Quality Assurance Technician Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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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Quality Assurance Technician

  • Virtual Company
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago

DCS is searching for a performancedriven Quality Assurance Technician to support US Army programs....

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Quality Technician II - Swing Shift

  • Milgard Manufacturing LLC
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 6 days ago

The position plays a critical role in supporting production through inspection, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with company quality systems....

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(Quality Technician)-End of Line Inspector-2nd shift

  • Cornerstone Building Brands
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Company DescriptionCornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in...

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Food Safety Quality Technician

  • Schwartz Brothers Restaurants
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 14 days ago

Schwartz Brothers Restaurants is a locally owned and operated, innovative business with strong community involvement, offering our guests consistent high-quality products and service at a fair...

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Quality Technician

  • Sonaca
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Identify gaps in efficient process workflow and suggest steps for supplier quality process improvement. Analyze non-compliance issues and make recommendations based on findings....

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Quality Technician

  • Davis Wire Corporation
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Quality Technician Davis Wire Corporation - 2.9 Kent, WA Job Details $23 - $26 an hour 11 hours ago Qualifications Statistics Some college Finished product defect inspection Report writing...

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End of Line Inspector (Quality Technician)-Days

  • Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc.
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

End of Line Inspector (Quality Technician)-Days Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc. - Auburn, WA Posted: 4/23/2026 - Expires: 7/22/2026 Job ID: 293366539 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job...

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Quality Technician 1

  • Carlisle
  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary Ability to perform various quality control test on products to verify that all products meet or exceed minimum UL Requirements. Ability to perform inspection on cutting lines,...

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Quality Technician I

  • Milgard Manufacturing LLC
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Quality Technician III - Grave Shift Fife, WA | 6 PM-6 AM (2-2-3 schedule) $25-$33/hr + $2/hr differential | OT may be required We're hiring a Quality Technician III to support Pultrusion and...

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Quality Technician II ( Days)

  • Cornerstone Building Brands
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

JOB DETAILSBase Pay: $22.50 - $25.50 per hourShift: Day Shift, 4:00 AM - 2:30 PMShoe Voucher/ReimbursementDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Quality Assurance Technician II tests and inspects products...

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End of Line Inspector (Quality Technician)-2nd shift

  • Cornerstone Building Brands
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

End of Line Inspector (Quality Technician)-2nd shift Cornerstone Building Brands $22.50 - 23.50 life insurance, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Washington, Auburn 5001...

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Quality Assurance Technician

  • Keltia Design, Inc
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

We are always looking forward to receiving resumes from candidates with skills and technical experience in the aerospace sector. We are very happy to receive speculative resumes if you are looking...

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Demographic Data for Tacoma, WA

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Salary for Quality Assurance Technician Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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Highest Education Level

Quality Assurance Technicians in Tacoma, WA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.7%
High School or GED
17.3%
Master's Degree
15.9%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
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 Tacoma, WA
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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