Occupation information for Quality Control Analysts District Of Columbia

description

Conduct tests to determine quality of raw materials, bulk intermediate and finished products. May conduct stability sample tests.

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Currently Employed: Not Available

Projected Annual Job Openings: Not Available

Typical Hourly Wage: $23.70 - $30.83

Typical Annual Salary: $49,300 - $64,130

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: Associate's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods, or stability samples.
  • Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
  • Calibrate, validate, or maintain laboratory equipment.
  • Ensure that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
  • Perform visual inspections of finished products.
  • Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures, including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms.
  • Compile laboratory test data and perform appropriate analyses.
  • Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems.
  • Write technical reports or documentation, such as deviation reports, testing protocols, and trend analyses.
  • Investigate or report questionable test results.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Force or torque sensors
  • Spectrophotometers
  • Tension testers
  • Thickness measuring devices
  • Ultrasonic examination equipment

Technology:
  • Analytical or scientific software
  • Data base user interface and query software
  • Development environment software
  • Program testing software
  • Web platform development software