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Abbott

Director Quality Assurance

Casa Grande, AZ · On-site

Job Title Director Quality Assurance The Opportunity The Director Quality Assurance is responsible ... Provides a Quality Engineering function to identify and implement statistically driven quality ...

Abbott

Director Quality Assurance

Casa Grande, AZ · On-site

Job Title Director Quality Assurance The Opportunity The Director Quality Assurance is responsible ... Provides a Quality Engineering function to identify and implement statistically driven quality ...

Abbott

Director Quality Assurance

Casa Grande, AZ · On-site

Job Title Director Quality Assurance The Opportunity The Director Quality Assurance is responsible ... Provides a Quality Engineering function to identify and implement statistically driven quality ...

Willmeng Construction

Director QA/QC

Phoenix, AZ

The Role As Director of QA/QC, you will lead and manage the development of a company-wide quality ... Engineers, Project Managers, craftsmen, and trade partners. * Coordinate preconstruction quality ...

Jobtailor

Quality Engineer, Customer Quality

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$85 - $110/hr

Uphold quality compliance and ethical behavior, and coach direct reports on compliance and ethical practices Requirements * Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field (required) * At least 4 ...

Belcan

Quality Engineer

Prescott, AZ · On-site

$42 - $52/hr

Work to be performed onsite at client facility embedded within engineering operations with opportunity for direct hire. Qualified candidates will have experience in non-conformance, MRB, and quality ...

Ralliant

Quality Assurance Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

Education and Experience • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline ... direct interaction with customers and cross-functional program teams. • Strong working knowledge ...

Titan Circuits

Quality Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

This role works directly with Production Engineering, Operations, and the Quality Supervisor to ... Direct & Clear Communicator: Provides factual assessments and clear expectations. * Urgency: Moves ...

Acara Solutions

Quality Engineer

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$33/hr

May direct the work of other lower-level professionals in the context of a project, process, or ... Work requires elementary use or application of engineering principles, theories, and concepts.

Ralliant

Quality Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$70K - $91K/yr

Director of Quality U.S. Citizenship Requirement: Due to U.S. Government contract requirements ... Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience. • ...

Ralliant

Quality Assurance Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

What You'll Do • Provide day-to-day quality engineering support to manufacturing operations to ... influence without direct authority. • Strong communication, problem-solving, and project ...

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How much do director quality engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for director quality engineering in Arizona is $117,046.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,800.00 and $140,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director quality engineering?

To thrive as a Director of Quality Engineering, you need a strong background in quality assurance methodologies, leadership experience, and a relevant degree such as engineering or computer science. Familiarity with tools like Selenium, Jenkins, Jira, and knowledge of ISO or Six Sigma certifications are typically expected. Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and team management skills help drive quality initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement. These skills are essential for ensuring product excellence, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency within the organization.

How does a director quality engineering typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality initiatives?

A Director of Quality Engineering works closely with product management, development, operations, and customer support teams to ensure quality standards are embedded throughout the product lifecycle. This role often leads quality strategy discussions, sets up cross-team quality metrics, and facilitates regular meetings to address potential quality risks. Effective collaboration involves aligning testing processes with release schedules and ensuring feedback loops between engineering and quality assurance. Building strong partnerships across departments is crucial for proactively identifying issues and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

What is the difference between Director Quality Engineering vs Quality Manager?

AspectDirector Quality EngineeringQuality Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees quality engineering teams, develops quality strategies, and ensures product quality at a strategic level.Manages daily quality operations, implements quality control processes, and supervises quality staff.
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, Quality Management certifications (e.g., CQE), extensive industry experience.Bachelor's in related field, quality certifications (e.g., CQE, Six Sigma), relevant experience.
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, cross-department collaboration, leadership roles in engineering teams.Operational focus, hands-on quality inspections, process implementation.

The main difference is that the Director of Quality Engineering focuses on strategic leadership and long-term quality initiatives, while the Quality Manager handles daily quality operations and process management. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in scope and focus within the quality management hierarchy.

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Infographic showing various Director Quality Engineering job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,046 per year, or $56.3 per hour.

Director Quality Assurance

Abbott

Casa Grande, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 29 days ago

Abbott rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 138 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

170th of 544 rated manufacturers

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
WORKING AT ABBOTT:
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:
  • Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
  • Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
  • An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
  • Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree
  • A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
  • A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

Job Title
Director Quality Assurance
The Opportunity
The Director Quality Assurance is responsible for managing the Quality Assurance Department and the Quality System to achieve compliance with Corporate and Division requirements for the Casa Grande, AZ site. They are responsible for leading the compliance inspections and fostering a culture of Quality and Food Safety. The Director Quality Assurance will oversee cGMP, site quality standards and corresponding risk assessments and QA change control processes related to the manufacturing, testing, and release of a variety of nutritional products.
What You'll Work On
  • Establishes and implements Quality Assurance procedures for inspecting and controlling raw or packing materials and assaying in-process and finished product to insure that all products generated conform to predetermined Corporate/Division standards and specifications. Provides direction to assure that the facilities have the system knowledge, capabilities and practices to comply with all internal Quality Assurance and Food Safety policies and procedures in addition to all pertinent FDA, USDA, State and customer requirements.
  • Ensure Food Quality and Food Safety Plans are current, relevant and are being followed and implemented. Ensure all HACCPs are appropriate and records are complete and accurate. Monitor CAPA Programs to ensure Root Cause analysis is performed and timely closure.
  • Lead the quality activities at the site ensuring the appropriate staffing is available at all times and skills and competencies are consistent with present and future needs. Conducts value analyses to optimize use of these resources. Reviews performance of the department and personnel against approved objectives, budgets and plans, and takes necessary remedial actions.
  • Monitors, audits and approves facilities and manufacturing operations for conformance with established procedures and requirements of the Corporate and Governmental GMPs, such as Low Acid Food and Infant Formula Regulations.
  • Insures maintenance of required records and documents, including formula test results, inspections, file samples, vendor performance, product complaints, product disposition, state and federal regulations.
  • Interfaces directly with the FDA, USDA, and various global, state and local agencies. Interfaces with external suppliers and vendors as well as external government and industry forums. Monitors and reports on activities of the plant Quality System to Division QA. Drive Continuous Improvement using Quality Analytics to monitor leading and lagging indicators of Quality and Food Safety.
  • Supports plant and Division activities in introducing new products through the plant and clinical products for testing and data evaluation. Supports major plant project expansions and new products to assure proper technical input and regulatory requirements are met.
  • Management responsibility for complex laboratories which include chemical, biological, sterility and environmental testing.
  • Interfaces with appropriate Division QA functions and key stakeholders to understand and troubleshoot product complaints and improve customer service/product performance.
  • Provides a Quality Engineering function to identify and implement statistically driven quality programs (SPC) as well as to provide assistance in continuous improvement in all manufacturing areas. Coordinates or aids in problem evaluation and problem solving. Responsible for QA oversite and approval of validation protocols, programs and reports which includes: process, cleaning, equipment, and computerized systems. Ensures the validation program is consistent with AN validation policy.
  • Provides a Vendor Quality function to assure that suppliers have appropriate quality systems and process controls to guarantee the delivery of usable inventories of the needed quality.
  • Conducts performance reviews; develops growth plans; interprets, implements and supports employee-related policies, procedures and programs. Assigns projects/tasks to direct staff.
  • Assures compliance to all procedures and policies concerning all areas of quality, regulatory, safety and human resources for all departments

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree + 16 years' experience
  • 10+ years of experience in Quality Assurance within food or FDA Regulated manufacturing
  • 5+ years of management experience.
  • Cross functional experience in operations, engineering or alternate technical function in addition to quality leadership.
  • Management of external regulatory inspections, audits, and experience liaising with competent authorities
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate and develop employees.
  • Ability to motivate all departments to produce quality products.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master Degree preferred

APPLY NOW:
Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal
The base pay for this position is
$171,300.00 - $342,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Operations Quality
DIVISION:
ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain
LOCATION:
United States > Casa Grande : Plant
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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