QA Manager Jobs in Ashland, VA

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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Healthcare Quality & Compliance Manager

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Healthcare Quality & Compliance Manager Job ID 214039 Posted 23-Apr-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Health and Safety/Environment Location(s) Cincinnati - Ohio...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Position Overview: Our client, a growing food processing company in the Richmond area, is seeking a Facility QA Manager to oversee quality assurance and food safety operations at a new processing facility...

Quality Assurance Lead (Hybrid--Richmond, VA)

  • Glen Allen, VA (6 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Glen Allen, VA (6 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Position Description The QA Lead will be a pivotal member of the Enterprise Information Management (EIM) team, responsible for embedding quality assurance practices within the DevOps lifecycle to...

Audit Manager - Quality Assurance

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 12 days ago

The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to...

Associate Director, Quality Assurance, Operations

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 16 days ago

Lead the establishment and maintenance of quality systems for manufacturing and packaging operations to enable the reliable supply of quality sterile medications....

Executive Director Quality Assurance Bioanalytical and Vaccine Laboratories

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 18 days ago

Skills & Competencies Deep understanding of laboratory quality management systems (QMS) and regulatory standards Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and develop...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 20 days ago

HACCP certification, Preventive Controls for Human Food (PCQI) and GFSI auditor certification a must....

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Richmond, VA (14 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (14 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 20 days ago

HACCP certification, Preventive Controls for Human Food (PCQI) and GFSI auditor certification a must....

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Nutrition, Chemistry, Biology or related degree required. 5+ years of Quality Management experience in food manufacturing Experience with sanitation oversight Strong knowledge of FDA/PCQI/SQF/GFSI HACCP...

Continuous Improvement & QA Manager

  • Ashland, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ashland, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Manager : This position is located in Ashland, Virginia and relocation assistance is offered....

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

Management Plan (QMP) The QA inspection and testing of all materials used and work performed on the Project including monitoring of the Design-Build Contractor's QC program by providing an independent...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Ashland, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

The Manager, Quality Assurance is responsible for the supervision and monitoring of the assigned Quality Management staff with a primary function of assuring compliance with client requirements and...

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Salary for QA Manager Jobs in Ashland, VA

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Highest Education Level

QA Managers in Ashland, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.5%
Master's Degree
27.4%
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 Managers in Ashland, VA
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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