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Quality Assurance Associate roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field. Employers in manufacturing, software, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices regularly file LCAs for this title, making it a viable path to H-1B sponsorship.
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
QA Associate II
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
- Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
- An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
- A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
- A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Abbott Rapid Diagnostics is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions.
The position of Quality Assurance Associate II is within our Toxicology business unit. Under the supervision of the Supervisor/Manager, the scope of this position is responsible for carrying out the daily operations in the batch record department.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
- Demonstrated ability to carry out assignments in a timely, accurate manner and accomplishing tasks as required with little or no supervision.
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Participate in Quality processes with a focus on record administration, batch record review, and Certificate of Analysis / Certificate of Conformance creation for material lot release. Collaborates with submitters to troubleshoot any records issues.
- Work with groups within the organization to get corrections and clarifications to Device History Records.
- Receives, reviews, and classifies incoming quality systems records and supporting materials such as Validations, Batch Records, Lab Notebooks etc.
- May prepare labeling for all finished product and perform labeling of product.
- Creates files, labels and barcodes incoming records and prepares them for storage based on the company’s record retention policy.
- Manages verbal and written requests for records. Locates, retrieve, deliver and follow up on checked out records as requested.
- Reviews incoming records for good documentation practices and partners with process owners to ensure documentation errors are corrected prior to scanning.
- Utilize database to perform transactions and verify product information.
- Generate and/or review Certificate of Conformance / Certificates of Analysis for Final Product.
- Filing of records.
- Works on assignments that are moderately complex in nature where judgment is required in resolving problems.
- Must be well versed on governing processes for records and be able to identify deficiencies in incoming and outgoing records.
- Knowledgeable of federal and other regulations, e.g. QSRs, ISO 13485, CMDR, etc.
- Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job; has awareness of device defects that may occur in their area of responsibility, including product design, verification and validation, manufacturing and testing activities.
- Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices; build productive internal/external working relationships.
- Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies.
- Other duties as assigned, according to the changing needs of the business.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1-3 years of related experience
- Experience with MS Office
- Able to work on multiple tasks as a team member and/or ability to operate as an individual contributor
- Strong communication, problem solving and motivational skills
- Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated and available for flexible scheduling
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Working knowledge of Quality Assurance in a medical device manufacturing environment, preferably in-vitro diagnostic
- Knowledge of Quality System Regulations
COMPETENCIES:
- High level of attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Strong organizational skills
- Initiative
- Adaptability
COMPENSATION
- The base pay for this position is $20.25 – $40.55 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
INTRODUCTION
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
QA Associate II
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
- Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
- An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
- A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
- A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Abbott Rapid Diagnostics is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions.
The position of Quality Assurance Associate II is within our Toxicology business unit. Under the supervision of the Supervisor/Manager, the scope of this position is responsible for carrying out the daily operations in the batch record department.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
- Demonstrated ability to carry out assignments in a timely, accurate manner and accomplishing tasks as required with little or no supervision.
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Participate in Quality processes with a focus on record administration, batch record review, and Certificate of Analysis / Certificate of Conformance creation for material lot release. Collaborates with submitters to troubleshoot any records issues.
- Work with groups within the organization to get corrections and clarifications to Device History Records.
- Receives, reviews, and classifies incoming quality systems records and supporting materials such as Validations, Batch Records, Lab Notebooks etc.
- May prepare labeling for all finished product and perform labeling of product.
- Creates files, labels and barcodes incoming records and prepares them for storage based on the company’s record retention policy.
- Manages verbal and written requests for records. Locates, retrieve, deliver and follow up on checked out records as requested.
- Reviews incoming records for good documentation practices and partners with process owners to ensure documentation errors are corrected prior to scanning.
- Utilize database to perform transactions and verify product information.
- Generate and/or review Certificate of Conformance / Certificates of Analysis for Final Product.
- Filing of records.
- Works on assignments that are moderately complex in nature where judgment is required in resolving problems.
- Must be well versed on governing processes for records and be able to identify deficiencies in incoming and outgoing records.
- Knowledgeable of federal and other regulations, e.g. QSRs, ISO 13485, CMDR, etc.
- Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job; has awareness of device defects that may occur in their area of responsibility, including product design, verification and validation, manufacturing and testing activities.
- Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices; build productive internal/external working relationships.
- Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies.
- Other duties as assigned, according to the changing needs of the business.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1-3 years of related experience
- Experience with MS Office
- Able to work on multiple tasks as a team member and/or ability to operate as an individual contributor
- Strong communication, problem solving and motivational skills
- Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated and available for flexible scheduling
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Working knowledge of Quality Assurance in a medical device manufacturing environment, preferably in-vitro diagnostic
- Knowledge of Quality System Regulations
COMPETENCIES:
- High level of attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Strong organizational skills
- Initiative
- Adaptability
COMPENSATION
- The base pay for this position is $20.25 – $40.55 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Quality Assurance Associate
Document your degree's technical alignment
USCIS scrutinizes QA roles closely because some postings accept any bachelor's degree. Gather transcripts showing coursework in quality systems, engineering, or statistics to demonstrate your degree directly relates to the role.
Filter employers by LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to identify companies that have filed LCAs specifically for Quality Assurance Associate titles, so you target employers with a proven sponsorship track record rather than guessing from job descriptions.
Target regulated industries with mandatory QA functions
Pharmaceutical, medical device, and aerospace employers must meet FDA or FAA quality standards, which means QA headcount is non-negotiable. These industries file H-1B petitions for QA roles at higher rates than general manufacturing.
Verify the prevailing wage level before negotiating
Look up your SOC code and work location in the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. Your salary must meet at least Level I or II prevailing wage, and the level affects what USCIS expects for a specialty occupation determination.
Confirm the job description meets specialty occupation standards
Ask the recruiter whether the posted role requires a degree in a specific field, not just any bachelor's. A vague requirement like 'degree preferred' can trigger an RFE from USCIS, delaying or jeopardizing your petition.
Start the LCA process early with your employer
The employer must file and receive DOL certification of the LCA before submitting your H-1B petition to USCIS. Typical DOL processing runs seven business days, but errors in wage data or worksite addresses cause resets that eat into your timeline.
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Find Quality Assurance Associate JobsQuality Assurance Associate H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Quality Assurance Associate role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer defines the role. USCIS requires that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field, such as engineering, chemistry, or computer science. If the job description accepts any degree or substitutes experience freely, your employer may need to provide additional documentation to satisfy the specialty occupation standard.
Which industries most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Quality Assurance Associates?
Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, semiconductor, and aerospace companies sponsor QA Associates most frequently because regulatory frameworks like FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and FAA quality standards require dedicated quality personnel with technical credentials. Software companies also file for QA roles when the position focuses on test engineering or compliance verification rather than general testing.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for this role?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Quality Assurance Associate positions at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Looking at LCA disclosure data shows you which companies have already cleared DOL certification for this job title, so you can focus applications on employers who have demonstrated willingness and ability to sponsor.
What happens to my H-1B status if my QA role changes scope after I'm sponsored?
A material change in job duties, worksite location, or salary can require your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. Moving from one client site to another or shifting from a QA Associate to a QA Engineer title with different responsibilities typically triggers an amendment obligation, which your employer is responsible for filing.
Can I use O*NET data to support my H-1B specialty occupation argument?
Yes. The O*NET profile for Quality Assurance and Processing Inspectors and related occupations shows education and knowledge requirements that can support your employer's specialty occupation documentation. Attorneys frequently reference O*NET job zone classifications and required knowledge fields in the H-1B petition to demonstrate that the role normally requires a degree in a specific discipline.
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