Role Description

Scientific > Quality Analyst

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51370.0000 63860.0000 79630.0000

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Short Description:

A Quality Analyst is responsible for ensuring that products or services meet established quality standards and customer expectations. They develop and implement quality control processes, conduct inspections, and identify areas for improvement within production or service workflows. The role involves analyzing data, performing audits, and working closely with teams to address any quality issues or discrepancies. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and an understanding of industry standards are essential for success in this role.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute test plans to ensure that all objectives are met.
  • Implement and monitor test scripts to assess functionality, reliability, performance, and quality of the service or product.
  • Identify and remedy defects within the production process.
  • Recommend, implement, and monitor preventative and corrective actions to ensure that quality assurance standards are achieved.
  • Compile and analyze statistical data.
  • Ensure that user expectations are met during the testing process.
  • Draft quality assurance policies and procedures.
  • Investigate customer complaints and product issues.
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with quality and industry regulatory requirements.

Skills / Requirements / Qualifications

  • Experience: Experience in quality inspection, auditing, and testing.
  • Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Computer Skills: Strong computer skills and knowledge of QA databases and applications.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail.

Job Zones

  • Title: Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
  • Education:  Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
  • Related Experience:  Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
  • Job Training:  Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
  • Job Zone Examples:  These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include hydroelectric production managers, travel guides, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, court reporters, and medical assistants.
  • SVP Range:  (6.0 to < 7.0)

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