QA Manager Jobs

A QA (Quality Assurance) Manager in the quality control industry is responsible for implementing and managing systems that ensure products meet established quality standards. These professionals oversee the inspection and testing of materials, parts, and products to detect defects and deviations from specifications. The QA Manager plans, directs, coordinates, and leads activities to ensure quality control processes are effective. They're also responsible for training and leading QA team members, identifying issues in efficiency and suggest improvements, and ensuring that all tests and procedures are properly understood, carried out, and evaluated.

A potential QA Manager should have a range of important skills including attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and leadership qualities. They should have a strong understanding of quality control standards and methodologies, and proficiency with quality control software. Certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming a QA Manager, professionals might hold roles such as Quality Control Inspector, Quality Assurance Analyst, or Quality Assurance Engineer.

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CMTS LLC

Construction Quality Assurance Lead

Every day at CMTS, we undertake impactful infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. CMTS has an extensive 40-year industry experience, which ensures a strong foundation...

Senior Manager, Quality Assurance

  • Draper, UT
  • 8 days ago
  • Draper, UT
  • 8 days ago

management software; AI/ML conversational analytics experience a plus Preferred Qualifications: Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders...

Remote Work

Hardware QA Manager (onsite)

  • Westford, MA
  • 23 days ago
  • Westford, MA
  • 23 days ago

You will be successful in this role by achieving the following: Setting priorities across the entire team Automate test cases using UFT Collaborating with development management, architects, and level...

Quality Assurance Director

  • Bronx, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Bronx, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Job DESCRIPTION Department Operations Job Title Quality Assurance Director Reports to CFO/COO General Description: The Quality Assurance (QA)...

Aircraft Quality Assurance Manager - Located in O'Fallon, MO

  • O Fallon, MO
  • 17 hours ago
  • O Fallon, MO
  • 17 hours ago

Located in O'Fallon, MO Job Description: Aircraft Quality Assurance Manager IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Aircraft Quality Assurance Manager FULL-TIME Opportunity in OFallon, MO Starting Salary: $107,000...

Quality Assurance Lead

  • Strongsville, OH
  • 18 hours ago
  • Strongsville, OH
  • 18 hours ago

Location: Pittsburgh, PA, 15222 / Strongsville, OH, 44136 Salary Range: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications Introduction Join a dynamic team within the banking and financial...

Product Engineering & Quality Assurance Manager

  • Elmira, NY
  • 20 hours ago
  • Elmira, NY
  • 20 hours ago

Manage oversite of the ISO Quality Management System. Support the daily review of production quality performance. Monitor scrap, and improve the development of scrap reduction plans....

Dir Quality Assurance Policy 2

  • Newport News, VA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 20 hours ago

Req ID: 42520 Team: O30 QUAL & PROC EXC Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: 1st Relocation: No relocation assistance available...

18017 - QA Manager

  • IL
  • 21 hours ago
  • IL
  • 21 hours ago

The Quality Manager will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and improving the Commercial and Distribution Quality Management System (QMS)....

QA Manager - Functional/Transformation

  • IN
  • 21 hours ago
  • IN
  • 21 hours ago

1 C1 level offshore QA manager helping to lead 50+ person QA transformation for 3 year durationtransformation manager leading all transformation initiatives and deliverablesBR: fixed price for MTS (...

Senior Director, Quality Management

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Directs and administers quality management programs in design, construction, and start-up operations of major Metro capital projects....

Quality Assurance Director

  • Sauget, IL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Sauget, IL
  • 21 hours ago

Responsibilities: Lead and enhance the company's Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure robust compliance and performance....

Assistant Quality Manager - Quality Assurance

  • Stafford, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Stafford, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Assume QA Managers responsibilities in their absence....

Quality Assurance Manager

  • City of Industry, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • City of Industry, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Overview WHO WE ARE: Snap-on continually strives to be an employe of choice and offers a GREAT PLACE TO WORK. City of Industry's average seniority is 15 years! People know Snap-on for the quality...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Mesa, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Support implementation of new quality systems or upgrades to meet industry best practices....

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Salary for QA Manager Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

QA Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.6%
Master's Degree
27.5%
High School or GED
9.4%
Associate's Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.9%
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 Managers
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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