QA Technician Jobs in Oregon

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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Quality Technician - Contract - Onsite

  • The Dalles, OR
  • 16 hours ago
  • The Dalles, OR
  • 16 hours ago

Quality Technician - Contract - Onsite Insitu United States, Oregon, The Dalles Jun 11, 2025 Insitu has an immediate contract need for a Quality Technician to support our Quality team onsite in EP...

Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Portland, OR
  • 21 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 21 hours ago

Performs duties associated with the administration of the quality assurance provisions of contracts by designing, implementing, and maintaining a risk-based surveillance program and assessment...

Quality Assurance Tech Rep

  • Grants Pass, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Grants Pass, OR
  • 1 day ago

Quality Assurance Tech Rep Requisition ID: 13835 Location: Grants Pass, OR, US, 97526 Pay Type: Salary **COMPANY OVERVIEW** Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash...

Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago

See below for important information regarding this job. Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement.To qualify for a Quality Assurance Specialist, your resume and supporting...

QA Technician - AM - Shift (7AM -7PM)

  • Warren, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Warren, OR
  • 3 days ago

At the end of the shift communicate any ongoing concerns / lingering issues to incoming QA Technician. All other duties as assigned by the Quality Assurance Manager....

Quality Assurance Specialist III

  • Bend, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Bend, OR
  • 5 days ago

The Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist III role assists QA Management in administering the company's quality system....

QA Technician

  • Clackamas, OR
  • 14 days ago
  • Clackamas, OR
  • 14 days ago

Execute daily quality activities to assess incoming materials, work in-process / product runs, quality, labeling, final inspections, analysis and testing of finished products, and food safety related...

Senior Specialist Quality Assurance

  • Tigard, OR
  • 14 days ago
  • Tigard, OR
  • 14 days ago

Portland : 16125 SW 72nd Ave ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 15 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for...

Food Quality Assurance Associate

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 15 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 15 days ago

Company: US0052 Sysco Portland, Inc. Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 97070 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

Quality Assurance Technician - NSI

  • Sherwood, OR
  • 17 days ago
  • Sherwood, OR
  • 17 days ago

Quality Assurance Technician - NSI SUMMARY : This position is responsible for performing all necessary tasks to ensure the quality of our product....

Senior Specialist Quality Assurance

  • Portland, OR
  • 17 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 17 days ago

Assesses supplier capabilities through direct visits, technical discussions, directed testing and quality system audits....

Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Albany, OR
  • 21 days ago
  • Albany, OR
  • 21 days ago

Job Summary: Perform and monitor work that ensures company compliance with regulatory and legal requirements, as well as internal policies; work with management and staff to identify and manage...

Senior Incoming Quality Control Inspector II

  • Salem, OR
  • 23 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 23 days ago

programming/inspection experience; PC-DMIS and/or MicroVu experience a plus....

Quality Assurance Technician

  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 24 days ago
  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 24 days ago

Systems....

Quality Technician SSBO

  • Clackamas, OR
  • 24 days ago
  • Clackamas, OR
  • 24 days ago

Country United States of America State / County Oregon City Clackamas Division Structurals Company SSBO Function Quality Workplace Type On-Site Position type Full Time Opportunity ID 17346 Company...

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Salary for QA Technician Jobs in Oregon

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

QA Technicians in Oregon offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.5%
High School or GED
17.7%
Master's Degree
15.7%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
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 Oregon
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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