QC Director Jobs in Columbia, MD

A Quality Control Technician plays a crucial role in the quality control industry, ensuring that products and services meet the established standards of quality including reliability, usability, and performance. Their key responsibilities include inspecting materials, products, or systems to identify defects or deviations, conducting tests and measurements using specific tools, maintaining records of testing results, and implementing corrective actions when necessary. They also recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.

For this role, technical skills are crucial, such as understanding of statistical quality control, proficiency in MS Office and database systems, and familiarity with blueprints and technical documents. A Bachelor's degree in Quality, Industrial Engineering or a related field is often required. Additionally, certifications such as Certified Quality Technician (CQT) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) can greatly enhance employment prospects. Prior to becoming a Quality Control Technician, a person may have roles such as Quality Control Inspector, Production Operator, or Laboratory Technician, which provide hands-on experience in product inspection and quality assurance.

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Director of Quality and Risk Management - Hospital & Skilled Nursing Facility (26772)

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 hours ago

The Licensed Nurse Director of Quality Management provides education to medical staff, hospital staff, skilled nursing staff, and Governing Body....

Quality Manager (Tissue)

  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

The Manager of Quality Assurance & Quality Control is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the quality system and process compliance activities, daily, including the monitoring of inspectional...

Quality Control Manager/SSHO

  • Crofton, MD (17 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Crofton, MD (17 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Quality Control Manager/SSHO Job Description We are seeking a Quality Control Manager to oversee various construction projects at military installations within the Maryland and DC...

Radiology Manager of Quality, Safety, and Ultrasound

  • Towson, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Towson, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Licensures, Certifications Certification through American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Certification in Quality Management...

Quality Management and Business Process Analyst NEW

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

quality management standards....

Senior Manager, Operations Quality Management

  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

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Manager, Quality Engineering

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

As a Sr. Quality Engineer specializing in artificial intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies, you will actively engage in your AI/ML craft, taking a hands-on approach to multiple...

Senior Manager, Quality

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Proven experience in Quality Management and Leadership roles. Extensive experience in quality management within a healthcare or chronic disease management setting, preferably in kidney care....

Senior Director, Quality Engineering

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview: At Zoominfo, we move fast because we believe moving fast is one of our top competitive advantages. As the Head of Quality Engineering at ZoomInfo, you will be responsible for...

Quality Manager

  • Rosedale, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rosedale, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Responsible for maintaining a continuous training program on the elements of the Quality Management System....

Quality Management and Business Process Analyst

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago

compliance with quality management standards....

Director of Quality Control

  • Columbia, MD
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 10 days ago

Location: Columbia, MD Salary: $100,000.00 USD Annually - $125,000.00 USD Annually Description: JOB SUMMARY: The Director of Quality Control plays a vital role in maintaining the quality and...

Quality Manager - Helpdesk

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Quality Management Expertise: - Experience in managing quality assurance activities for large-scale contracts. - Ability to develop and apply efficient procedures for quality assurance actions under...

Risk/Quality Manager

  • Tysons Corner, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago

About DMI DMI is a leading provider of digital services and technology solutions, headquartered in Tysons Corner, VA. With a focus on end-to-end managed IT services, including managed mobility,...

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Regional Quality Manager- North American Operations

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 days ago

. + Support as required in Supplier Quality for the region....

Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

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Salary for QC Director Jobs in Columbia, MD

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Highest Education Level

QC Directors in Columbia, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.3%
Master's Degree
25.9%
High School or GED
10.5%
Associate's Degree
9.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.6%
Doctorate Degree
3.3%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by QC Directors in Columbia, MD
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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