Quality Control Technician Jobs in Apex, NC

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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Specialist Quality Control

  • Holly Springs, NC (8 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Holly Springs, NC (8 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Innova Solutions has a client that is immediately hiring a Specialist Quality Control. Position type: Full-time - ContractDuration: 12 MonthsLocation: Holly Springs, NC As an Specialist Quality...

Specialist Quality Control

  • Holly Springs, NC (8 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Holly Springs, NC (8 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Specialist Quality Control Location: Holly Springs, NC Job Summary: The Specialist Quality Control will offer Subject Matter Expert (SME) oversight for EM Performance Qualifications, EM Risk...

Cell & Gene Therapy QC Associate

  • Cary, NC (8 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cary, NC (8 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Cell & Gene Therapy QC Associate Location: Research Triangular Park, NC Responsibilities: Perform aseptic cell therapy operations including cell expansion, harvesting, and cryopreservation in a...

Specialist, Quality Control-1

  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description GENERAL SUMMARY : Our company is expanding its global Bacillus Calmette Guerin (BCG) vaccine production by adding an end-to-end laboratory capability located in the Durham, NC...

Specialist Quality Control

  • Holly Springs, NC (8 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Holly Springs, NC (8 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Payrate: $40.00- $50.00/hr. Summary: The Specialist Quality Control will report directly to the Senior Manager, QC Microbiology, providing support for the startup of the Environmental Monitoring...

QC Associate 1, Environmental Monitoring (Wednesday - Saturday 10am - 8pm)

  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 5 days ago

systems Identifies and solves problems while consulting and under the direction of management Participates in project developments from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with organizational...

Quality Control Technician II

  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Some knowledge and understanding of pertinent quality system regulations/requirements (i.e....

Specialist Quality Control

  • Apex, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Apex, NC
  • 6 days ago

jobs life, physical, and social science occupations specialist quality control specialist quality control. apex, north carolina posted 1 day ago job details summary $35 - $42.21 per hour contract...

Quality Control Associate Day Shift

  • Sanford, NC (20 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sanford, NC (20 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 6 days ago

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely inventory counts, managing stock levels, and maintaining the integrity of inventory records. This role involves...

Quality Control Associate - Freshpoint Raleigh (R167138)

  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Quality Control Associate - Freshpoint Raleigh (R167138) Job Employer Name: Samantha SchaafSpiderID: 13865154 Location: Morrisville, North CarolinaDate Posted: 10/18/2024 Wage: Doe/HourlyCategory:...

QC Specialist (CMC/GMP)

  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 6 days ago

At BioAgilytix, we are passionate about premier science and the impact it has on our world. Our team of highly experienced scientists and professionals deliver tailored services for supporting new...

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QC Associate 1, Environmental Monitoring (Sunday - Wednesday 10am - 8pm)

  • Research Triangle Park, NC (14 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Research Triangle Park, NC (14 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 7 days ago

systems Identifies and solves problems while consulting and under the direction of management Participates in project developments from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with organizational...

QC Associate 1, Environmental Monitoring (Wednesday - Saturday 10am - 8pm)

  • Research Triangle Park, NC (14 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Research Triangle Park, NC (14 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 7 days ago

systems Identifies and solves problems while consulting and under the direction of management Participates in project developments from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with organizational...

QC Specialist I Raw Material Specifications and VCNs

  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 7 days ago

At KBI Biopharma, we are advancing science and accelerating breakthroughs. As a global leader in biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing, we empower life science companies to bring new...

Quality Control Specialist I/II

  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Apex, NC)
  • 14 days ago

About Kriya Kriya is a biopharmaceutical company whose mission is to develop life-changing gene therapies for diseases affecting millions of patients around the world. We leverage our proprietary...

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Salary for Quality Control Technician Jobs in Apex, NC

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Technicians in Apex, NC 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
12.3%
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 Apex, NC
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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