QA Engineer Jobs in Ohio
QA Engineer jobs in Ohio are consistently in demand, with strong hiring concentrated in software development, healthcare technology, manufacturing systems, and financial services across seniority levels from entry-level testers through senior quality architects. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor the market, drawing the most openings, while established employers like Nationwide, Cardinal Health, and Keysight Technologies have maintained deep QA engineering headcount in the state for years. Automation testing, Agile QA practices, and embedded systems validation are the specialties showing the most consistent demand across Ohio postings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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With a strong focus on innovation, service, quality, and sustainability, Shearer’s has been awarded the food industry’s highest award for environmental sustainability, as well as multiple Supplier of the Year awards.
Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer’s is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver exceptional products and services that make snacking a time to celebrate for our customers, colleagues, and community.
At Shearer’s Foods, we believe in a skills-first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti-exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential. Your skills, experience, and perspective are valuable—and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us.
Nights Quality Assurance Technician
7PM - 7AM
$21.00 hourly + $3.00
The Quality Assurance Technician ensures analytical, microbiological, sensory attributes and corporate compliance are completed in order to meet the quality standards defined by Shearer’s Snacks and its customers. They are responsible for performing assigned laboratory testing and assuring that equipment is calibrated and running properly. They also monitor the facility operation to ensure compliance with corporate quality requirements, SQF, labeling, GMP’s, food safety, and all other such standards of the plant. The Quality Assurance technicians work with the production team to assure that all proper checks are in place and communicate on a regular basis regarding quality results. Additional duties include training and preparing for audits, documenting results in record keeping database and other duties as assigned. This position reports to the Quality Supervisor.
Experience – 2+ years Previous Quality Assurance /Quality team member experience working in a food and beverage mfg. environment preferred.- Attendance – Good attendance is a must for the QA Tech. This is a skilled position that requires the associate to be reliable on a constant basis. Associates will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis prior to selection.
- Safety Mindset – Create a safety and healthy workplace.
- Language Skills – Must be able to read, understand and effectively communicate with team members in their immediate area.
- Mathematical Skills – Must be able to do simple math, conversions (mm – in., g-oz), and use formulas to compute run rates
- Leadership – The QA Technician will set an example for the QA team, as such they will need to be honest, dependable, punctual, and trustworthy and follow all policies/procedures set forth by Shearers Foods LLC. The QA Technician must have the ability to work well with others.
- Reasoning Ability – Ability to apply common sense understanding and carry out written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems in common operating situations.
- Computer Skills - Must have basic computer skills required to run production. Verifications on the computer will be done routinely throughout the day.
- Time Management – Must be able to follow standard work instructions
- Flexibility: Must be available for pre-shift meetings when applicable and able to work weekends, holidays and overtime when needed.
- Physical Demands: The team member is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The team member must regularly lift and /or move up to 50+ pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus. Team Members must be able to be on their feet for up to 12 hours to keep up with a fast, repetitious pace and to do repetitious lifting.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
With a strong focus on innovation, service, quality, and sustainability, Shearer’s has been awarded the food industry’s highest award for environmental sustainability, as well as multiple Supplier of the Year awards.
Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer’s is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver exceptional products and services that make snacking a time to celebrate for our customers, colleagues, and community.
At Shearer’s Foods, we believe in a skills-first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti-exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential. Your skills, experience, and perspective are valuable—and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us.
Nights Quality Assurance Technician
7PM - 7AM
$21.00 hourly + $3.00
The Quality Assurance Technician ensures analytical, microbiological, sensory attributes and corporate compliance are completed in order to meet the quality standards defined by Shearer’s Snacks and its customers. They are responsible for performing assigned laboratory testing and assuring that equipment is calibrated and running properly. They also monitor the facility operation to ensure compliance with corporate quality requirements, SQF, labeling, GMP’s, food safety, and all other such standards of the plant. The Quality Assurance technicians work with the production team to assure that all proper checks are in place and communicate on a regular basis regarding quality results. Additional duties include training and preparing for audits, documenting results in record keeping database and other duties as assigned. This position reports to the Quality Supervisor.
Experience – 2+ years Previous Quality Assurance /Quality team member experience working in a food and beverage mfg. environment preferred.- Attendance – Good attendance is a must for the QA Tech. This is a skilled position that requires the associate to be reliable on a constant basis. Associates will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis prior to selection.
- Safety Mindset – Create a safety and healthy workplace.
- Language Skills – Must be able to read, understand and effectively communicate with team members in their immediate area.
- Mathematical Skills – Must be able to do simple math, conversions (mm – in., g-oz), and use formulas to compute run rates
- Leadership – The QA Technician will set an example for the QA team, as such they will need to be honest, dependable, punctual, and trustworthy and follow all policies/procedures set forth by Shearers Foods LLC. The QA Technician must have the ability to work well with others.
- Reasoning Ability – Ability to apply common sense understanding and carry out written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems in common operating situations.
- Computer Skills - Must have basic computer skills required to run production. Verifications on the computer will be done routinely throughout the day.
- Time Management – Must be able to follow standard work instructions
- Flexibility: Must be available for pre-shift meetings when applicable and able to work weekends, holidays and overtime when needed.
- Physical Demands: The team member is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The team member must regularly lift and /or move up to 50+ pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus. Team Members must be able to be on their feet for up to 12 hours to keep up with a fast, repetitious pace and to do repetitious lifting.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in QA engineer jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience writing and executing manual and automated test cases
- Proficiency with test automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or Appium
- Familiarity with Agile and Scrum development workflows and sprint-based testing cycles
- Experience with bug-tracking and project management tools such as Jira or Azure DevOps
- Strong communication skills for collaborating with developers, product owners, and stakeholders
QA Engineer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a qa engineer in Ohio?
QA engineering in Ohio requires no state-issued license, so the path runs through education and demonstrated skills. Most Ohio employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or engineering, though candidates with associate degrees who hold recognized certifications like ISTQB Foundation Level are also competitive. Building a portfolio of test scripts and contributing to open-source projects strengthens applications considerably for Ohio's software and healthcare technology employers.
How much do QA engineers make in Ohio?
QA engineers in Ohio earn a median of about $98,000 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,340 for the lowest 10% to over $130,100 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire qa engineers in Ohio?
Employers hiring qa engineers in Ohio right now include Medpace, TALNT, and Tosoh, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's concentration of insurance, healthcare, and manufacturing technology firms means many of the most active qa engineering openings sit with companies that maintain large internal development and compliance teams in the state.
Which Ohio cities have the most qa engineer jobs?
Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland account for the largest share of qa engineer openings in Ohio. Columbus drives the most volume thanks to its dense cluster of insurance headquarters, fintech firms, and health technology companies, while Cleveland and Cincinnati contribute openings tied to manufacturing systems, medical devices, and regional financial services operations anchored in each metro.
Are there remote qa engineer jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than most fields. QA engineering is heavily desk-based and tool-driven, making it well suited to remote work. About 33% of qa engineer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly Ohio employers have accepted distributed quality teams. Test automation, API testing, and performance testing roles are the most consistently offered as fully remote positions.
How can I get hired as a qa engineer in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an associate or junior QA role at one of Ohio's large software or healthcare technology employers, where structured onboarding is common. Companies like Nationwide in Columbus and Cleveland Clinic's digital health division run new-grad programs that include QA rotations. Candidates moving laterally from technical support, business analysis, or manual testing backgrounds are regularly considered, and earning ISTQB Foundation Level certification before applying gives Ohio hiring managers a concrete signal of readiness.
Where can I find and apply to qa engineer jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to qa engineer jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each employer through the listing. No account creation is needed to search and apply.
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