How to hire a quality assurance evaluator

How to hire a quality assurance evaluator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step quality assurance evaluator 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 evaluator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new quality assurance evaluator
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The quality assurance evaluator hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A quality assurance evaluator's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, quality assurance evaluators 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.

   This list presents quality assurance evaluator salaries for various positions.

   Type of Quality Assurance Evaluator	Description	Hourly rate
   Quality Assurance Evaluator		$18-39
   Engineer Lead Quality Assurance Lead	Engineer Lead Quality Assurance Leads are responsible for managing the designing and operations of hardware or software testing. Their duties include developing testing plans, implement risk mitigation strategies, communicate process improvements to cross-teams such as marketing and engineering, resolve the conflict between teams, and ensures product or software adheres to the organization and industry standards... Show more	$40-68
   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:

   • QA
   • Corrective Action
   • Sops
   • ISO
   • OSHA
   • Quality Standards
   • Logistics
   • GMP
   • QC
   • Training Programs
   • FDA
   • Technical Assistance
   • DOD
   • Calibration Sessions

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Coordinate, oversee and manage the repetitive patient documentation and medical necessity process for all patients meeting the repetitive patient description.
   • Issue and review products and component specification for QC and MV sample submission and releases.
   • Partner with site leadership and client managers to insure consistent performance through calibrations and SharePoint resources.
   • Audit manufacturing batch records and QA/QC documents to ensure GMP compliance, accuracy, completeness, and accountability.
   • Train and supervise database administrator's input of QC hold points and require NDE/ inspections forms submit by quality personnel.
   • Prepare reports and audit documentation for annual FDA inspections.

3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, quality assurance evaluators' average salary in oklahoma is 33% less than in pennsylvania.
   • Seniority. Entry-level quality assurance evaluators 53% less than senior-level quality assurance evaluators.
   • Certifications. A quality assurance evaluator 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 evaluator's salary.

   Average quality assurance evaluator salary

   $57,599yearly

   $27.69 hourly rate

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   Entry-level quality assurance evaluator salary

   $39,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

4. Writing a quality assurance evaluator job description

   A quality assurance evaluator 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. To help get you started, here's an example of a quality assurance evaluator job description:

   Quality assurance evaluator job description example

   At Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities. It's a simple idea, but one that's at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.
   
   And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of drive, safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate our four essential behaviors that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life:
   
   * We make it happen: We are a company of go-getters, acting on every opportunity to help our company advance
   
   * We collaborate: We put teamwork first, bringing in everyone's ideas, because our collective energy makes us stronger
   
   * We seek out perspective: We challenge ourselves to be open to different ways of doing things, because learning from each other leads to breakthroughs
   
   * We care: We treat people how we want to be treated, listening closely and doing what's right, even when it's hard
   
   By living our values and behaviors every day, we strive to create an environment where every employee feels welcome, respected and valued.
   
   This position will support the company's Quality Assurance program activities, including Operator Qualification administration, welding procedures and certification, company and contractor quality audits, company and contractor OQ compliance, and the Energy World Net record management system.
   Duties and Responsibilities * Support the operations compliance related Operator Qualification (OQ) program of all employees as required by 49 CFR Part 192 and 195. Oversee Operator Qualification plan and task lists for all employee groups to ensure OQ requirements are met and that lists reflect current job duties of affected employees. Annually, perform conduct review of all Operator Qualification plans and makes necessary updates and changes. Responsible for communicating plan changes to affected parties. * Manage information in the Energy World Net system. Ensure all employee records within Energy World Net learning management system are created, monitored and maintained to meet compliance requirements. Communicate closely with all pipeline contractors to ensure they are using the Energy World Net system and their employees as assigned the appropriate Operator Qualification tasks. * Provide OQ qualification and training for Gas Operations and Spire Storage West employees as required by Manager. * Work with Pipeline Management groups to ensure the contractor employees are assigned the appropriate operator qualification tasks. * Perform welding certification qualification activities * Support and participate in all OQ related PSC and PHMSA Audits and follow-up activities * Represent company on matters related to Operator Qualification and Quality Assurance with the State Public Service Commissions (PSC) Pipeline Safety Staffs and the Federal Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) as needed for regulatory issues, annual audits, periodic audits, and incident investigations. * Working with Operations Support, support construction field quality audits needed in each area, monitor and analyze results on a corporate level, and make recommendations to Manager to reduce risk and improve processes * Perform periodic checks of contractors, including pipeline construction, contract locating, leak surveying, and right-of-way clearing to ensure adherence to company standards and applicable OQ requirements. * Support Safety Management Systems Post Incident Reviews and associated analysis and follow-up actions. * Perform periodic reviews of the operations New Hire Training programs for consistency and adherence to program guidelines. * Support relationships with material suppliers and service providers across Spire. * Assist the materials engineer with performance of timely defective product reviews, testing and analysis and determine corrective actions needed. * Support implementation of new materials and services with Field Operations, Gas Operations and Spire Storage West as directed by Manager. * Assist the Standards and Procedures and Pipeline Safety & Compliance departments in preparation for PSC/PHMSA audits as needed * Conduct necessary employee training for Standards and OQ Compliance. * Act as a subject matter resource for all OQ/QA related issues for company and contractor personnel Essential Characteristics and Competencies * Ability to demonstrate the core and job category competencies: customer-focused, results-driven, teamwork, communications, adaptability, initiative, problem solving and quality * Ability to lead by example in support of the Company's essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual's unique skills and perspectives. Supervisory Responsibilities N/A Required Education (certifications, licenses) * High school diploma or equivalent required * OQ qualification, CDL or state certifications would be a benefit Required knowledge, skill and abilities * 6+ years of natural gas or energy industry experience required with pipeline construction experience preferred * Working knowledge of state/federal regulations (specifically Operator Qualification) and company standards and procedures required * Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet individual goals and deadlines. * Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude for this dynamic environment. Physical demands, environment and schedule * Regular travel to operations locations. Occasionally overnight travel is required. * Extensive outdoor work in varied weather. When conducting field work, may be exposed to natural gas and other chemicals, extreme hot and cold outdoor temperatures, near moving mechanical parts, exposed to moderate to loud noise level, and work near traffic. * Typically, normal business hours Monday through Friday with adjustments to fulfill the operating departments' schedules. Competencies We Advance We Care We Collaborate We Have Perspective Posting Requirements Spire accepts online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com Posting requirements: The above posting description is intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Spire, Inc., and its subsidiaries are Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of the individual's race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and/or other protected categories under all Federal, State, and local laws. For more information, please view our Integrity and Inclusion pages of our career site. Job Location: St Louis Job Segment: Pipeline, Quality Assurance, Compliance, Materials Engineer, Law, Energy, Technology, Legal, Engineering

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find quality assurance evaluators 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 evaluator job on Zippia to find and recruit quality assurance evaluator 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

   Recruiting quality assurance evaluators requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   If your interviews with quality assurance evaluator 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 evaluator

   Once you've decided on a perfect quality assurance evaluator candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with 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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