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Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today! Overview: TheQuality Assurance Engineer is ...

Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today! Job Overview TheQuality Assurance Engineer is ...

Job Overview The Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for being the liaison between our generic clients and Charles City with regards to request for documentation to support their regulatory ...

Junior Quality Control Technician

Sioux Center, IA · On-site

$17.75 - $22.75/hr

Center Fresh Quality Assurance Location: Sioux Center, IA Reports To: Processing Manager Job Type: Full-time Job Summary The Junior Quality Control Technician position is responsible for supporting ...

Quality Assurance

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Create Alert Quality Assurance is responsible for supporting daily operations, ensuring quality ... Coordinating process improvement activities with work order; drawing changes with Mfg. Engineering ...

Job Overview Quality Assurance is responsible for supporting daily operations, ensuring quality ... Coordinating process improvement activities with work order; drawing changes with Mfg. Engineering ...

Quality Assurance Analyst

Nevada, IA · On-site +1

$55K - $65K/yr

Primary Functions Reporting to the Mobile Team Lead, the Quality Assurance Analyst's key ... Ability to work effectively with developers, support staff, product stakeholders, and other cross ...

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How much do junior qa engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior qa engineer in Iowa is $88,800.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,600.00 and $89,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a junior QA engineer?

A Junior QA Engineer is an entry-level role in software testing, responsible for identifying and reporting bugs to ensure software quality. They write and execute test cases, analyze test results, and collaborate with developers to fix issues. Junior QA Engineers work with manual and automated testing tools to verify functionality, performance, and usability. This role requires attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a basic understanding of testing methodologies. It’s a great starting point for a career in quality assurance and software development.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for a junior QA engineer?

As a Junior QA Engineer, your daily tasks may include reviewing requirements, executing manual or automated test cases, documenting and reporting bugs, and working closely with developers to verify fixes. You’ll likely attend stand-up meetings to discuss progress and priorities, and may assist in maintaining or updating testing scripts and environments. Collaboration is common, as you’ll interact with quality leads, product managers, and software engineers to ensure software releases meet quality standards. Over time, you may take on more complex testing tasks or automation work, which provides great hands-on experience and opportunities for growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the junior QA engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior QA Engineer, you need a foundational understanding of software testing principles, debugging, and basic programming, often supported by a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with test management tools (like JIRA, TestRail), automation frameworks, and knowledge of software development life cycles are typically important. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help junior engineers excel, especially when collaborating with developers and reporting issues. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensuring product quality, catching defects early, and supporting efficient teamwork in fast-paced tech environments.

What are the most commonly searched types of Qa Engineer jobs in Iowa?

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Infographic showing various Junior Qa Engineer job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, and 28% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $88,800 per year, or $42.7 per hour.

Quality Assurance Engineer

Cambrex

Charles City, IA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 19 days ago


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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

Company Information

You Matter to Cambrex.

Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services. 

With over 40 years of experience and a team of 2,000 experts servicing global clients from North America and Europe, Cambrex offers a range of specialized drug substance technologies and capabilities, including continuous flow, controlled substances, liquid-phase peptide synthesis, solid-state science, material characterization, and highly potent APIs.

Your Work Matters.

At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:

  • engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
  • learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
  • strengthen connections with coworkers and the community

We're committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company.  We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!

Your Future Matters.

Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!

Overview:

TheQuality Assurance Engineer is responsible for being the liaison between our generic clients and Charles City with regards to request for documentation to support their regulatory needs. This position also is a technical reviewer for internal projects such as stability protocols and reports, analytical method protocols and reports as well as managing customer complaints. 

Responsibilities:
  • Key Quality Assurance customer support person to answer, address and/or compile relevant data to support Cambrex Charles City, Inc. products through customer requests through, but not limited to:Review of customers specification,Stability Data,Providing Standard statements of compliance 
  • Review of companies technical documents 
  • Serve as a liaison with new and existing customers concerning regulatory filings (i.e. coordinating issuance of CEPs, Letters of Authorization, coordinate filings of EDMF/CDMF with MAA, coordinate responses to customer inquiries). 
  • Review of various change controls for compliance to commitments made in Regulatory Submissions or requirements and complete assessments of regulatory impact. 
  • Review of data/records received from R&D, manufacturing, analytical, supply chain and Quality Assurance departments for corresponding with customers for regulatory support. 
  • Compile and author Annual Product Quality Reviews 
  • All employees are required to adhere to DEA, EPA, FDA and cGMP regulations as they relate to the operation of the Company; and to adhere to all company safety rules and procedures. All employees are expected to report to work regularly and promptly. Other duties relating to departmental mission, not specifically detailed in this section may be assigned.  
Qualifications / Skills:
  • Ability to maintain written and oral communication in English required. 
  • Strong critical thinking skills 
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including initiative and strong work ethic. 
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements: (Text Only)- BS or BA  - 3-5 years of relevant experience preferably in a cGMP environment - Experience at a commercial manufacturing facility for pharmaceuticals is strongly preferred.Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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Industry

Pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

East Rutherford, NJ, US

Year founded

1981

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