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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for pqa in Minnesota is $49.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.21 and $59.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a PQA?

PQAs, or Performance Qualification Analysts, are professionals who ensure that products and systems meet specified quality and performance standards before they are released or go live. They typically design and execute test plans, analyze test results, and document performance issues. PQAs work closely with development and engineering teams to identify and resolve problems, ensuring that products are reliable and meet regulatory or industry requirements. Their role is crucial in industries such as pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and software development to maintain high standards of quality and safety.

What are some common challenges faced by a Product Quality Analyst when working with cross-functional teams?

Product Quality Analysts often collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and QA engineers, which can present challenges such as aligning on quality standards, managing tight deadlines, and ensuring clear communication across departments. Balancing priorities between rapid product releases and thorough testing is a frequent hurdle. Successful PQAs proactively facilitate discussions, document requirements, and advocate for quality best practices to help bridge gaps and maintain product integrity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance (PQA) professional, you need a solid background in pharmaceutical sciences, regulatory compliance, and quality control, often supported by a relevant degree and familiarity with GMP standards. Experience with quality management systems (QMS), documentation software, and industry certifications such as Six Sigma or ISO 9001 is typically required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are critical soft skills for this role. These skills ensure products meet regulatory standards, maintain patient safety, and uphold the reputation and integrity of the pharmaceutical company.

What is the difference between Pqa vs Quality Assurance Tester?

AspectPqaQuality Assurance Tester
CertificationsISO, Six Sigma, QA-specific certificationsISTQB, CSTE, QA certifications
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, production, or software developmentSoftware development, IT, or product testing
Industry UsageManufacturing, pharmaceuticals, softwareSoftware, IT, technology
Job FocusProcess control, compliance, quality improvementTesting, defect tracking, software quality

While both Pqa and Quality Assurance Tester focus on quality, Pqa emphasizes process control and compliance across industries like manufacturing and software, whereas Quality Assurance Testers primarily focus on testing software products for defects. The roles overlap in ensuring quality standards but differ in scope and industry application.

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Pqa jobs near you
Infographic showing various Pqa job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 6% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $102,512 per year, or $49.3 per hour.

Pig Production Tech

Bricelyn, MN • On-site

Preferred Capital Management
Crop Farming • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Preferred Capital Managementexternal

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Summary/Objective
The Pig Production Technician is a position specializing in the daily pork production activities within the farrowing and/or gestation departments. This position involves working in an agricultural environment with continuous hands-on interaction with livestock and regular structured routines.
Essential Functions
  1. Ensure the highest standards of the humane treatment of animals.
  2. Follow the farm's bio-security protocols at all times.
  3. Monitor and assist with feeding systems and ensure animals are fed and watered according to respective protocols
  4. Maintain and monitor overall animal health, care and treatment of animals.
  5. Perform routine and seasonal vaccinations and injections as directed.
  6. Perform general facility cleaning, maintenance, and hygiene.
  7. Power wash following the farm's cleaning and disinfection processes, including to pre-check, performing the appropriate preparation, abiding by the safety protocols and ensuring the equipment is in effective and efficient working order.
  8. Assist with the recording and maintaining of accurate production records and documentation.
  9. Follow all safety policies and procedures; and communicate any potential hazards and near misses to the Department Lead or Manager.
  10. Perform heat checking and the breeding/insemination processes
  11. Monitor, test and care for pregnant sows.
  12. Assist with weaning of piglets and movement of animals between barns and departments.
  13. Prepare the farrow rooms, assist in the proper farrowing of sows and day one pig care.
  14. Assist in the fostering of piglets.
  15. Process and castrate piglets.
  16. Adjust and hang heat lamps as required, check on heat mats.

Competencies
  1. Respect and care for animals.
  2. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  3. Ability to work effectively on a team.
  4. Demonstrates initiative and time-management skills.
  5. Safety oriented.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee has constant exposure to dust, animal dander and odor. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Employees stand and walk on concrete for most of their shift. Seasonally, the employee is exposed to a variety of extreme conditions within the barn that include heat and humidity.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to move throughout the farm; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, balance, climb, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) weight of up to 50 pounds. Position requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Frequently required, for extended periods of time, to stand, walk, stoop, reach with hands and arms, kneel, bend at the waist, climb, perform repetitive motions, and communicate.
Basic Qualifications
  • Respect and care for animals.
  • Ability to do basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Regular and consistent attendance.
  • For positions that require travel to another barn location(s), a valid driver's license and insurable driving record is required.
  • Ability to drive a skid steer.
  • Must attain TQA and PQA+ certification within the first sixty (60) days of employment. Thereafter, must maintain TQA and PQA+ certification status.

Preferred Experience
  • Previous pork production experience is preferred.

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