Quality Control Technician Jobs in Somerset, NJ

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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Lab Support Specialist QC

  • Raritan, NJ (7 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Raritan, NJ (7 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments...

Senior Lab Technician, Quality Control - Sensory - Somerset, NJ

  • Somerset, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerset, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Sr. Laboratory Technician, Quality Control, Perfumery Somerset, NJ, US On-Site / 2nd Shift (2:00pm to 10:30pm) We are seeking an experienced Sr. Laboratory Technician, Quality Control, Perfumery...

QC Specialist, Lab Services

  • Raritan, NJ (7 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raritan, NJ (7 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

systems Proficient with using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, and Powerpoint), and LIMS Other: This position may require up to 10% domestic travel....

QC Associate (Co-op) - Microbiology Testing (4888)

  • Cranbury, NJ (12 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (12 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary The QC Micro Associate (Co-op) is responsible for the quality and on-time completion of micro tests, microbiology laboratory inventory management to the various testing sections. This...

Quality Control Technician (Cosmetics)

  • North Brunswick, NJ (4 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ (4 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Their team is now looking for a Quality Control Technician (Cosmetics)....

Quality Assurance - IDL - Quality Control Technician

  • Linden, NJ (16 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Linden, NJ (16 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

General Job Description** The pay band for this role is $19.00-21.00/hr. FreshRealmis looking for Quality Control Technicianin our Fulfillment Center to inspect and ensure that all ingredients and...

IDCS Quality Control Technician

  • Piscataway, NJ (4 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (4 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 29 days ago

Job Summary The IDCS Quality Control Technician performs detailed quality checks throughout the build process, ensuring configurations meet customer expectations by reviewing documentation and performing...

Food Plant Quality Control Technicians

  • Flemington, NJ (18 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Flemington, NJ (18 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Food Plant Quality Control Technicians Johanna Foods Inc. - 2.5 Flemington, NJ Job Details Full-time Up to $21 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance...

Quality Control Technician (2nd & 3rd Shift)

  • Monroe Township, NJ (12 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Monroe Township, NJ (12 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Description The Quality Control Technician will play a critical role in ensuring products are packaged correctly and meet quality standards before they are shipped to customers....

Demographic Data for Somerset, NJ

Moving to Somerset, NJ? Find some basic demographic data about Somerset, NJ below.


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Salary for Quality Control Technician Jobs in Somerset, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Technicians in Somerset, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.4%
High School or GED
19.9%
Associate's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
12.5%
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 Somerset, NJ
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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