Quality Assurance Director Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

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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Associate Director, Quality Assurance Team Lead

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

strategic use of AI technologies to drive efficiencies Develop and implement comprehensive QA strategies and plans that align with KPMG's quality standards and compliance requirements, ensuring robust quality...

Construction Deputy Quality Assurance Manager

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Contributes to the development of staffing plans and supervises staff necessary to complete assignments Contributes to the development of Quality Management Plans (QMS) and quality...

Construction Deputy Quality Assurance Manager

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Contributes to the development of staffing plans and supervises staff necessary to complete assignments Contributes to the development of Quality Management Plans (QMS) and quality...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 7 days ago

You will ensure the effective implementation of our QMS and proactively improve our quality systems so that we are successful in achieving our shared goals....

Quality and Compliance Manager

  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 17 days ago

Direct experience with developing and implementing quality management systems is highly desirable....

Branch/Regional Quality Assurance Manager

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 22 days ago

Manage Quality Management System for the branch. Oversight of local Quality Assurance Technicians/NDT Technicians. Ensuring that Production and QA personnel are working to standards and drawings....

QA Manager with NDT Level II VT Certification - Navy Contracts (4485)

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 60+ days ago

Strong understanding of quality management systems (QMS), ISO standards, and relevant industry codes (e.g., ASME, ASTM, API)....

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Salary for Quality Assurance Director Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

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Highest Education Level

Quality Assurance Directors in Chesapeake, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.5%
Master's Degree
27.5%
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 Quality Assurance Directors in Chesapeake, 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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