Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs in Iowa

A Quality Consultant is a specialized professional who works within the quality control industry to ensure that a business' products, services, and internal processes meet established standards of quality. They are primarily responsible for evaluating and auditing an organization's processes, providing guidance and recommendations for improvement, assessing risks, and driving the implementation of quality management systems. They also perform training and development for the company's employees to understand and comply with quality standards. These consultants may also be involved in developing, implementing, and reviewing quality control policies and procedures.

Key skills for a Quality Consultant include analytical thinking, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and profound knowledge of quality control standards and procedures. They should also have a comprehensive understanding of project management and statistical analysis techniques. Quality Consultants should ideally possess certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Manager of Quality (CMQ), or Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB). Prior to becoming a Quality Consultant, individuals might have roles such as a Quality Control Analyst, Quality Assurance Specialist, or Quality Manager in manufacturing, engineering, or other industries where quality control is vital.

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Quality Engineer

  • Riceville, IA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Riceville, IA
  • 14 hours ago

About McNeilus, an Oshkosh Company McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies....

Quality Engineer, OFP Weld

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 18 hours ago

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and...

Quality Engineer

  • Davenport, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Quality Engineer (This is not a Software Engineering position) Location: Davenport, IA - Relocation assistance available FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Engineering - Precision metals...

Composites Advanced Quality Engineer/Zero Defect

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago

Summary** The Composites Advanced Quality Engineer will drive deployment of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) within the internal Additive manufacturing organization to ensure on-time...

Remote Work

Consultant, Quality Engineer (Nationwide Financial - Pet)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago

Test Automation Strategy: Create robust test automation using Tosca, Ruby/Cucumber, and Java/Selenium....

Quality Engineer II (Onsite)

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 6 days ago

Working with product design and specification, devises testing plans, methods, and equipment to assure reliability of product Collaborates internally to ensure quality standards are in effect....

Sr. Quality Engineer (Onsite)

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 6 days ago

Working with product design and specification, devises testing plans, methods, and equipment to assure reliability of product Collaborates internally to ensure quality standards are in effect....

Quality Engineer II (Onsite)

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 7 days ago

Working with product design and specification, devises testing plans, methods, and equipment to assure reliability of product Collaborates internally to ensure quality standards are in effect....

Sr. Quality Engineer (Onsite)

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 7 days ago

Working with product design and specification, devises testing plans, methods, and equipment to assure reliability of product Collaborates internally to ensure quality standards are in effect....

Customer Quality Engineer

  • Keosauqua, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Keosauqua, IA
  • 7 days ago

Our Story : Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and l eading our industry by...

Quality Engineer

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 14 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 14 days ago

HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we...

Technical Quality Engineer

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 20 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 20 days ago

TRIGO is seeking a full time Technical Quality Engineer in Dubuque, IA. Opportunity to enroll in group plan coverages, 1st of the month following 30 days, to include: Comprehensive Medical...

Quality Engineer

  • Eldridge, IA
  • 21 days ago
  • Eldridge, IA
  • 21 days ago

Close Quality Engineer Eldridge, Iowa Quality Engineering 166 days ago Apply Ensures quality systems, products, and processes meet internal, customer, and ISO 9001 requirements while improving...

Quality Engineer

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 23 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 23 days ago

Quality Engineer Regular Full Time Ankeny, IA, US 3 days ago Requisition ID: 1207 Job Description JOB TITLE: Quality Engineer LOCATION: Accumold REPORTS TO: Quality Manager FLSA: Exempt JOB...

Engineer, Quality

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 27 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 27 days ago

Company Description For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives, and creating meaningful memories for our customers. That, combined...

Demographic Data for Iowa

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Salary for Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs in Iowa

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireQualityControl research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Quality Assurance Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Quality Assurance Engineers in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.1%
Master's Degree
27.3%
High School or GED
8.5%
Associate's Degree
8.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Quality Assurance Engineers in Iowa
4-6 years
22.2%
Less than 1 year
22.2%
1-2 years
18.5%
2-4 years
18.5%
None
11.1%
6-8 years
7.4%



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