QA Director Jobs in Virginia

Job Title: QA Manager Company: Boar's Head Provisions Co., Inc. Location: Petersburg, VA Description: Responsible for all quality and food safety programs for the plant. This includes HACCP, quality monitoring programs and audits for produced as well as co-packed products.Duties:Oversee existing food safety and quality programs for the plant and develop new programs to meet the growth and changing needs. Hire and supervise QA Analysts and Technicians. Liaison with USDA on regulatory issues affecting the plant. Qualifications:?Bachelor?s degree in Food Technology, Meat Science or related discipline, or experience equivalent to such degree ?Five (5) to seven (7) years experience in Quality Assurance, with a minimum of three (3) in a meat processing environment ?Excellent oral and written communication skills on a technical level ?Mathematical skills on a technical level for chemical and microbiological analysis ?Technical reasoning and analytical skills ?Ability to read and analyze process charts, graphs, and logs ?Knowledge of statistical process control ?HACCP certification

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager Company: ReachLocal Location: Reston, VA Description: Quality Assurance Manager Job Category: Technology Location: Reston, VA Full/ Part Time: Full Time Reply To: Register to View Leading provider of local online marketing solutions seeking talented QA Manager to own quality for the ReachCast platform. ReachLocal, Inc. is looking for a motivated Quality Assurance Manager (QAM) to join its growing team. Working in an Agile software development environment, the QAM will define the test strategy and approach for ReachCast one of ReachLocal's newest products, provide quality assurance leadership, and be ultimately responsible for ensuring product quality. Responsibilities will include: Developing, maintaining and executing test plans Defining test objectives and writing test cases Managing a team of QA engineers to ensure the goals of the test plan are met Directing the development and implementation of test procedures Researching and implementing improved test methods, processes and tools Coaching, developing and mentoring QA team members Preparing and delivering test reports to management Identifying quality risks and reporting to management Collaborating closely with the Product Manager and software development teams throughout the software development lifecycle to ensure quality goals are met. The ideal candidate must work well in teams and on an individual basis and be highly motivated to ensure software is delivered to the highest quality. This talented QAM should be skilled at balancing priorities and will need to keep up with the new features our publishers make available to us while working in an unstructured, fast-paced, start-up environment. Does this sound like you? If so, know that ReachLocal offers a challenging work environment with opportunities to learn new technologies and grow as a developer, as well as a competitive salary and full benefits includinga 401(k) plan and stock options. Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience 4+ yrs experience in a quality assurance management role Experience providing quality assurance for web applications Demonstrated concern for achieving a high level of quality and customer satisfaction Experience with the entire Software Development Lifecycle and test methodologies Experience evaluating, implementing and using test automation tools Experience working in an Agile software development environment (Scrum preferred) Excellent communication, organizational, analytical and problem solving skills Experience testing Java applications (Groovy and Grails experience preferred) Strong understanding of testing XML based web services and integrations with third party services Strong understanding of web security best practices Other Opportunities Register to View ReachLocal Even if you don't meet all of these job requirements, feel free to contact us because ReachLocal is always looking for talented computer professionals. Just be sure to let us know why you are interested in joining the ReachLocal team and what you have to offer. **About the Company** ReachLocal, Inc. is a leading provider of local online marketing solutions for small-and medium- sized business. The Company's mission is to become the digital advertising agency of record for these companies, delivering the same broad set of online marketing functions currently only afforded to large corporations on a national basis. ReachLocal pioneered the local search engine marketing industry by bringing together a patent-pending technology with a strong partnership model and proprietary national sales force. The result is a simple, scalable and affordable platform local businesses need to create, maintain, track and analyze their Internet search advertising campaigns. ReachLocal makes available to advertisers 98 percent of the search engine landscape through partnerships with Google, Yahoo!, MSN, Superpages.com, and other. Founded in 2004, ReachLocal is privately held corporation. ReachLocal, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer located in Woodland Hills, CA.

Job Title: QA Manager Company: Nestle USA Location: Danville, VA Description: Accountable for the activities and responsibilities of the Quality Assurance Department and adherence of the plant to the Nestl Quality Management System. This includes the overall release and control of ingredients for use in the plant, the on-line verification of Critical Control Points, Laboratory Testing, and finished product releases. This is achieved by utilization of leadership skills within the QA department and indirectly through Production and the other support groups. Has immediate responsibility for the Safety & Environmental activities performed by supervisors and employees. a. Assures that Safety activities are communicated & accomplished as outlined in the plant's safety program. b. Assures that activities performed having an environmental impact are communicated and accomplished as outlined in the plant's environmental program. c. Assures that the supervisor involved properly investigates all injuries, incidents and accidents as they relate to safety or the environment. d. Consult with the plant Safety Manager or Environmental Management Representative as necessary to fulfill program requirements. e. Review all accident and incident investigations with the objective of taking action to eliminate future occurrences. Responsibilities: 1. MAR - Quality Assurance - 35% Immediate Supervisory Responsibility for the adherence of the plant and the QA Department to the principles of the Nestl Quality Management System. This is accomplished by directing the plant efforts and keeping all groups focused on compliance to the program. This insures that products manufactured are of the proper quality and are wholesome for the consumer. 2. MAR - System Support/Analysis - 30% General responsibility to represent Quality Assurance for plant related issues across a broad scope of topics. This is accomplished through directing, planning, organizing and managing as the situation dictates. 3. MAR - Personnel - 10% Direct responsibility, as well as Immediate Supervisory Responsibility for the QA department's team member development. This is accomplished through the proper training, development, and appraisal of each member. 4. MAR - Financial Costing - 5% Direct responsibility for generating and controlling QA department budget within plant guidelines. 5. MAR - Regulatory Issues - 5% Direct responsibility for interacting with the FDA, State, and USDA regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and resolve any issues. 6. MAR - Other duties as assigned. 5% Requirements and Minimum Education Level: Knowledge of food microbiology, chemistry, regulations and sanitation is essential. Degree in Food Science or related field is required. Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years experience in Quality Assurance in a complex manufacturing environment. In addition, DMAIC Black Belt certification and ISO 22001 experience is preferred.

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager Company: FDP Brakes Virginia,Inc. Location: Tappahannock, VA Description: Automotive Brake Manufacturer is located in an attractive rural town 40 miles outside of Richmond Virginia. The facility is located along the Rappahannock River and a short ride to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean. The area is a sportsman's paradise. Despite the difficult economic times the company has experienced 100% growth in the last two years Quality Assurance Manager Requirements: Automotive experience is preferred but not a requirement. Most importantly the candidate must be a leader and able to direct and improve a quality assurance program. The candidate must have experience dealing with customers and quality concerns. The candidate must have knowledge of statistical process control and be able to implement a TS program.

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager Company: Adecco Engineering & Technical Location: Sterling, VA Description: Adecco Engineering and Technical, a division of the world leader in the recruitment of engineering and information technology professionals, has an immediate opening for a Quality Assurance Manager for a temp to perm opportunity in Sterling, Virginia. Job Summary : The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating and taking actions to ensure that all Quality Objectives are implemented and maintained. Essential Functions: Capable of reading and interpreting drawings, Bills of Material, schematics, etc. Investigate, analyze and report back to the Customer on Customer Corrective Actions (CARs). Initiate and follow-up on Supplier Corrective Actions (SCARs). Manage and develop statistics for analysis and reporting internally as well as to the Customer. Suggest Improvements and changes to Quality Assurance methods and processes. Review and approve Engineering Change Notices (ECNs). Interact with Document Control to ensure all documentation, including ISO Quality Management System documents, are maintained. Maintain up-to-date technical and practical knowledge and understanding of Quality Assurance practices. Trained and aware of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Assist the Director/Manager of Quality Assurance in promoting and maintaining the company's Preventive Action/Continual Improvement policy. Represent Quality Assurance for dispositions at MRBs. 1. Perform Internal Audits per the company's Internal Audit Schedule. Employee must be able and willing to assist Quality personnel in all job functions to include: In-process and final inspection, internal audits, data collection, etc. Education Requirements : 4 year Bachelor degree, or equivalent, in a technical field. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Ability to exchange factual and technical information clearly and concisely with Directors, Managers, Supervisors, Suppliers and Customers. Ability to organize, prepare and analyze fact finding data in order to resolve problems. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Materials, Project Managers, Customer Service and Quality Control. Demonstrated knowledge and application of ISO procedures and processes to include 9001-2000 processes. Working Conditions: Work is most often in a normal office or laboratory environment. The noise level is usually quiet to moderate. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity or other opportunities available through Adecco Engineering and Technical, please apply online or email directly to Register to View The Adecco Group is a Fortune Global 500 company and the global leader in HR services. Our group connects over 700,000 associates with our business clients each day through our 6,600 offices in over 70 countries and territories around the world. We offer employment opportunities at any stage in your professional career. Contact us today to discuss available contract and direct hire positions. Adecco Engineering and Technical offers benefits including Holiday, 401(k), Insurance Benefit Plans and Anniversary Bonus opportunities. Adecco Engineering and Technical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply Online About Adecco North America Adecco is a Fortune Global 500 company and the world leader in workforce solutions. Our comprehensive service offering includes temporary and contract staffing, permanent recruitment, outplacement and career services, training and consulting. Adecco is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: Data Warehouse/Quality Assurance Manager Company: Fannie Mae Location: Herndon, VA Description: Fannie Mae exists to expand affordable housing and bring global capital to local communities in order to serve the U.S. housing market. Today, our focus is on preventing foreclosures, making mortgages and rental housing as affordable as possible, and supporting the housing recovery. We are rapidly building and realigning our company to better serve the market as we support the Administrations Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan.Join our dedicated, diverse, high-performing workforce and put your unique talents to good use as we work with our partners to advance our nations housing recovery.For more information about Fannie Mae and our career opportunities, visit www.fanniemae.com.JOB INFORMATIONPlan and lead multiple business testing team projects and software releases while progressively strengthening the testing function. Create and drive user acceptance testing process methodology utilized by each test manager and their testing team during the implementation of new products and enhancements. Coordinate the units efforts with application owners, application development management and project managers.KEY JOB FUNCTIONSMeet with application developers, project managers, application owners to determine specifications of applications under development, or for which patches/migrations are being planned. Oversee/contribute to development of testing parameters and standards.Manage and develop staff, including establishing and enforcing standards, coaching staff, planning, documenting and conducting performance evaluations.Plan, schedule, and designate resources to be used in testing projects for multiple applications.Work with pertinent management to plan testing projects in response to corporate needs, regulatory requirements, or reporting obligations. Scope work, priorities, and resources and propose ways of allocating resources to satisfy project requirements.Make periodic or project-related reports of progress of testing programs, with metrics relevant to various audiences.May contribute to technical aspects of the units work, such as by gathering and defining performance requirements, designing and evaluating system and application performance tests, and performing root cause analysis of performance problems.

Job Title: Quality Assurance manager Company: Capital One Location: Richmond, VA Description: Quality Assurance manager Job Description: The Quality Assurance manager is responsible for developing processes and practices necessary to produce quality products/services and manage business risk for Capital One's Mortgage processing systems. This resource will work closely with project and program teams to ensure all requirements are met and risk identified prior to release to production. Responsible for all aspects ...

Job Title: Change/Incident Mgmt QA Company: Softpath System Location: Herndon, VA Description: The successful candidate should poses strong analytical skills and be well versed in day to day operations of the NOC or similar environment. (Incident Management, Change Management, Command & Control Centers etc.) This person should be a quick learner and require minimal supervision. The candidate for this position will be responsible for daily audits of the Change and Trouble tickets, identifying potential Out of Compliance issues, tracking and reporting the quality of the ticketed data. The Change Management QA Analyst will also be responsible for contacting the field personnel and educating them on the Change Management Processes & Procedures. Desired skills: ?Strong Remedy (version 6.xx or higher) knowledge ?Preferably 3 or more years of experience working in the NOC or similar Real-time Event management Operational center environment ?Previous exposure to Quality and Audit processes and concepts around Change and Incident Management ?ITIL/ITSM framework knowledge and/or exposure is preferred but not required. Required skills: ?Ability to analyze large sets of data and advance to expert knowledge of MS Excel ?Working knowledge of the Networking principals and concepts. Previous telecom or cable industry related experience is highly desired. ?Intermediate to advanced knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol stack ?Good to advance knowledge and understanding of the Change Management and Incident Management ?Ability to produce MS Power Point and MS Excel reports based on the various data sources. Thanks : Mehdi Register to View Ext : 306 Register to View Administration

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager Company: Colonial Assembly & Design, LLC. Location: Fredericksburg, VA Description: QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER Manage activities of the Quality Department to assure total quality control for the company. Experience in maintaining ISO and AS9100 certification and perform/ coordinate audits for an electronic design & mfg facility. Ability to read complicated electronic schematics, assy dwgs & identify electronic components. Ability to perform solder & component inspection for SMT and thru-hole assemblies, cabling, wiring, and metalwork in accordance with IPC-610 requirements. Submit resumes to: Register to View , Register to View colonialassembly.com Colonial Assembly & Design, LLC 3361 Shannon Airport Circle Fredericksburg, VA 22408 www. colonialassembly.com

Job Title: Pr Manager, Quality Assurance - (STS) Flight Simulation Company: Rockwell Collins Location: Sterling, VA Description: Mgr, Simulation Training Solutions QualityRockwell Collins is a pioneer in the design, production and support of innovative solutions for our customers in aerospace and defense. Our expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, mission communications, information management, and simulation and training is strengthened by our global service and support network that spans 27 countries. Working together, our global team of 20,000 employees shares a vision to create the most trusted source of communication and aviation electronics solutions, applying both insight and foresight to help our customers succeed. This is how we create value for our customers. And how we build trust, every day.Position is responsible for the leadership and support of simulation training systems at multiple Rockwell Collins locations. The job position is located in Sterling, VAand involves limited travel.Primary ResponsibilitiesLead direct and indirect report Quality Engineers, Inspectors, andManagerResponsible and accountable for developing, implementing, and maintaining Quality Systems that meet/exceed customer, regulatory, product integrity, quality standards (e.g. ISO9001, CMMI), and corporate requirements.Sets strategic direction and execution for all aspects STS Quality that enables standardization, consistency, and improvement STS processes. Ensures that the organization is working together to maximize service and product qualityResponsible for leading/implementing best practices, measurements, non-conformance root cause analysis, and effective corrective action to successfully direct continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.Acts as a primary liaison with customers, vendors/suppliers/subcontractors, regulatory, standards, and various company departments on Quality issues/activities.Advises management of trends, returns, customer/business impacts, goal/objective status, audit results, corrective action, and plans/schedulesResponsible for employment, coaching, developing, and evaluating personnel to ensure efficient operations and skill growth.Participates in contributing to corporate, business, and industry quality assurance requirements and considerationsActively promotes and drives lean principles and diversity to enhance departmental and organizational effectivenessThe Quality Manager will work closely with applicable business leaders, program managers, engineering and others to identify and control potential quality issues with new and existing products.Skills/Interaction/ExperienceStrong leadership skills and management experience in the Aerospace Industry with geographically dispersed teams. Skills in understanding and/or influencing people are important in achieving job objectives, facilitating action or understanding in others.Knowledge and experience with FAA/equivalent regulatory agencies, CMMI and ISO/AS9100 Quality standards and associated auditingStrong knowledge of multiple quality disciplines (Software quality, Design quality, production quality, customer quality, inspection and calibration)Strong cross functional communication and presentation skillsHigh level of accountability and pro-active problem resolutionHighly motivated self starter