Quality Control Analysts

Bright outlookJob zone 3: medium preparationO*NET 19-4099.01

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median pay per year, San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX

$28k10th$50kMedian$81k90th

New workers start near $28,030; experienced workers reach $81,260. About 500 people do this job in San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX.

Job outlook

Alamo region (San Antonio and 12 surrounding counties), Texas Workforce Commission projection 2024 to 2034; U.S. figures from the BLS.

Employment change: +14.5%; Alamo region, 613 to 702 jobs · U.S. +4%
Openings a year: 89; in the Alamo region, from growth and people leaving · U.S. 10,600
Employed in 2024: 613; in the Alamo region · U.S. 83,200

Typical entry education: Associate's degree

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

Train other analysts to perform laboratory procedures and assays.
Perform visual inspections of finished products.
Serve as a technical liaison between quality control and other departments, vendors, or contractors.
Participate in internal assessments and audits as required.
Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems.
Ensure that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.

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Job zone 3, medium preparation: Training, an associate degree, or a few years of related experience.

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