QA Technician Sr
Patterson Companies, Inc.
Summary
The QA Technician Senior is responsible for performing quality assurance and quality control activities that ensure products, processes, and operations comply with established quality, reliability, regulatory, and industry standards. This role is accountable for evaluating quality performance, analyzing inspection results, identifying quality issues and improvement opportunities, and supporting consistent adherence to quality processes through audits, documentation, and recommendations.
Job description
Essential Functions
- Perform quality control inspections and tests at various stages of product and operational processes to verify compliance with quality, reliability, and regulatory standards
- Analyze quality and statistical data, identify deviations and trends, and prepare summaries that support accurate assessment of quality performance
- Conduct process quality audits, document inspection findings, and maintain records that demonstrate compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements
- Investigate quality issues and non-routine compliance concerns, determine contributing factors, and recommend corrective actions that improve quality outcomes
- Recommend enhancements to quality standards, methods, procedures, and measurement techniques that strengthen consistency and operational effectiveness
- Support the development and maintenance of quality assurance policies, procedures, and methods used to evaluate and improve products, materials, components, and operations
- Ensure services, processes, and facilities comply with organizational quality standards, external quality frameworks, and applicable government regulations
- Provide guidance and coaching to less experienced team members on quality processes, documentation practices, and quality assurance standards
- Comply with Company and department policies and standards; performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- 3 years of relevant experience in quality assurance, quality control, manufacturing quality, compliance, inspection, or a related field
Preferred Requirements
- Associate's Degree or technical certification in quality assurance or related area
Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of quality assurance and quality control principles, practices, and standards
- Ability to analyze inspection results, quality data, and trends to identify issues and recommend improvements
- Ability to conduct audits, inspections, and compliance reviews with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Knowledge of quality documentation, recordkeeping, and regulatory compliance requirements
- Ability to interpret and follow quality procedures, specifications, and technical instructions
- Strong analytical thinking and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and manage multiple responsibilities
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- 3 years of relevant experience in quality assurance, quality control, manufacturing quality, compliance, inspection, or a related field
- Knowledge of quality assurance and quality control principles, practices, and standards
- Ability to analyze inspection results, quality data, and trends to identify issues and recommend improvements
- Ability to conduct audits, inspections, and compliance reviews with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Knowledge of quality documentation, recordkeeping, and regulatory compliance requirements
- Ability to interpret and follow quality procedures, specifications, and technical instructions
- Strong analytical thinking and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and manage multiple responsibilities
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Wellness Program
- 401(k) Matching
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Floating Holidays
- Volunteer Time Off
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Adoption Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Patterson Perks Program
Company overview
Patterson Companies, Inc. is a leading value-added distributor specializing in products, software, equipment, technical services, and business solutions for oral and animal health markets across North America and the United Kingdom. Founded in 1877 as a dental supply company, Patterson has evolved into a comprehensive healthcare distribution powerhouse with deep expertise in both dental and veterinary sectors. The company operates through three core divisions: Patterson Dental Supply, Patterson Veterinary Supply, and Animal Health International, serving dental practices, veterinary clinics, and animal production operations of all sizes. Patterson distinguishes itself through its legendary customer service, technical expertise, and comprehensive practice management solutions that help healthcare providers operate more efficiently and profitably. With approximately 7,600 employees and a network of over 70 distribution facilities, the company combines national scale with local market knowledge to deliver exceptional service. Patterson's commitment to innovation is evident through its technology offerings, including practice management software, 3D imaging solutions, and patient education systems. The company was publicly traded on NASDAQ as PDCO until its acquisition by Patient Square Capital in 2025, transitioning to private ownership while maintaining its market leadership position in healthcare distribution.