QA Director Jobs in Norwood, MA

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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Manager/Associate Director, Quality Management Systems

  • Cambridge, MA (14 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (14 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Summary: The Senior Manager/Associate Director, Quality Management Systems is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the quality management systems...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Holliston, MA (12 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Holliston, MA (12 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago

The QA Manager is responsible for developing and implementing quality management systems (QMS), ensuring products meet internal and external requirements, and driving continuous improvement in manufacturing...

Hardware Quality Engineering Manager

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Hardware Quality Engineering Manager to lead our quality engineering team and ensure the highest standards of product reliability and performance. This...

Regulatory & Quality Compliance Manager (m/f/d)

  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 4 days ago

The internal Job Title is called **Global Product Center Manager (m/f/d) - Sterile Fluids (Medicinal Products).** **Main Responsibilities:** + Support as regulatory expert development and new...

Quality Engineering Manager, Post-Market Risk

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 8 days ago

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 27 Jun 2025 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare...

QA Manager

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Company Description To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers - this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company's culture? Explore our social...

Sr. Program Manager, Quality Assurance/Regulatory Affairs (Hybrid)

  • Marlborough, MA (21 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (21 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Management System (eQMS)....

Manager, Quality Assurance - All Suites

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 21 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...

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Quality Assurance Manager

  • Reading, MA (24 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Reading, MA (24 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 23 days ago

A client that has asked us to confidentially search for a full-time Quality Assurance Manager, for their facility south of Madison, WI. This dairy company has been in business for 40 years and are...

Manager, Quality Assurance

  • Stoughton, MA (6 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Stoughton, MA (6 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 24 days ago

Responsibilities: Develop and implement quality management systems and processes Collaborating with various departments to drive initiatives that enhance Comtech Quality objectives Facilitate regular...

Director, QA Engineering

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 25 days ago

CodaMetrix is revolutionizing Revenue Cycle Management with its AI-powered autonomous coding solution, a multi-specialty AI-platform that translates clinical information into accurate sets of...

Executive Director, Quality Management and GxP Systems

  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 25 days ago

Position Summary: Th Executive Director, Quality Management and GxP Systems will lead and ensure effective Ardelyx Quality Management Systems and compliant GxP electronic systems....

Senior Manager, Quality Assurance Contamination Control and Sterility Assurance (Hybrid)

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 29 days ago

Job Description The Senior Manager, Quality Assurance Contamination Control and Sterility Assurance is recognized as having expertise in the principals and application of sterility assurance and...

Product Quality Director, CMC Small Molecule QA

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 29 days ago

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Head of Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs

  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications Preferred Skills: Quality Management Systems (QMS): Expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust QMS compliant with CAP/CLIA and GCLP standards....

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Salary for QA Director Jobs in Norwood, MA

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Highest Education Level

QA Directors in Norwood, MA 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 Norwood, MA
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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