Quality Control Technician Jobs in Salem, NH

A Quality Control Technician plays a crucial role in the quality control industry, ensuring that products and services meet the established standards of quality including reliability, usability, and performance. Their key responsibilities include inspecting materials, products, or systems to identify defects or deviations, conducting tests and measurements using specific tools, maintaining records of testing results, and implementing corrective actions when necessary. They also recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.

For this role, technical skills are crucial, such as understanding of statistical quality control, proficiency in MS Office and database systems, and familiarity with blueprints and technical documents. A Bachelor's degree in Quality, Industrial Engineering or a related field is often required. Additionally, certifications such as Certified Quality Technician (CQT) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) can greatly enhance employment prospects. Prior to becoming a Quality Control Technician, a person may have roles such as Quality Control Inspector, Production Operator, or Laboratory Technician, which provide hands-on experience in product inspection and quality assurance.

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Quality Control Technician

  • Bedford, NH (18 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bedford, NH (18 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 5 days ago

Able to operate already established CMM programs. Not a comprehensive list of duties....

Quality Control Technician (Temp to Hire)

  • Manchester, NH (18 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Manchester, NH (18 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 5 days ago

Its a great time to join Velcro Companies! Job Objective: To test, review, document and release raw materials and final product using internal and/or customer supplied methodology and...

QA/QC Technician

  • Danvers, MA (20 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Danvers, MA (20 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description: Our Quality team plays an important role in our business operations and success. As a Plexus QC Technician, you will get to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment,...

Senior Technician - QC Microbiology (First Shift)

  • Chelmsford, MA (15 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA (15 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 11 days ago

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses,...

Quality Control Specialist

  • Billerica, MA (17 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 18 days ago
  • Billerica, MA (17 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 18 days ago

Close Quality Control Specialist Billerica, Massachusetts Quality Engineering 202 days ago Apply Summary: Seeking a Quality Control Specialist to ensure compliance with QMS and customer...

Quality Control Associate III

  • Londonderry, NH (9 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 22 days ago
  • Londonderry, NH (9 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 22 days ago

Westaff is looking for a Quality Control Associate for our client in Londonderry! 7:30am-4pm Tues-Sat Payrate: $22.50 Professional - Inspect upwards of 800 parts daily. Determine defects in parts....

Quality Control Associate

  • Manchester, NH (18 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 22 days ago
  • Manchester, NH (18 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 22 days ago

QUALITY CONTROL ASSOCIATE Do you have a passion for precision and excellence? At Grimco, our people are our purpose. As a member of our manufacturing team, you'll play a crucial role in upholding...

Quality Control Associate Manchester, NH, US Yesterday

  • Manchester, NH (18 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 23 days ago
  • Manchester, NH (18 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 23 days ago

Quality Control Associate Manchester, NH, US Yesterday Requisition ID: 2706 QUALITY CONTROL ASSOCIATE Do you have a passion for precision and excellence At Grimco, our people are our purpose. As a...

Quality Control Technician I

  • Beverly, MA (24 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beverly, MA (24 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

The Quality Control Technician I perform assays on products to ensure product quality standards are met....

Quality Control Technician 1: 3rd Shift

  • Salisbury, MA (18 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salisbury, MA (18 miles from Salem, NH)
  • 45+ days ago

POSITION TITLE / LOCATION: Quality Control Technician I: 3rd Shift / Salisbury, MA TITULO DEL PUESTO / UBICACION: Tecnico de Control de Calidad I: 3er turno / Salisbury, MA JOB CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt...

Demographic Data for Salem, NH

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Salary for Quality Control Technician Jobs in Salem, NH

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Technicians in Salem, NH offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.3%
High School or GED
20.0%
Associate's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
12.4%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Quality Control Technicians in Salem, NH
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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