How to hire a quality control auditor

How to hire a quality control auditor, step by step

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the quality control auditor you need to hire. Certain quality control auditor roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   A quality control auditor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, quality control auditors 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 control auditors and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Quality Control Auditor	Description	Hourly rate
   Quality Control Auditor	Accountants and auditors prepare and examine financial records. They ensure that financial records are accurate and that taxes are paid properly and on time... Show more	$11-25
   Material Analyst	A materials analyst is responsible for managing the assets and materials of an organization, ensuring the adequacy of office inventories to support business operational functions. Materials analysts identify cost-reduction materials by coordinating with trusted suppliers and third-party vendors... Show more	$23-42
   Audit Internship	An audit intern is responsible for assisting the finance department in processing financial reports, analyzing account statements, releasing invoices, and conducting tax audits. Audit interns shadow tenured staff on the operation procedures to familiarize themselves with work processes... Show more	$15-34

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Quality Control Audits
   • Quality Checks
   • FHA
   • Va
   • USDA
   • ISO
   • Investor Guidelines
   • Corrective Action
   • Regulatory Compliance
   • GMP
   • Audit Findings
   • Internal Controls
   • Audit Results
   • Internal Audit

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage the collection, analysis and verification of managerial payroll information to detect fraud and/or unethical practices.
   • Conduct internal analysis /inspection to evaluate ISO and NEMA compliance.
   • Ensure facility-wide compliance to FDA and ISO quality process regulations.
   • Inspect vendors, contractor sites, control procedures, and processes ensuring compliance with applicable GMP regulations and procedures.
   • Perform routine production line GMP audits to ensure that all workers are in strict compliance with regards to food safety regulations.
   • Assist LIMS system administrator with implementation and troubleshooting.

   More quality control auditor duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your quality control auditor job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A quality control auditor salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a quality control auditor in Montana may be lower than in New Jersey, and an entry-level quality control auditor usually earns less than a senior-level quality control auditor. Additionally, a quality control auditor with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average quality control auditor salary

   $35,806yearly

   $17.21 hourly rate

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   Entry-level quality control auditor salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 19, 2025

   Average quality control auditor salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New Jersey	$50,012	$24
   2	District of Columbia	$47,289	$23
   3	California	$45,195	$22
   4	Maryland	$35,984	$17
   5	Texas	$35,568	$17
   6	North Carolina	$34,691	$17
   7	Alabama	$33,885	$16
   8	Colorado	$33,663	$16
   9	Oklahoma	$32,680	$16
   10	Virginia	$32,330	$16
   11	Pennsylvania	$31,865	$15
   12	Mississippi	$31,744	$15
   13	Georgia	$31,633	$15
   14	Arizona	$31,400	$15
   15	Florida	$30,380	$15
   16	Indiana	$29,398	$14
   17	Montana	$29,250	$14
   18	Tennessee	$25,780	$12

   Average quality control auditor salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Stifel Financial	$65,807	$31.64	2
   2	Chubb	$48,769	$23.45	17
   3	ICU Medical	$48,547	$23.34	8
   4	L3Harris	$44,352	$21.32	81
   5	D.R. Horton	$42,445	$20.41	4
   6	Richmond American Homes	$40,453	$19.45
   7	McKesson	$40,363	$19.41	31
   8	CyberCoders	$39,993	$19.23	3
   9	Toyo Tire North America Inc	$39,699	$19.09
   10	National Mortgage, Inc.	$39,647	$19.06
   11	Florida Crystals	$39,637	$19.06
   12	MI Windows and Doors	$39,168	$18.83
   13	Hormel Foods	$38,662	$18.59	18
   14	Customers Bank	$38,230	$18.38	4
   15	Jostens	$37,508	$18.03	7
   16	Federal Reserve Bank	$37,277	$17.92	1
   17	Cornerstone Home Lending	$37,247	$17.91
   18	Prosperity Bank	$37,153	$17.86
   19	Inteplast Group	$36,290	$17.45	4
   20	ICONMA	$35,251	$16.95

4. Writing a quality control auditor job description

   A quality control auditor 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 control auditor job description:

   Quality control auditor job description example

   The Knoxville plant has an opening for a Quality Control Auditor I. Successful candidates will work in our food processing production facility located in Knoxville, Iowa, and enjoy competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefits package. This is a position that requires weekend work. The Knoxville plant specializes in the production of Dry Sausage items including PILLOW PACK pepperoni.
   
   Incumbents will perform quality checks on the production line and enter information into our quality control computer software system. For example, verify correct code date and ingredients on labels and boxes, perform weight control, water activity, and package integrity checks. Complete detailed paperwork, monitor and report issues if processes are out of specification. This work is performed in a cold damp environment with temperatures averaging 40 degrees. This work requires lifting up to 70 pounds and standing 8 plus hours per day. Daily and weekly overtime is often required.
   
   Job Responsibilities: · Provide quality auditing and monitors compliance with Company and government required sanitation standards.
   · Follow all company rules for food safety and employee safety.
   
   · The ability to read and write to complete job related paperwork.
   
   · The ability to use a computer to complete job related tasks.
   
   · The ability to perform repetitive hand & wrist motion throughout a shift.
   
   · The ability to lift/push/pull 50+lbs as required throughout the course of a shift.
   
   · The ability to twist and bend the body as necessary to perform job related tasks.
   
   · The ability to perform grasping & pinching motions to complete job related tasks.
   
   · The ability to kneel/squat/climb as necessary to complete job related tasks.
   
   Working Conditions:
   
   · Refrigerated environment - temperatures average 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
   
   Company Information: Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the Knoxville team! At the Knoxville plant, Employee Safety and Food Safety are our top priorities! We believe every employee has the responsibility to maintain a safe working environment by closely following our safety policies and actively engaging in our safety culture. Also, by adhering to the highest food safety standards, our manufacturing facility is able to produce quality, wholesome foods to our consumers. Benefits: Our benefits package includes a comprehensive health insurance plan, prescription drug plan, dental and vision plan, 401(k) with company match, pension plan, employee assistance and wellness plan, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, vacation and holiday pay, profit sharing, and educational assistance. New Employees at our facility are immediately place on a 3 month probationary period. During this time, employee attendance and performance are closely monitored.
   
   _Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status._
   
   
   Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right quality control auditor for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your quality control auditor job on Zippia to find and recruit quality control auditor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting quality control auditors 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.

   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 control auditor

   Once you've decided on a perfect quality control auditor 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.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new quality control auditor. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are 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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