohawk Industries, you can learn more about us at www.mohawkflooring.com. We're the world's largest flooring manufacturer--carpet, ceramic tile, laminate, hardwood, rugs...we do it all. We have more than 30,000 employees in the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe and Asia, and our products are sold to more than 30,000 customers. The quality of our products is one of our key competitive advantages, and it's also a source of great corporate pride. Your talents could help us to maintain our high standards of quality! Become a member of our excellent team who are solving tomorrow's challenges today!Mohawk seeks a Quality Assurance Manager for our Glasgow, VA location. This technically advanced position requires strong leadership skills, strong technical knowledge, advanced quality knowledge and much more. You will manage, plan, and coordinate the quality assurance program to ensure continuous production and service are consistent with established standards. Oversees the planning, staffing, and day-to-day operations of the quality assurance function to ensure assigned areas operate in a cost effective and efficient manner. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to develop and work with supervisors in all areas such as employee relations, manufacturing processes, product development, and purchasing to achieve goals. Assists senior plant management with planning, developing, and controlling budgets. You will work on advanced lines for carpet tile, supervise physical testing, inspection, quality control and technical service management. You will be expected to make final disposition of major claims and internal non-conformances, develop action plans to resolve chronic quality problems and coordinate technical research efforts. Some travel will be required to investigate field quality issues where necessary.

Job Title: Executive Director, Quality Assurance Company: Defense Contract Management Agency Location: Springfield, VA Description: This position is located in Springfield, VA and is scheduled to be relocated to Fort Lee, Petersburg, VA in the 2011 timeframe, in accordance with Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) decisions.DCMA civilian professionals manage Department of Defense and NASA contracts for satellites, aircraft, ships, weapons systems, equipment, supplies, and services for our Nation's defense.  We provide Contract Administration Services to the Department of Defense Acquisition Enterprise and its partners to ensure delivery of quality products and services to the warfighter; on time and on cost.

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager Company: M.C. Dean, Inc. Location: Ashburn, VA Description: Exciting career opportunity for a Quality Assurance Manager to join one of the region’s fastest growing companies.  M.C. Dean, Inc. is a design-build electrical engineering, construction and technology company with more than 3200 employees with offices in Washington, D.C.; Northern Virginia; Richmond, VA; Baltimore, Maryland; Atlanta, Georgia; Baton Rouge, LA; Clearwater/Tampa, Florida and in Stuttgart, Germany. M.C. Dean, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including a competitive salary; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; paid-time off; tuition reimbursement; 401k Retirement Plan and Military Reserve pay offset. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For more information about our company, you can visit www.mcdean.com. M.C. Dean, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible to take on leadership role in development and deployment of quality systems to assure alignment and compliance with ISO9001:2008 and CMMI requirements.  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY·         Drive continuous improvement efforts within the organization by identifying deficiencies/gaps in current processes and coming up with practical plans to close the gaps.·         Establish, document and maintain all quality assurance and quality control plans, procedures and work instructions.·         Review and approve documentation that has been or is being drafted, reviewed and approved by other organizational units.·         Identify, establish and communicate performance metrics scorecard in support of successful execution of the project and quality assurance processes.·         Plan, schedule and perform internal quality systems audit to assure compliance to procedures.·         Support supplier/subcontractor performance management by developing a supplier performance scorecard and providing inputs in selection and on-going maintenance of vendors.·         Interact with other functional groups and project management to assure all quality processes are implemented.·         Cultivate and disseminate knowledge of quality assurance best practices. ·         Perform other function which are deemed as necessary in the successful deployment of quality management systems. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL  ·         Thorough understanding and hands-on implementation experience with ISO9001/CMM/CMMI•  Proven data analysis, data verification, and problem-solving abilities. •  Experience with statistical reporting and analysis. •  Excellent PC skills with proficiency in MS programs.•   Good understanding of PMI-PMBOK, project management skills and/or    substantial exposure to project-based work structures.•  Excellent written and oral communication skills. •  Excellent listening, presentation, and interpersonal skills. •  Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language. •  Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. •  Keen attention to detail. •  Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. •  Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE  ·         A Bachelor’s in Electrical, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics or any other technical discipline.·         8 years’ direct experience or 5 years’ experience if coupled with ISO9001: 2008 Lead Auditor Certification (LAC), Quality Auditor Certification (ASQ- CQA) or Certified Software Quality Engineer(ASQ-CSQE)·         Solid experience in performing audits including planning, scheduling, performing and following-up. Certifications·         Lead Auditor Certification (LAC) OR·         Certified Quality Auditor (ASQ - CQA) OR·         Certified Software Quality Engineer (ASQ-CSQE)   See Job Description

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager Company: AECOM Location: Falls Church, VA Description: Employer Information About AECOM AECOM (NYSE: ACM) is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation, and technical excellence in delivering solutions that enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and so....more info View all our jobs Job JOB FUNCTION: The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for the implementation, oversight, and the on-going administration of the Quality Assurance Program in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW). MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develop, implement, and support the Quality Assurance programs as related to the following areas: Customer Funded Work, Operations &Maintenance (O&M), and Services, to assure the compliance with the SOW. • Ensure that problem analysis and corrective actions receive high visibility at all management levels. • Develop and assist in producing metrics to track QC data and process improvements. • Originate Quality Assurance plans for specific projects. • Assist in conducting quality control inspections. • Interface with Government counterparts on all matters involving Quality Assurance and provide information to the Government as required and access to QC records as needed. • Study and analyze quality issues with the goal to recommend methods for improvement. • Ensure all work is performed in accordance with the current Statement of Work. • Ensure compliance with all company, client administrative and safety directives, policies and procedures. (Safety (EHS), Policy Compliance) • Manage personnel within the branch including hiring, disciplinary actions, training and evaluation of personnel performance. (Employee Development) • Assemble and submit accurate weekly, monthly, annual and all other requested reports by the required deliverable time. • Manage QA/QC program for branch related tasks including the development and implementation of metrics to measure performance and actively work to improve processes at all levels. • Ensure appropriate funding processes comply with established processes to ensure projects and work are properly funded and monitored. • Coordinate with SSI management and/or client personnel to execute work to the customer’s satisfaction. • Maintain, update, and enforce individual Branch Operational Plans. • Ensure Government Furnished Equipment is properly accounted for. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Strong Customer Service background desired. • DMAIC Green/Black Belt are a big plus. • Able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language. NOTES: Local Residents Preferred (No Relo)

Job Title: Director, Quality Assurance Company: iDirect Location: Herndon, VA Description: This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast growing, entrepreneurial company in the satellite communications business. The company is headquartered in the U.S. and operates globally with locations, partners, and customers around the world. We are looking for a true quality leader to significantly upgrade our capabilities and sophistication.This is a unique opportunity to develop, implement and lead the vision for quality and operational excellence.The Director of Quality Assurance will join the Global Supply Chain/Operations organization and will provide leadership for the quality assurance, engineering test, and manufacturing engineering teams, and establish a culture of quality and operational excellence. The director will have overall accountability for the quality of products with a focus on continuous improvement.Major Responsibilities:* Maintain and upgrade the current quality system, recommending and implementing improvements to ensure the company has a comprehensive quality management strategy in place.* Staff and lead a team of quality, test and manufacturing engineering professionals.* Define key metrics to track quality performance and activities to support improvement to these metrics* Insure suppliers are held accountable for performance and continuous improvement including product yields, response time, delivery performance, quality improvement, and cost control and cost reduction. Utilize supplier scorecards to monitor and rate performance. Perform on-site supplier qualification and evaluations.* Define and implement appropriate processes for launch of new products to contract manufacturers. Ensure smooth transfer to production and quality of all new product releases including thorough 1st article inspection.* Define and implement a comprehensive closed loop corrective action process based on 8D and 6-sigma strategies.* Work with the engineering product development teams and contract manufacturers to define and implement appropriate tools such as FMEA, PFMEA, and Manufacturing Control Plans.* Develop and implement DFx processes and support NPI efforts.* Collaborate with engineering teams to develop, build, and transfer to production all functional test equipment. Monitor and manage test yields, addressing fallout through the corrective action process.* Ensure that the company maintains appropriate certifications such as ISO9001 and TL9000.* Ensure full utilization of Oracle system capabilities and tools.JOB REQUIREMENTS:* Bachelors Degree in a technical discipline.* Minimum of 10 - 15 years experience in all phases of Quality Assurance with at least 5 years in Quality management. Exposure to test and manufacturing engineering desirable.* Experience in developing and implementing best practices and business processes within a dynamic, growing global business environment, specifically where both software development and electronics products design efforts are performed.* Operational Excellence, Lean and/or Lean SixSigma experience and skills highly desirable.* Strong understanding of root cause analysis and corrective action methods.* Experience using statistical analysis tools including Cpk, Gauge R&R, SPC, and ANNOVA.* Experience within the telecomm industry and outsourced LCC contract manufacturing experience preferred.* Solid understanding of ISO 9001, TL9000, or TS16949. Experience in facilitating customer and registrar audits.* Experience with Oracle and Agile highly preferred, Business Objects and/or Crystal Reports a plus.iDirect Technologies is an Equal Opportunity EmployerEOE/AA/M/F/D/VTravel: 0%

Job Title: Transportation Quality Assurance Manager Company: Aerotek Location: Richmond, VA Description: Our client, a leading Transportation Engineering/Consulting firm, is currently seeking a Transportation Quality Assurance Manager for their office in Richmond, VA.Job Description:1. Responsible for providing Quality Assurance and Quality Control on various Transportation Engineering projects2. Ensuring conformance with the contract documents3. Responsible for supervising the performance of all field materials tests performed by the design-builder including but not limited to, density, moisture, air content of concrete, slump, and other required materials field tests4. Working both in the office and in the field5. Will be required to travel to each of the client and project locationsJob Qualifications:1. B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering2. Virginia P.E. license3. 10+ years of supervisory experience in roadway or bridge design or in inspection or materials testing4. Must have experience working on Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Projects5. Must be willing to submit to drug test and background checkQualified candidates should apply directly to this posting.Required Skills: CIVIL ENGINEERING, CONSTRUCTION QUALITY ASSURANCE, CIVIL TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, TRANSPORTATION CONSTRUCTION, CIVIL ENGINEERING DEGREEJoin Aerotek E & ESM. We specialize in the Environmental, Civil, Geotechnical and Construction Management industries. We are one of the nation's largest and fastest growing providers to these industries. We offer nationwide opportunities and comprehensive benefits to include medical, dental, optical, and optional 401k. Don't put your career in the hands of just anyone, put it in the hands of a specialist. Join the Aerotek E & E team! Allegis Group and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Title: Sr. QA Manager Company: Affinion Group Location: Richmond, VA Description: Sr. QA Manager Job Type: Full-Time Location: Richmond, VA Job Description: Position Summary:. Define, implement, and provide quality assurance leadership for existing and emerging technology, IT processes and related activities. Plan, organize, control, and effectively apply strong management principles to integrate the quality objectives, opportunities and resources of the Quality organization. Creates the vision and capability to create a scalable, efficient quality program and methodology that could span beyond software control, and can react and evolve due to changing market conditions. Ensure continual learning and growth of the quality team through mentoring and targeted development plans aimed at creating our next generation of QA leaders as well as improving overall team knowledge, capability and quality awareness. Must be able to collaborate and work well with release and configuration management and support the development of test plans, scenarios and the execution of test cycle activities as required to meet quality goals. Provide management support, planning, operational process development and QA standards review and execution oversight and approvals. Must be hands on. Setup and configure various lab configurations to support various system testing scenarios. Work closely with Development Teams and Solutions Analysis to perform early testing on components prior to integration builds. Utilize extensive knowledge of and credibility in most client business processes, which is applied in analyzing testing requirements, developing testing materials, executing tests, logging incidents and analyzing results. Possesses knowledge of and experience in most types of testing including Integration, Stress, Load, Useability, Automation, UAT, etc. Collaborate effectively while managing multiple projects, multiple tight deadlines, and high pressure. Essential Functions and Responsibilities:. Manage and collaborate with team of QA analysts to create test plans, scripts and additional collaterals needed to execute test cycles. Responsible for oversight and completion of documentation, scheduling, results and revisions associated with testing prior to production release. Identify, evaluate, recommend, and oversee process and technology improvements for the QA department. Collaborate with the Application Development and Enterprise Technology Managers to evaluate and approve all quality assurance and production releases to the LOLA platform. Collaborate with Account Management, Solutions Analysis, Development groups, and PMO staff to gather requirements and create necessary project documentation related to Testing activities. Responsible for project planning, resource allocation and reporting of schedule and costs associated with effort on a weekly basis. Manage staff performance and development needs though regular coaching and feedback. Will collaborate with Director on employee appraisals. Utilize expertise to readily apply, educate, and enforce quality assurance methodologies. Assessment and estimating: conduct assessment and proposed solution activities with other IT groups by providing estimates for QA activities based on understanding of business requirements, solution design, and system capabilities. Define and track quality assurance metrics such as defect densities and open defect counts and utilize metrics to drive continuous improvement. Oversee, write and maintain test automation. Oversee and direct the development of quality assurance standards. Excel in planning, forecasting, setting objectives and determining courses of action that control the quality of the most critical of all the variables contributing to the realizations of departmental goals and objectives. Scope and change management: assist in managing technical priorities and change management processes. Responsibilities include understanding and documentation of change order testing impacts, and assessing the QA hours in facilitation of change order process. May require non-standard work hours for staging and production verification testing to conform to release cycles. May be required to perform on-call duties and carry a pager. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:. Minimum experience eight years, typically ten or more years experience in systems analysis, testing and application program development. Minimum of five years of IT management with minimum of four years experience in building and managing a strong software IT QA group (must be hands-on). Minimum seven years experience with testing methodologies, test plans and test case creation, and the defect reporting process. Strong experience with enterprise software. Working knowledge of network administration (routers, firewalls, topology, etc. ). Experiences with Oracle 9i. x and/or other relational database. Programming languages: must be proficient in SQL, PL/SQL, prefer knowledge of Visual Basic, VB Script, Perl Scripting, XML, HTML , Java Script. Environments: proficient with NT, UNIX , and/or Solaris environments. Experience using automated and manual testing tools - QTP, Quality Center. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and technical investigation skills with extensive experience in the corrective action process. Ability to build and utilize teams that may not reside in the same geographic location, whether on shore or off shore, to resolve complex problems including excellent team building skills and qualities that promote a team environment. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects, priorities, and resource demands simultaneously. Effective listening skills, and flexibility in approach to solutions. Education: Bachelors preferably in computer science or technical discipline (physics, electrical engineering, etc. ). A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Job Title: Executive Director Quality Assurance Company: Location: Fort Lee, VA Description: The Defense Contract Management Agency's newly established Quality Assurance Directorate is responsible for developing, evaluating, issuing, and ensuring the implementation and integration of policies, procedures, processes, training and tools used to ensure satisfactory quality assurance support to major weapon systems, inventory control points, and NASA/civilian agencies.  The Executive Director is responsible for directing, overseeing, and executing the Quality Assurance mission through a global workforce of approximately 2500 Quality Assurance Specialists and Quality Assurance Engineers located within DCMA's six Product Divisions.  The Executive Director has principal responsibility for the overall management direction of quality assurance policies, processes, and practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and Departmental and Agency directives/instructions.  The Executive Director is responsible for improving the Agency's quality assurance capabilities, competencies, activities, methods, practices, procedures, and tools employed in assuring the quality of products and services provided to the Military Acquisition Executives, Program Executive Officers, Program Managers, Acquisition Centers, Supply Centers and other Defense and Federal agencies.  The Executive Director is also responsible for developing requirements and evaluating the adequacy of training and certification requirements for the DCMA quality assurance workforce.