Quality Assurance Technician Jobs in Acton, MA

A Field Engineer in the quality control industry is responsible for overseeing, inspecting, and assessing the quality of products, processes, and systems to ensure they meet the required standards and regulations. They carry out site visits, perform tests, analyze data, and write reports on their findings. Additionally, they may also be tasked with troubleshooting and fixing problems identified during inspections. Their role is crucial in preventing defects, reducing manufacturing costs, ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining a company's reputation.

To be successful, a Field Engineer should have a strong understanding of quality control methods and regulations, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently. They also need good communication skills to effectively report their findings and suggest improvements. A Field Engineer should have a degree in engineering or a related field. Certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) are also beneficial. Prior to becoming a Field Engineer, a person may have roles as a Quality Control Inspector, Junior Engineer, or Process Engineer.

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Smyth Companies

Operational Excellence Manager

Smyth-Boston is seeking candidates who take pride in what they do, love being part of something great, enjoy learning, teaching and creating new opportunities for our employees and customers. From...

Quality Assurance Technician - UniClean

  • Hudson, NH (16 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hudson, NH (16 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Responsibilities: Report on the performance of the quality system to the Division Quality Assurance Manager and Location Manager as a basis for improvement....

PLS QA Specialist II

  • Woburn, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Woburn, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 15 hours ago

Proficiency in quality management systems and software....

Document Control/QA Associate I

  • Hopkinton, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Hopkinton, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 hours ago

This position is responsible to actively participate in the Repligen ISO 9001 Quality Management System....

Lead Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Hanscom AFB, MA (8 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hanscom AFB, MA (8 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Evaluates supplier quality systems using data validation, post-award first article meetings, and suppliers test reports, then recommends dis/approval to contracting officers....

Environmental Quality Assurance Specialist, Environment Testing

  • Ayer, MA (7 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ayer, MA (7 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Lead Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Hanscom AFB, MA (8 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hanscom AFB, MA (8 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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

QA Technician

  • North Reading, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Reading, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician (QAT) to join our Robotics and Development Center (RDC)....

Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Quality Assurance Specialist Digital Prospectors Yesterday Secret Early Career (2+ yrs experience) $100,000 - $125,000 No Traveling IT - Software Remote/HybridBoston, MA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Position:...

Quality Assurance Associate - Now Hiring

  • Chelmsford, MA (6 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA (6 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Ready to put your skills as a reliable, detail-oriented professional to use and grow in your career? We're hiring quality assurance (QA) specialists and technicians right now. What's in it for...

QA Associate

  • Andover, MA (16 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Andover, MA (16 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

This role supports Operations including batch record review, document review, and disposition activities....

Specialist, Quality Assurance Operations

  • Devens, MA (9 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Devens, MA (9 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

450447BR** **Auto req ID:** 450447BR **Company:** Bristol Myers Sqibb BMS **Job Code:** Pharmaceutical Pharmaceutical **Job Description:** **_ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS_** - Our...

Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 9 days ago

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Specialist. This role single-handedly audits the ASM team members who support the various stages of order processing for a...

Principal Specialist, Quality Assurance - Finance Operations

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 10 days ago

_What the Risk and Controls team within Global Financial Shared Services contributes to Cardinal Health_** The Risk and Controls team within Global Financial Shared Services is responsible for...

Technician 2, Quality Technician

  • Wilmington, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Come join Analog Devices (ADI) a place where Innovation meets Impact. For more than 55 years, Analog Devices has been inventing new breakthrough technologies that transform lives. At ADI you will...

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Salary for Quality Assurance Technician Jobs in Acton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Quality Assurance Technicians in Acton, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.6%
High School or GED
17.6%
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 Quality Assurance Technicians in Acton, MA
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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