QA Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

Job Title: Associate QA Specialist - 2nd Shift Company: The Hershey Company Location: Hazleton, PA Description: Associate QA Specialist - 2nd Shift Job ID: 5192 Location: US-PA-Hazle Township Position Type: Full Time More information about this job: Summary: This position resides at the Hazleton Plant. Under direct or moderate guidance, the Assoc/Quality Assurance Specialist's primary role is to serve as a liaison between Quality Assurance (QA) and Manufacturing. In this role the Associate/QA Specialist provides support to the manufacturing operations and depending on the shift may be the sole QA representative. This includes responsibility for compliance to all company and regulatory policies/procedures pertaining to product safety/quality. This may include environmental duties. The incumbent is the technical resource for Manufacturing and Engineering, providing some leadership and guidance in the areas of weight control, incident investigation and resolution, troubleshooting and other related matters. The incumbent also provides support to employee training and product and process audits. The Assoc/QA Specialist must have a sound working knowledge of Hershey's quality system requirements. Some laboratory duties may be required. Responsibilities: Compliance: Facilitates production activities to meet quality/safety specifications and regulatory standards by providing training, auditing, troubleshooting and incident management. *Training: Assists in efforts to educate and train the workforce on food quality and safety issues. Conducts training specifically for plant employees and regularly follows up with employees to ensure that they understand the requirements of their jobs. *Auditing: Conducts audits in accordance with Product Excellence Program (PEP)/ Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point ( HACCP ) / Environmental compliance procedures Incident Management: Investigates and analyzes incidents to identify trends in product/quality safety information. Initiates corrective actions and communicates findings as appropriate. Uses various computer support systems (ex. SAP product tracking, Line Production Reporting (LPR), Cost of Non-Conformance ( CONC ), etc. ) to help isolate / solve problems. Continuous Improvement: Implements continuous improvement through utilization of PEP program elements such as System Control Plans, Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures ( SSOP ), HACCP , ACCP , Weight Control and Consumer Complaint Reduction. Participates in or Leads improvement teams and prepares reports as necessary. Project / New Product Support: Under direct or moderate supervision, acts as QA representative on multi-functional project teams or non-routine assignments. May support new product efforts from initial test runs to full-scale production to assure integrity of systems. Qualifications: Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written form Ability to work flexible hours Dexterity required for handling and performing tests in an accurate manner. Ability to record data as needed Ability to climb ladders to work platforms, climb stairs to other work areas. Lifting of moderately heavy items such as test equipment and product cases may be required. May involve working around moving machines and handling of hazardous testing and sanitation chemicals. Strong problem solving/trouble shooting skills Solid understanding of a production / manufacturing environment Proficiency in computer programs / software such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, Power Point, SAP (Recipe Management), Net Weight and QA Trends Education: B.S. in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field or equivalent related experience Experience: Less than 2 years of related experience for Associate QA Specialist. Minimum of ­2 yrs of related experience for Quality Assurance Specialist.

Job Title: Jr. QA Specialist Company: Location: Pittsburgh, PA Description: Direct hire position - :Local Pittsburgh area candidates only Requirements: * Bachelors degree in computer science or related * Experience w/general account principles * 6+ Months experience in manual or automated testing * Excellent communication skills * Self starter and motivated to learn * Ability to work in a team environment WORD resumes only.

Job Title: Associate QA Specialist - 2nd Shift Company: Hershey Company, The Location: Hazle Township, PA Description: Summary: This position resides at the Hazleton Plant. Under direct or moderate guidance, the Assoc/Quality Assurance Specialists primary role is to serve as a liaison between Quality Assurance (QA) and Manufacturing. In this role the Associate/QA Specialist provides support to the manufacturing operations and depending on the shift may be the sole QA representative. This includes responsibility for compliance to all company and regulatory policies/procedures pertaining to product safety/quality. This may include environmental duties. The incumbent is the technical resource for Manufacturing and Engineering, providing some leadership and guidance in the areas of weight control, incident investigation and resolution, troubleshooting and other related matters. The incumbent also provides support to employee training and product and process audits. The Assoc/QA Specialist must have a sound working knowledge of Hersheys quality system requirements. Some laboratory duties may be required. Responsibilities: Compliance: Facilitates production activities to meet quality/safety specifications and regulatory standards by providing training, auditing, troubleshooting and incident management. ? Training: Assists in efforts to educate and train the workforce on food quality and safety issues. Conducts training specifically for plant employees and regularly follows up with employees to ensure that they understand the requirements of their jobs. ? Auditing: Conducts audits in accordance with Product Excellence Program (PEP)/ Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point ( HACCP ) / Environmental compliance procedures ? Incident Management: Investigates and analyzes incidents to identify trends in product/quality safety information. Initiates corrective actions and communicates findings as appropriate. Uses various computer support systems (ex. SAP product tracking, Line Production Reporting (LPR), Cost of Non-Conformance ( CONC ), etc. ) to help isolate / solve problems. Continuous Improvement: Implements continuous improvement through utilization of PEP program elements such as System Control Plans, Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures ( SSOP ), HACCP , ACCP , Weight Control and Consumer Complaint Reduction. Participates in or Leads improvement teams and prepares reports as necessary. Project / New Product Support: Under direct or moderate supervision, acts as QA representative on multi-functional project teams or non-routine assignments. May support new product efforts from initial test runs to full-scale production to assure integrity of systems. Qualifications: Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written form Ability to work flexible hours Dexterity required for handling and performing tests in an accurate manner. Ability to record data as needed Ability to climb ladders to work platforms, climb stairs to other work areas. Lifting of moderately heavy items such as test equipment and product cases may be required. May involve working around moving machines and handling of hazardous testing and sanitation chemicals. Strong problem solving/trouble shooting skills Solid understanding of a production / manufacturing environment Proficiency in computer programs / software such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, Power Point, SAP (Recipe Management), Net Weight and QA Trends Education: B.S. in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field or equivalent related experience Experience: Less than 2 years of related experience for Associate QA Specialist. Minimum of 2 yrs of related experience for Quality Assurance Specialist. Apply for this job: Hershey is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V Apply for this job online. Refer a friend to this position. Go back to the welcome page.

Job Title: Quality Assurance Specialist Nuclear Job in PITTSBURGH, PA Company: Federal Government Jobs Location: Pittsburgh, PA Description: Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully) Job Title: Quality Assurance Specialist (Nuclear) Department: Department Of Defense Agency: Defense Contract Management Agency Job Announcement Number: SWH810YO071620 Salary Range: 73,408.00 - 95,429.00 USD /year Series & Grade: GS-1910-12/12 Open Period: Friday, March 05, 2010 to Friday, March 19, 2010 Position Information: - This is a Permanent position. -- Full Time Duty Locations: 1 vacancy - PA - Pittsburgh Metro area Who May Be Considered: Status CandidatesJob Summary:Join Team DCMA -- Challenge yourself!The Defense Contract Management Agency is a rich resource of indispensable partners who contribute to and benefit from integrated missions and programs. We are an independent combat support agency within the Department of Defense (DoD). We are the Department's contract manager, responsible for ensuring Federal acquisition programs, supplies, and services are delivered on time, within cost and meet performance requirements.Organization(s): Defense Contract Management Agency, DCMA Naval Sea Systems Division, DCMA Special Emphasis Operations, Product Assurance GroupDuty Location: Irwin, PAAbout the Position: Join the DCMA Team- it offers a world of opportunity! DCMA works with Defense suppliers to help ensure that products and services purchased by DoD and by Federal and allied governments are delivered on time, at projected cost, and in compliance with performance requirements. DCMA contributes to military readiness of the U.S. and its allies. DCMA has civilian and military personnel working in offices located worldwide. Federal Government employment offers salary increases (http://www.opm.gov/oca/10tables/index.asp), health and life insurance, retirement programs and other benefits (Working for the Federal Government-Benefits at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/E161.asp), training opportunities (http://home.dcma.mil/employees.htm), valuable experience gained in positions through mobility, reassignments (http://home.dcma.mil/dcma-hrc/job_opportunities.htm) and competitive placements (http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/). Defense Contract Management Agency is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.Who May Apply: Click here for more information. Current Defense Contract Management Agency employees on career or career conditional appointments. AT&L Workforce in the DOD Components outside the Military Departments for permanent AT&L workforce positions.Key Requirements: U.S. Citizen Major Duties:Serves as Product Line Specialist (PLS) at contractor facility producing items for Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP). Items manufactured at these facilities have been identified by Naval Sea Systems Command Technical Representative (NSTR) as being critical, in accomplishing program objectives for Navy Department. As a PLS in, an NNPP contractor facility, incumbent has overall planning, development, and administration responsibility for the quality assurance plan for an assigned product(s). Incumbent serves as primary point of contact for assigned product(s) and may exercise limited technical supervision over lower graded specialists. Analyzes contracts and purchase orders and related specifications, blueprints, technical orders, change orders, military specifications, and buying activity specifications to identify quality requirements imposed and to assure that they are properly specified in contracts and letters of delegation.Qualifications:Click on link below to view qualification standard. General Schedule SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must possess one year specialized experience at the GS-11 level. Specialized experience is defined as experience in mechanics, manufacturing and production methods, processes, inspection systems and testing techniques to determine product conformance to contract requirements. Experience in performing statistical and quality data analysis and evaluation complex inspection techniques for nuclear components.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Tour of Duty: Flexible; FLSA: Nonexempt; Bargaining Unit: Yes; Emergency Essential: No.DEFENSE ACQUISITION WORKFORCE IMPROVEMENT ACT CAREER FIELD POSITION (DAWIA) CERTIFICATION: This is an Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectees must meet position requirements for certification at Level II in Acquisition Career Field: Production, Quality and Manufacturing within 24 months of entrance on duty. The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened for the Office of Personnel Management's basic qualifications requirements, and the skills needed to perform the duties of this position as described in this vacancy announcement. Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must meet the Time in Grade Restriction. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. GS-12 and above: One year of experience directly related to the occupation and equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. There is no substitution of education for experience at this level.Other Requirements: Click here for more information. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Must file annual financial statement. Must comply with Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. Direct Deposit of Pay is Required. Further certification from this announcement may take place up to 180 days beyond the closing date of this announcement. One year trial/probationary period may be required.How You Will Be Evaluated:Resumes will be evaluated for basic qualifications requirements and for the skills needed to perform the duties of the position, as described in this vacancy announcement and identified by the Selecting Official for the position. Benefits:The Department of Defense offers excellent benefits programs some of which may include: Comprehensive health and life insurance Competitive salaries Generous retirement programs Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time Flexible work environment and alternate work schedules Paid employment related training and education Possible student loan repayment Payment of licenses, certification, and academic degrees as applicable Bonuses, incentives, and awards as appropriate for the job. Other Information:Click here for more information. To successfully claim veteran's preference, your resume/supplemental data must clearly show your entitlement. Please review the information listed under the Other Requirements link on this announcement or review our on-line Job Application Kit. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. The DoD policy is available on http://www.cpms.osd.mil/ASSETS/E8AB932EA1E44617BAC7222922E42A62/DoDI140025-V300.pdf Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. In accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code, annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense shall receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They shall not be eligible for retirement contributions, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, or a supplemental or redetermined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (i.e., retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8414(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment as appropriate. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives.) Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulatio

Job Title: QA TECHNICIAN Company: C&J Industries Location: Meadville, PA Description: QA TECHNICIAN Custom medical plastic injection molder looking for highly motivated individual to inspect product & work with internal departments. Must have experience in Gage R&R's, Capability Studies, First Article Inspections. Smartscope programming experience a plus. Medical benefits, 401k, continuing education. ? Resume to Register to View EOEThis listing brought to you by The Meadville Tribune

Job Title: Quality Assurance Specialist Mechanical Company: Location: Chester, PA Description: Serves as a member of a multi-functional operations team as a quality assurance specialist at supplier facilities and provides risk based surveillance of supplier quality systems from contract award to contract completion. Reviews and analyzes contracts, purchase orders, related statements of work, technical item description/data packages, system requirements, schedules, cost controls, contract exhibits and other customer guidance. Performs risk assessment and assigns risk ratings to quality systems/key processes. Prepares risk handling plans. Performs quality system evaluations of supplier quality systems and process proofing and product audits. Accepts products on behalf of the government. Performs pre award surveys. Conducts post award first article meetings. Performs production surveillance. Prepares and maintains plans, records, data, reports, and correspondence as required by contracts and customer instructions. Takes written corrective actions when observed.

Job Title: SOFTWARE QA SPECIALIST, PRINCIPAL (SQA TESTER) Company: CACI Location: Zelienople, PA Description: DUTIESProvide SQA Testing support for the assigned projects with the goal of testing and validating the system(s) for full scale deployment.Comply with all ProPath requirements for documentation and testing.Execute the tests and contribute to creating test process artifacts in accordance with the VA Test Process Workgroup (TPWG) testing requirements.· Assist in creating and reviewing the Test and Evaluation Master Plan and the Test Cases.· Assist in establishing lab and field test environments.· Assist in executing the assigned Test and Evaluation Master Plan, and shall execute assigned Test Cases, reporting all findings and test incidences.· Provide clarification and assistance to Test sites required to complete the testing.EDUCATION EXPERIENCE:Typically requires bachelors degree or equivalent and 10 to 12 years of related experience.ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTSFamiliarity with automated testing tools, especially Rational tools.DESIRED REQUIREMENTSExperience within a Veterans Administration IT environment.

Job Title: Quality Assurance Specialist - Continuous Improvement Company: B. Braun Medical Inc. Location: Allentown, PA Description: This position will lead activities related to continuous system improvement of Quality Systems and oversee Corrective and Preventive Action and Risk Management systems. Possesses and applies a broad and knowledge of Quality principles, practices, and procedures to drive system improvements. Assists in the maintenance of company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Operate in accordance with company policies and procedures, FDA Regulations, ISO Standards and Canadian Medical Device Regulations, where applicable.1. Serve as a Quality representative to improve awareness, visibility and communication on quality initiatives to support departmental, functional, facility and corporate quality goals and objectives.2. Provide project direction, coaching and mentoring for company personnel. Proactively initiates the development of streamlined systems to effectively identify and resolve quality problems.3. Lead the implementation of continuous system improvement initiatives designed to meet or exceed internal requirements.4. Manage the Risk Management System in accordance with company policies and procedures. Investigate, analyze, report and follow up on information pertaining to product and user risk. Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to lead implementation of improvements to effectively manage and mitigate associated risks.5. Manage the Corrective and Preventive Action System in accordance with company policies and procedures. Review and approve CAPA investigations, CAPA plans, and effectivity checks. Work closely with CAPA owners to close CAPA files in a timely manner and ensure that issues have been effectively resolved.6 Train company personnel on quality systems, investigation techniques, and root cause analysis. Provide ongoing support to all employees on quality system requirements and problem solving.7. Ensure that quality systems are “audit ready” at all times for internal or external quality systems. 8. Provides support during regulatory inspections and customer audits.9. Identify and implement quality system improvements when gaps are identified through audits and departmental reviews. Proactively investigates, identifies and implements improved Quality practices.10. Track and monitor metrics related to the quality system and develop and implement programs designed to increase department and company employee awareness. Prepare and present trend reports to management.11. Ensure personnel training in accordance with department training matrix.12. Ensure operations within approved department budget.13. Performs other related duties as required by management.Experience/Training/Education/CertificationRequired: - 8 or more years professional experience- Bachelor’s Degree required- Minimum 6 years experience in FDA and ISO requirementsKNOWLEDGE:- Extensive knowledge of quality policies and systems, FDA Regulations and ISO Standards for medical device or pharmaceutical operations.- Strong working knowledge of CAPA, Risk Management and root cause investigation. Working knowledge of document control, validation, design controls, and process controls.- Demonstrated use of Quality tools principles and methodologies- Must be able to work with all functional groupsB Braun offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, prescription, disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage. We also offer tuition reimbursement, 401K, as well as a pension plan, and various optional benefits. We have an onsite fitness room and company-sponsored wellness programs. Please submit resume, along with salary requirements. Resumes without salary information will not be considered. Please apply at www.bbraunusa.com

Job Title: Quality Assurance Specialist Clothing Company: Location: Philadelphia, PA Description: Serves as a senior staff Quality Assurance Specialist on matters pertaining to clothing and textile. Serves as Contract management Office (CMO) NASA Coordinator and the program manager for the Single Process Initiative (SPI) program. Acts as the primary clothing and textile commodity monitor for the CMO. Serves as a senior technical expert for supplier quality assurance and risk management matters. Acts as technical advisor to leadership and field personnel on policy matters and One Book implementation. Manages the CMO's NASA program and ensures that personnel resources are available, trained and certified to accomplish NASA requirements. Manages the CMO's SPI program by implementing all flow process steps (Proposal Development, Approval, Contract Modification and Implementation) and reports progress via the SPI System (SPIS) database. Advises contractors on how to prepare concept papers and notified key customers of contractor's participation.

Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician Company: Location: Philadelphia, PA Description: PhillyCarShare is a non-profit car sharing cooperative that gives members access to cars by the hour. Our mission is to maximize the economic, environmental, and social benefits of reduced automobile dependence in the Philadelphia region through community-based car sharing. PhillyCarShare is currently searching for a full time Overnight Quality Assurance Technician. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter via our: CAREER SITE to apply. Please, no follow up calls or emails. We will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. Thanks for your interest! Overnight Quality Assurance Technician (Full time) Department: Fleet Supervisor: Quality Assurance Supervisor Compensation: $12.00 / hour Schedule: 10:30pm - 7:00am Start Date: Immediately Position Summary: Ensures that Fleet vehicles are ready for member use by maintaining overall quality between member reservations, vendor cleaning, and major inspections. Primary Duties: ? Performs vehicle quality inspection checks according to schedule and procedure ? Cleans vehicle interior ? Checks for and reports new vehicle damage ? Ensures each vehicle has proper and accurate documentation and supplies ? Fuels vehicles ? Shuttles vehicles between pods and vendors ? Other projects as assigned Additional Responsibilities: ? Assists members as necessary Accountabilities and Measures: Quantitative ? Attendance and punctuality ? Procedural accuracy ? Number of vehicles touched by selected time period Qualitative ? Inspections of work Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: ? Must be able to keep a consistent schedule ? Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs ? Working knowledge of automobiles; ability to perform basic automotive repair (i.e. tire changes and fluid checks) ? Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions ? Ability to learn quickly and be resourceful ? Familiarity with Philadelphia streets ? Excellent verbal communication skills ? Customer service experience preferred