Do you enjoy experimenting and testing and analysing your results? What is being a Quality Controller all about?
So, what do they do?
Quality controllers perform checks and tests on finished goods and materials to ensure they are up to production standards. Developing testing methods, identifying and troubleshooting problems are also important parts of the role.
What type of person would make a good Quality Controller?
A good quality controller is someone with an investigative personality and is analytically minded. They should be detail-oriented and proactive and be able to identify problems and issues and act in order to improve them.
OK, so how do I become a Quality Controller?
Quality controllers typically hold a bachelor's degree in quality management or a related field, such as chemistry or biology. Suitable degree programmes might include modules on quality management, auditing, planning, process control, customer service, Six Sigma methods and ISO quality systems. Courses in computer-aided design (CAD), and the natural or biological sciences can also help prepare quality control analysts for the industrial trades or the medical and pharmaceutical industries.
Some employers prefer candidates with at least 2 years of experience working in the field. Internships are a great way to get experience working in the field.
Finally, are there jobs and what’s the pay like?!
Employment rates in this area are growing steadily. According to the National Skills Bulletin there are approximately 42,000+ people working in Quality Control in the country. Salaries vary according to sectors and whether the role is as a QC analyst or QC manager. Salary rates range from €32k - €95k.
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