QA Technician Jobs in Massachusetts

A Failure Analysis Engineer within the quality control industry specializes in diagnosing and rectifying component and product failures. They investigate potential product failures, determine the root cause, and develop comprehensive reports, including corrective actions, to eliminate future occurrences. They often work in cross-functional teams, liaising with design, manufacturing, and quality assurance departments, to ensure products meet specified standards and performance criteria. Their work is vital in enhancing product reliability and improving customer satisfaction.

Potential candidates for this role should have a strong understanding of engineering principles, robust problem-solving skills, and a knack for statistical analysis. They should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with some roles requiring advanced specialization or certification such as a Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE). Excellent communication skills are crucial, as they often need to explain complex technical issues in layman's terms to stakeholders. Before becoming a Failure Analysis Engineer, one might start their career in roles such as a Process Engineer, Quality Engineer, or Product Development Engineer.

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Specialist, QA Test Automation

  • Cogeco Inc.
  • Quincy, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Quincy, MA
  • 5 days ago

Our culture lifts you up-there is no ego in the way. Our common purpose? We all want to win for our customers. We aim to always be evolving, dynamic, and ambitious. We believe in the power of...

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Specialist, Quality Assurance Incoming Material Disposition, Cell Therapy

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Devens, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Devens, MA
  • 14 days ago

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those arent words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely...

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Quality Technician III - 1st Shift

  • Cadrex
  • Agawam, MA
  • 27 days ago
  • Agawam, MA
  • 27 days ago

Jobs Agawam, MA Quality Technician III - 1st Shift Cadrex Quality Technician III - 1st Shift Agawam, MA Apply Quality Technician III - 1st Shift Agawam, MA ( Description OVERVIEW Cadrex is...

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Senior Specialist, Quality Assurance Investigations, Cell Therapy

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Devens, MA
  • 28 days ago
  • Devens, MA
  • 28 days ago

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those arent words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely...

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Quality Technician

  • Moo
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

MOO set out to shake up the world of print back in 2006. And weve come a long way since. Today were a 400 + strong team (were thinking of getting matching jackets) who create print and digital...

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Senior Specialist, Quality Assurance Shop Floor, Cell Therapy (Day Shift 6am-6pm)

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Devens, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Devens, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Demonstrated experience with quality management systems Demonstrated experience in GxP electronic systems such as Quality Management Systems (QMS); Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for electronic...

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Quality Assurance Specialist

  • SGS Consulting
  • Lexington, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Location: Lexington, MA, Responsible for leading and participating in development, implementation, control, and distribution of all Quality Assurance practices, standards, methodologies, and...

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Specialist, Quality Assurance Shop Floor

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Devens, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Devens, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Experience with quality management systems for handling of records such as change control, product complaints, deviations, investigations, and CAPA management....

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Senior Specialist, Quality Assurance Shop Floor, Cell Therapy

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Devens, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Devens, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Demonstrated experience with quality management systems Demonstrated experience with electronic system and databases such as Manufacturing Execution systems (MES), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)...

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Quality Technician I

  • ZOLL
  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 60+ days ago

Acute Care Technology At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our...

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Salary for QA Technician Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Technicians in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.7%
High School or GED
17.3%
Master's Degree
15.9%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by QA Technicians in Massachusetts
None
43.9%
2-4 years
20.0%
Less than 1 year
14.4%
1-2 years
10.9%
4-6 years
9.5%
10+ years
0.7%
8-10 years
0.7%



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