How to hire a quality assurance assistant

How to hire a quality assurance assistant, step by step

Here's a step-by-step quality assurance assistant hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a quality assurance assistant job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new quality assurance assistant
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your quality assurance assistant job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a quality assurance assistant for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A quality assurance assistant's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, quality assurance assistants from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of quality assurance assistants and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Quality Assurance Assistant	Description	Hourly rate
   Quality Assurance Assistant		$11-40
   Quality Control	As the name entails, the job of a quality control inspector is to inspect, maintain, and improve the quality and standard of products. They are responsible for ensuring the company's reputation is not damaged due to defective products or inferior manufacturing processes... Show more	$11-21
   Quality Analyst	Pumpers are individuals who take responsibility for setting the pumping system controls for product maximization. Their job requires them to set density, concentration, rate, and pressure... Show more	$26-44

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Data Entry
   • Food Safety
   • GMP
   • ISO
   • Quality Standards
   • Product Quality
   • Access Database
   • Assist QA
   • FDA
   • Corrective Action
   • Continuous Improvement
   • External Audits
   • Quality Checks
   • Internal Audit

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   Responsibilities:

   • Coordinate, oversee and manage the repetitive patient documentation and medical necessity process for all patients meeting the repetitive patient description.
   • Coordinate shift QA in daily functions and assist in decision making concerning quality issues.
   • Follow GMP and HACCP to ensure compliance with all appropriate corporate, local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines.
   • Ensure compliance to API Q1/8C and ISO 9001 certifications, through specification interpretation, writing procedures, and maintaining the QMS.
   • Gain familiarity with GMP quality system regulations for medical devices.
   • Review quality management system periodically to assess suitability and areas of possible improvement to maintain FDA approval.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your quality assurance assistant job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A quality assurance assistant can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, quality assurance assistants' average salary in montana is 35% less than in new jersey.
   • Seniority. Entry-level quality assurance assistants 72% less than senior-level quality assurance assistants.
   • Certifications. A quality assurance assistant with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a quality assurance assistant's salary.

   Average quality assurance assistant salary

   $45,911yearly

   $22.07 hourly rate

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   Entry-level quality assurance assistant salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

   Average quality assurance assistant salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$62,363	$30
   2	Massachusetts	$58,121	$28
   3	New York	$57,800	$28
   4	Maryland	$57,449	$28
   5	Illinois	$52,346	$25
   6	Florida	$49,271	$24
   7	Nevada	$48,658	$23
   8	Arizona	$47,408	$23
   9	Michigan	$46,897	$23
   10	Indiana	$46,023	$22
   11	Washington	$45,889	$22
   12	Wisconsin	$45,662	$22
   13	Minnesota	$45,362	$22
   14	Texas	$42,982	$21
   15	Arkansas	$42,467	$20
   16	Utah	$42,354	$20
   17	Georgia	$42,256	$20
   18	Colorado	$41,096	$20
   19	Idaho	$40,529	$19

   Average quality assurance assistant salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Citi	$111,613	$53.66	4
   2	Moody's	$104,356	$50.17
   3	CFA Institute	$102,048	$49.06
   4	State Street	$101,465	$48.78	5
   5	Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center	$85,968	$41.33
   6	Rosendin Electric	$84,766	$40.75	16
   7	Mayo Clinic	$79,836	$38.38	3
   8	Activision Blizzard	$73,102	$35.15	5
   9	Rehmann	$68,299	$32.84	9
   10	Kyocera Mobile	$67,503	$32.45	3
   11	ALDI USA	$61,798	$29.71	2
   12	Arrow Electronics	$59,985	$28.84	2
   13	Energizer Holdings	$56,987	$27.40	1
   14	Niagara Bottling	$55,654	$26.76	15
   15	Valmont Industries	$55,570	$26.72	13
   16	REVOLVE	$50,521	$24.29	9
   17	Bentley Mills	$49,378	$23.74	3
   18	Eurofins	$47,268	$22.73	41
   19	Green Plains	$47,012	$22.60
   20	Capital District Physicians' Health Plan Inc	$46,194	$22.21

4. Writing a quality assurance assistant job description

   A quality assurance assistant job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a quality assurance assistant job description:

   Quality assurance assistant job description example

   The best products at the lowest possible prices? That's no small task. To do it right we need a strong, dedicated Quality Assurance team. On it, you'll make sure everything we do is on point, through the products lifecycle. Our guarantee is more important than ever, and that means you have a big opportunity to make a difference.
   
   A Quality Assurance Food Assistant - Product Quality never has the same day twice. One day it may be working on product performance data, and another collaborating with internal teams to gather samples for one of the testing programs and communicating with suppliers. If you want to make a difference and be part of a team ensuring quality, low price products, then this is the job for you. The ideal candidate should have food industry experience or a background in a science field and love to analyze data. A strong knowledge of excel and other MS programs is preferred. The objective of this role is to decipher key data points regarding product and supplier performance, provide recommendations to the QA Specialist, and work with others on team for seamless transitions.
   
   Full-Time
   Starting Wage: $25.75 per hour
   Work Location: Batavia, IL
   This role is eligible to participate in ALDI's Hybrid Work Program, which allows remote work up to 3 days per week (i.e., work remotely up to 3 days per week; work in-office at least 2 days per week)
   Duties and Responsibilities:
   Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
   • Assists in investigating product and supplier compliance.
   • Acts as a liaison between stakeholders and Quality Assurance.
   • Assists in the development and maintenance of Quality Assurance systems and projects.
   • Assists the team in preparation of reports, presentations, and Quality Assurance materials.
   • Assists in the preparation of technical advice for the Buying department as needed.
   • Collaborates with team members and communicates relevant information to direct leader.
   • Upholds the security and confidentiality of documents and data within area of responsibility.
   • Other duties as assigned.
   Job Qualifications:
   ALDI Acts Competencies:
   Perform within ALDI Acts competencies as outlined below.
   • Collaborates and Cooperates with Team: Commits to and supports a collaborative and high-performing working environment with peers and management.
   • Drives for Success: Seizes opportunities and proactively takes concrete actions to complete tasks. Goes the “extra mile” and persistently overcomes obstacles to improve outputs.
   • Focuses on the Customer: Seeks to understand underlying customer needs to create value. Drives the team to maintain focus on customers.
   • Manages and Supports Projects: Effectively plans, executes and supports project needs to support management and the larger ALDI business.
   • Organizes and Executes with Accuracy: Leverages a systematic, efficient and organized approach while ensuring quality and accuracy of results.
   • Thinks critically and Resolves Problems: Responds to emerging problems in an accurate and timely manner. Where possible, leverages available resources to address situations before they occur.
   Job-specific Competencies:
   Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
   • Gives attention to detail and follows instruction.
   • Ability to stay organized and multi-task efficiently.
   • Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
   • Establishes goals and works toward achievement.
   • Effective time management; maximizes productivity.
   • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
   • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
   Education and Experience:
   • Associate's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, or a related field required.
   • A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience required.
   • Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.
   
   Physical Requirements:
   • Work is performed in an office environment where a computer, telephone and other office equipment are used as needed to perform duties.
   • Regularly required to sit, reach, grasp, stand and move from one area to another.
   • Constantly and repeatedly use keyboard/mouse.
   • Occasionally required to push, pull, bend, lift and move up to 25 lbs.
   Travel:
   • No travel required. ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits, including: 401(k) Plan Company 401(k) Matching Contributions Employee Assistance Program (EAP) PerkSpot National Employee Discount Program In addition, eligible employees are offered: Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance Life, Dependent Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Term Life Insurance Click here to learn more about the benefits ALDI has to offer
   
   ALDI is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon ALDI's receipt of an acceptable and job-related drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find quality assurance assistants for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your quality assurance assistant job on Zippia to find and recruit quality assurance assistant candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit quality assurance assistants, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   If your interviews with quality assurance assistant applicants aren't enough to make a decision, you should also consider including a test project. These are often the best, most straightforward, and least bias-prone ways of determining who will likely succeed in the role. If you don't know how to design an appropriate test, you can ask someone else on the team to create it or take a look at these websites to get a few ideas:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new quality assurance assistant

   Once you have selected a candidate for the quality assurance assistant position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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