Quality Assurance Director Jobs in Waltham, MA

A Quality Assurance Director in the quality control industry is primarily responsible for managing and implementing the systems needed to ensure the quality of products or services. They oversee the planning, development and implementation of inspection systems and procedures to ensure that quality standards are met across the organization. In addition, they work closely with other departments such as production and purchasing to formulate quality control policies. They are also tasked with monitoring performance by gathering relevant data, producing statistical reports and making necessary adjustments in processes or systems.

Important skills for a Quality Assurance Director include good leadership and communication skills, ability to analyze data and make decisions, knowledge of quality assurance terminology, tools, and methodologies, and familiarity with industry regulations. Certifications such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) can enhance their credibility. Prior roles that can lead up to becoming a Quality Assurance Director include Quality Assurance Manager, Quality Control Supervisor, and Quality Assurance Specialist.

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Nestlé Health Science

Product Quality Assurance Coordinator (Vitamins/Supplements)

. • Analyze data to identify areas for improvement in the quality system. • Assist in corrective and preventive action process management. • Assure ongoing compliance with quality and industry regulatory...

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Director, Quality Assurance GCP

  • Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc.
  • Needham, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Needham, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Responsibilities: Lead and manage quality oversight of the Company's GLP programs, including the GLP audit program, collaborating with Quality Systems to develop an annual GLP audit plan....

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Manager/Sr. Manager QA Supply Chain

  • Oruka Therapeutics, Inc.
  • Waltham, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 1 day ago

Experience with comparator sourcing and depot management. Familiarity with electronic quality systems (eQMS) and IRT platforms. Experience participating in regulatory inspections....

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Director, Quality Management Systems

  • Dyne Therapeutics, Inc.
  • Waltham, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 1 day ago

Role Summary: The Director, Quality Management Systems is a quality leader responsible for designing, scaling, and advancing a global Quality Management System (QMS) that supports Dyne's transition...

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Manager, Quality Assurance Operations

  • bluebird bio, Inc.
  • Somerville, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Somerville, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 4 days ago

management of deviations and investigations Strong, compliant oversight of CMO operations and quality systems Effective cross-functional collaboration and governance leadership Continuous improvement...

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Manager, QA Operations Disposition

  • bluebird bio, Inc.
  • Somerville, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Somerville, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Maintain accurate records within electronic quality systems, including document management, deviations, and change control workflows....

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QA Manager- Finished Goods Commercial

  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description General Summary: The Quality Manager provides oversight of department activities, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and regulatory requirements. This includes managing...

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Quality Assurance Manager

  • Ardelyx
  • Waltham, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 7 days ago

This role will be deeply engaged in day-to-day quality operations, including batch record review, product disposition, investigations, quality agreements, and quality systems support....

Hybrid

Manager - QA/QC

  • Jacobs
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Management System (PQMS) aligned with ISO 9001 and client standards....

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Permanent Non-Clinical - Administrative Quality Assurance Manager

  • Aya Healthcare
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Permanent Non-Clinical - Administrative Quality Assurance Manager job in Boston, Massachusetts paying $59.00 to $85.00 per hour. This is a week...

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Manager, Quality Assurance

  • Pearson
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 12 days ago

The Quality Assurance Manager owns the quality assurance program and day-to-day execution of monitoring across the Lead Nurture (LN), Family Enrollment Center (FEC), Customer Enrollment Resolution...

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Clinical Quality Assurance Coordinator (

  • IME Resources LLC
  • Norwood, MA (15 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Norwood, MA (15 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Description Are you looking for a position that is challenging, will keep your clinical skills sharp, but doing so from the comfort of home? MES Solutions is seeking a self-motivated,...

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Quality Assurance Lead - 3rd shift

  • Champion Foods
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Job Summary: This position is a working lead that monitors internal and external procedures, policies and regulations to ensure quality, safety and legal standards are maintained. Provide...

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Manager, Quality Assurance

  • Rhythm Pharmaceuticals
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Utilizes GMP-regulated quality management systems, including document control, change control, deviations/complaints, and corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs)....

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Director of Quality Management (RN) Relocation Assistance Stoughton Specialty

  • Pam Health
  • Stoughton, MA (20 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Stoughton, MA (20 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Prior quality management experience preferred....

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Salary for Quality Assurance Director Jobs in Waltham, MA

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Highest Education Level

Quality Assurance Directors in Waltham, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.7%
Master's Degree
27.6%
High School or GED
9.2%
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 Quality Assurance Directors in Waltham, MA
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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