Quality Control Technician Jobs in Virginia

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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Credit Policy QC Specialist with Sharepoint

  • McLean, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 1 hour ago

At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and its at the core of everything we do. Since our charter in 1970, we have made home possible for more than 90 million...

Distribution PMO Quality Control Specialist

  • VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • VA
  • 15 hours ago

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer Overview: The Distribution Quality Control Specialist is responsible for managing the quality program under the Distribution Expeditionary Capabilities...

Home Mortgage Loss Mitigation QA/QC Specialist

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 1 day ago

Description As the Quality Assurance Analyst, you will participate, in a team environment, to define the target state for monitoring and testing for assigned products, processes and services....

Quality Control Specialist

  • Winchester, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 1 day ago

We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality....

QC Lab Technician

  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 2 days ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Job Summary The QC Lab Technician position...

REL Quality Control Specialist I

  • Winchester, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 5 days ago

systems/technology Exhibit commitment to organizational success and members and/or internal customers' satisfaction Identify and resolve operational and performance gaps and obstacles; recommend changes...

Quality Control Technician (DAY shift)

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 5 days ago

We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Quality Control Technician. This role is based in our facility in Lynchburg, Virginia, and reports to the Quality Control Supervisor....

Quality Control Lab Technician

  • Wakefield, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Wakefield, VA
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities This non-exempt position adheres to a Quality Control System, which complies with federal, state and local construction specifications for the asphalt plant products. Runs daily...

Quality Control Technician (Secret+)

  • Arlington, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 6 days ago

F Quality Control Technician (Secret+) Figure Eight Federal LLC View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Today Secret Unspecified Unspecified Engineering - Systems Arlington, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE)Saint...

NOW HIRING: Quality Control Associate Electrical Warehouse

  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago

NOW HIRING: Quality Control Associate - Electrical Warehouse Industrial & Manufacturing $ 19 - $ 23 / Hour location_on Richmond, Virginia work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON...

Quality Control Tech

  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 6 days ago

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM Job Purpose: This position is primarily responsible for the quality control inspections and procedures in all operational departments and assisting...

Quality Control Specialist

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 10 days ago

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB Under general supervision, this position reviews all National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) entries, modifications, and...

Quality Control Specialist

  • Winchester, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 10 days ago

Systems, Internal Controls, and Financial Services Operations Background in Training and Staff Development Experience supervising or mentoring team members Ability to influence and guide team performance...

Quality Control Technician - GSE

  • Dulles, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Dulles, VA
  • 11 days ago

Responsible for directing daily workflow, reviewing completed work orders, and inspecting Mechanics work. Assists in instructing mechanics on work procedures. Inspecting and identifying defective...

Special Projects QA/QC Technician

  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 days ago

The Special Projects QA/QC Technician plays a key role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of commercial and industrial solar energy systems. This position supports the execution...

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Quality Control Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Quality Control Technician Jobs in Virginia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Technicians in Virginia 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
1.5%
Some High School
0.4%

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