QA Director Jobs in Connecticut

A Quality Assurance (QA) Director is a high-level executive who oversees the quality control operations within a company. They are responsible for developing and implementing quality control systems, establishing standards and guidelines, and ensuring that all products and services meet the required quality benchmarks. They also direct and coordinate the quality control team to ensure that all inspections and tests are accurately done on time. Apart from this, a QA Director is also expected to manage and resolve any quality-related issues, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and standards.

Before becoming a QA Director, one may hold roles such as QA Manager, QA Engineer, or Quality Control Supervisor. A QA Director should possess excellent communication and leadership skills. They should have a keen eye for detail and a strong analytical mind. In terms of educational qualifications, a Bachelor's Degree in Quality, Business, or a relevant field is usually required. Certifications such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), and Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) are highly desirable. Furthermore, they should have a solid understanding of quality control procedures and relevant legal standards, and proficiency in using Quality Management Systems (QMS) and databases.

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Associate Director, Quality Assurance Team Lead

  • Stamford, CT
  • 21 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 21 hours ago

strategic use of AI technologies to drive efficiencies Develop and implement comprehensive QA strategies and plans that align with KPMG's quality standards and compliance requirements, ensuring robust quality...

Quality Engineering Manager (Hybrid)

  • Hartford, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 1 day ago

About Us At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness. Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent...

NER Quality Assurance Manager (Wallingford)

  • Wallingford, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT
  • 3 days ago

Description The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for the managerial direction and overall leadership of the Quality department. This includes supporting and executing business strategy,...

Quality Assurance Lead Manual & Automation Testing

  • Hartford, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 4 days ago

Maintain documentation for test plans, test cases, and QA processes. Required Qualifications 7+ years of experience in manual and automation testing....

Quality Assurance Coordinator

  • Trumbull, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • Trumbull, CT
  • 9 days ago

About CooperSurgical CooperSurgical is a leading fertility and women's healthcare company dedicated to putting time on the side of women, babies, and families at the healthcare moments that matter...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Windsor, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 11 days ago

Supplier Quality Management: Oversee the development and maintenance of robust supplier quality management programs....

Senior Quality Engineering Manager- Development & Engineering

  • Wilton, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Wilton, CT
  • 11 days ago

In this role you also have the opportunity to act as a change agent to help shape the Quality Management System, mindset, within the Development & Engineering organization....

Director QA QC

  • New Haven, CT
  • 17 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 17 days ago

Certification in USACE Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM). Experience managing multiple reports. Thorough knowledge of design and construction trades, practices, and techniques....

Director Quality Assurance

  • Meriden, CT
  • 17 days ago
  • Meriden, CT
  • 17 days ago

Close Director Quality Assurance Meriden, Connecticut Office/Professional 271 days ago Apply The Director of Quality Assurance is tasked with managing the Quality Management System (QMS) at the site...

Manager, Quality Assurance - All Suites

  • Hartford, CT
  • 20 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 20 days ago

**How you will collaborate with others:** + Communicate with Quality Auditors, Area Managers in QA, Directors, Vice President of QA, Brand teams, Design and Construction, and Human Resources to answer...

Remote Work

PV Quality Assurance Lead

  • Stamford, CT
  • 24 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 24 days ago

Venture Solar - Stamford, CT About Venture Solar: Venture Solar is on a mission to give customers the most enjoyable experience possible transitioning their home to sustainable energy. We are...

Sr. Quality Engineering Manager- Development & Engineering

  • Wilton, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilton, CT
  • 30+ days ago

In this role you also have the opportunity to act as a change agent to help shape the Quality Management System, mindset, within the Development & Engineering organization....

Senior Quality Assurance Manager - Hartford, CT

  • Hartford, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and automation scripts for new features, regressions, and system integrations....

Managing Director, Quality Assurance Lead

  • Hartford, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 30+ days ago

If you're looking for a meaningful career, you'll find it here at Webster. Founded in 1935, our focus has always been to put people first--doing whatever we can to help individuals, families,...

QA Director, America

  • Milford, CT
  • 90+ days ago
  • Milford, CT
  • 90+ days ago

Management Systems Support and lead initiatives to harmonize elements of the Quality Management System within Americas sites as appropriate Ensure that relevant Regulatory/ISO compliance is maintained...

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Salary for QA Director Jobs in Connecticut

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireQualityControl research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

QA Directors in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.5%
Master's Degree
27.5%
High School or GED
9.5%
Associate's Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by QA Directors in Connecticut
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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