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Staffingine LLC

QA Engineer

Nashville, TN · On-site

Job Title: QA Engineer Job Location: Nashville, TN Job Type: Contract * 7+ years of experience in Automated QA - TestComplete. * QA testing with AI +ETL

Silver Hills Bakery

Quality Assurance Manager

Rossville, TN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Quality Assurance Manager Reports to: Plant Director We are looking for a Quality Assurance Manager, to join our Quality Assuranceteam at our Rossville plant! Our Manager, Quality Assurance will lead ...

Silver Hills Bakery

Quality Assurance Manager

Rossville, TN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Quality Assurance Manager Reports to: Plant Director We are looking for a Quality Assurance Manager, to join our Quality Assuranceteam at our Rossville plant! Our Manager, Quality Assurance will lead ...

RICH PRODUCTS

QA Coordinator

Arlington, TN · On-site

With more than 13,500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.9 billion ... Purpose Statement The Quality Assurance Coordinator will be responsible to insure that products ...

Rich Products Corporation

QA Coordinator

Arlington, TN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Life

  • PTO

With more than 13,500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.9 billion ... Purpose Statement The Quality Assurance Coordinator will be responsible to insure that products ...

Bureau Veritas

$75K - $90K/yr

Quality Assurance Lead Position Title: Quality Assurance Specialist V Division: Consumer Products Services Entity: Galbraith Laboratories Reports to: Sr Manager, QHSSE FLSA: Exempt Location:

Bureau Veritas

Quality Assurance Lead

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Quality Assurance Lead Position Title: Quality Assurance Specialist V Division: Consumer Products Services Entity: Galbraith Laboratories Reports to: Sr Manager, QHSSE FLSA: Exempt Location:

PETOSKEY PLASTICS

QA Technician

Morristown, TN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... our customers, associates, and communities. If you are seeking a family-oriented company that ... Always moving forward! > IN THE NEWS The QA Technician is responsible for ensuring that products ...

System One

Quality Assurance Engineer

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Quality Assurance Engineer, Nuclear Location: Chattanooga, TN Type: Direct Hire Work Model: Onsite Responsibilities: * Support the implementation and execution of quality assurance program across ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for qa associate in Tennessee is $26.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.02 and $31.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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QA Associates, or Quality Assurance Associates, are professionals responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and proposing measures to improve processes that ensure the quality of products or services in a company. They work closely with production, development, and compliance teams to make sure that products meet required standards and regulations. Their tasks often include reviewing documentation, conducting audits, and reporting on quality metrics. QA Associates play a crucial role in maintaining customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance in industries such as pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and software.

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QA Associates often encounter challenges such as managing tight deadlines, adapting to rapidly changing project requirements, and ensuring thorough test coverage. Effective communication with developers and other team members is crucial to address issues quickly and maintain product quality. Staying organized, using test management tools, and participating in regular stand-up meetings can help QA Associates stay on top of their workload and deliver consistent results.

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To thrive as a QA Associate, you need a solid understanding of quality assurance methodologies, attention to detail, and often a degree in a scientific or technical field. Familiarity with tools like LIMS, GMP/GLP regulations, and quality management systems, as well as relevant certifications such as ASQ or Six Sigma, is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities help you excel within cross-functional teams. These skills ensure product compliance, support continuous improvement, and maintain high standards in regulated environments.

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Infographic showing various Qa Associate job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,296 per year, or $26.6 per hour.

Supervisor - Quality Assurance

Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED, Inc.

Chattanooga, TN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 81 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

197th of 438 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Division: Tennessee Valley
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (Possible Weekends) 5pm until work is complete.
Why you will love Coca-Cola UNITED?
About us:
  • Privately owned and operated with 100+ years of historical strength and stability
  • Dedicated to supporting internal career growth through on job training, learning and opportunity for career advancement
  • Excellent Total Value Benefits Package to include:
  • Two weeks paid vacation within first year
  • Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan
  • Dental, vision, flex spending
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Company paid life insurance ($50,000)
  • Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto)
  • Paid maternity & paternity leave
  • Paid holiday & sick time
  • 401(k) match (50% on first 6%; plus an additional annual match of up to 3%)
  • Exclusive employee discounts (cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology needs and much more)
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Fast paced environment promotes a healthy lifestyle
  • For qualified candidates we offer an amazing CDL Tuition Program reimbursable up to $5250 for CDL school tuition - ask your Recruiter for details

Job Description
The Supervisor - Quality Assurance is responsible for supervising the Quality Assurance activities for the plant to include syrup and/or beverage preparation and distribution, microbiology, sanitation, finished product analysis, package integrity testing, process control, and all current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) are being followed. Also ensures Food Safety System Certification (FSSC) 22000 and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001 principals are adhered to including Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Food Safety and Food Defense.
What your day will look like:
  • Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the UNITED policies and applicable laws
  • Interview, hire, and train associates
  • Plan, assign, and direct work
  • Appraise performance
  • Address complaints and resolve problems
  • Builds positive associate morale
  • Supervises day to day environmental compliance including data gathering of stormwater and wastewater information, hazardous material management for the QA Department, and the auditing thereof
  • Ensures local, state, federal, and Coca-Cola quality standards are met for products produced by the facility
  • Maintains the Coca-Cola/Parent Company Quality Standards and supervises associates who do the same
  • Investigates and reports on plant-specific consumer complaints and performs trend analysis. Reports findings to plant Management
  • Supervises the efforts of the Plant including Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) compliance, International Organization for Standardization (ISO) compliance, auditing, and corrective action planning activities
  • Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management

What you need to succeed:
  • Minimum age 18 years old
  • Valid driver's license required and obligation to maintain compliance with UNITED fleet policy
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies
  • Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job
  • Ability to read, write and speak English
  • Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines
  • Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets
  • Ability to utilize all Company provided resources and technology
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills
  • Proven ability to coach and manage needs and concerns of multiple associates
  • Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Certification preferred
  • Corrective Action and Root Cause Analysis Training preferred
  • SAP and Coca-Cola One North America (CONA) experience preferred
  • Willingness to work weekends, holidays, or flexible schedule as required
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Experience in operations and manufacturing operations preferred
  • Extensive experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting various lab equipment used in Quality Assurance
  • Ability to work in high stress environments and multitask effectively
  • Excellent customer service, and quality management skills
  • Effective use of technical skills to analyze and, problem-solve
  • Ability to facilitate training

Physical Requirements
Position will be required to comply with the CCBCU Personal Protective Equipment Program. Position is required to wear safety toed shoes when performing the following tasks: Operating Powered Industrial Equipment or Working in an Area where Powered Industrial Equipment is in use, Fleet Maintenance, Working with Palletized Product, Use of Hand Trucks/Dollies to Deliver Product, Cooler Services, etc.
(X) None = 0% (0 hrs)
(L) Limited = 1% (1 hr)
(O) Occasionally = 2%-25% (1-2 hrs)
(F) Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs)
(R) Repeatedly = 51%-75% (5-6 hrs)
(C) Continuously = 76%-100% (7+ hrs)
Requirement Frequency Sit O Stand F Walk F Bend R Kneel/Squat R Climb Stairs O Crawling O Overhead Reach R Typing O Vehicle Operation L PPE/Special Clothing C Grasp O Push/Pull O Fine Manipulation O Lift up to 50 lbs F Carry up to 50 lbs F Pushing up to 50 lbs F Pulling up to 50 lbs F Exposure to Water F Exposure to Chemicals O Exposure to Weather F Exposure to Noise F
CCBCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Veteran friendly.

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