Quality Assurance Lead Jobs in New York
Quality Assurance Lead jobs in New York are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in pharmaceuticals, financial services, technology, and consumer goods manufacturing. New York City, Buffalo, and Albany are the largest hiring metros for this role, and employers such as Pfizer, JPMorgan Chase, and IBM regularly bring on quality assurance leads at levels from junior to senior program oversight. The most in-demand specialties are software quality assurance, pharmaceutical compliance QA, and financial services audit readiness. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description:
The QA Inspector monitors and ensures all incoming raw materials, packaging components and returned goods are sampled, inspected and tested (where applicable) for the purpose of determining compliance with established specifications. The QA Inspector must monitor and ensure all phases of drug manufacturing are in compliance with established specifications; receive, inspect, release and control of labels and outserts, to ensure quality compliance before, during and after each packaging run.
Essential Functions:
- Perform Inspection, sampling and testing where applicable on all incoming raw materials, packaging components and returned goods following detailed written procedures. Preparation of samples for chemical and microbiological (where required) analysis and delivering them to the QC lab. Inspection and test of packaging components utilizing various measuring devices such as scales, micrometers and height gauges to determine conformance to specifications. Maintaining detailed records of sampling, inspections and testing activities. Assigning and verification of expiry date and retest date for all the GMP raw materials through vendor COA and in-house COA. Collection of packaged product samples for annual stability.
- Perform room, equipment, and packaging line checks (where applicable) prior to each stage of manufacturing following detailed written procedures. Conduct in process testing per manufacturing and packaging batch record instructions. Prepare controlled / uncontrolled / packaged finished product samples for QC lab and QA retains, following detailed documentation procedures. Maintenance of standard weights required to perform daily verification of balances.
- Labeling component receipt, visual examination, counting, preliminary inspection and sampling. Preparation of labeling components/outserts inspection reports; quarantine and release labels and maintaining incoming components log and corresponding inventory cards. Issuance of labeling components/outserts according to packaging order and regular monitoring and auditing of label room. Fill out the QA final labeled product inspection report, final line clearance which includes labeling and packaging reconciliation paperwork.
- Compliance of Warehouse area in terms of Isolation of Quarantine, Released, In-Process, Finished Product, Packaged Product, Returned Goods, and Rejected areas.
- Ensure the proper isolation of rejected material generated during batch process and accountability in the batch record Monitor facility and product environmental operating conditions
Additional Responsibilities:
- Operate, maintain and calibrate Hardness tester, Friabilator, Weight Variation system, weighing scales and balances, label counting machine, and Kirby Lester tablet counters according to established schedules and maintain detailed calibration records
- Collection of samples to reassay bulk finished product before expiration
- Work in a Contained Manufacturing area/facility following all precautions and procedures
- Visual inspection and preparation of report of all products for APR
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Education:
- High School or GED - Required
Experience:
- 1 year or more in 1 year in QA or related field
Specialized Knowledge:
- Good basic math knowledge and excellent attention to details. Records observations for improving processes.
Additional Requirement: This position requires successful completion of an OSHA-compliant Respirator Fit Test.
The hourly base salary for this position ranges from $19.50 to $23.50 per hour. Amneal ranges reflect the Company’s good faith estimate of base salary that Amneal reasonably believes that it will pay for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, geographic location and other relevant skills. At the heart of our Total Rewards commitment is a comprehensive, flexible and competitive benefits program for eligible positions that enables you to choose the plans and coverage that meet your personal needs. This includes above-market, diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our employees as well as a significant 401(k) matching contribution to help our employees save for retirement. We also promote employee well-being with programs that helps you enjoy your career alongside life’s many other commitments and opportunities.
Amneal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact us at accommodations@amneal.com . Requests will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws.
Description:
The QA Inspector monitors and ensures all incoming raw materials, packaging components and returned goods are sampled, inspected and tested (where applicable) for the purpose of determining compliance with established specifications. The QA Inspector must monitor and ensure all phases of drug manufacturing are in compliance with established specifications; receive, inspect, release and control of labels and outserts, to ensure quality compliance before, during and after each packaging run.
Essential Functions:
- Perform Inspection, sampling and testing where applicable on all incoming raw materials, packaging components and returned goods following detailed written procedures. Preparation of samples for chemical and microbiological (where required) analysis and delivering them to the QC lab. Inspection and test of packaging components utilizing various measuring devices such as scales, micrometers and height gauges to determine conformance to specifications. Maintaining detailed records of sampling, inspections and testing activities. Assigning and verification of expiry date and retest date for all the GMP raw materials through vendor COA and in-house COA. Collection of packaged product samples for annual stability.
- Perform room, equipment, and packaging line checks (where applicable) prior to each stage of manufacturing following detailed written procedures. Conduct in process testing per manufacturing and packaging batch record instructions. Prepare controlled / uncontrolled / packaged finished product samples for QC lab and QA retains, following detailed documentation procedures. Maintenance of standard weights required to perform daily verification of balances.
- Labeling component receipt, visual examination, counting, preliminary inspection and sampling. Preparation of labeling components/outserts inspection reports; quarantine and release labels and maintaining incoming components log and corresponding inventory cards. Issuance of labeling components/outserts according to packaging order and regular monitoring and auditing of label room. Fill out the QA final labeled product inspection report, final line clearance which includes labeling and packaging reconciliation paperwork.
- Compliance of Warehouse area in terms of Isolation of Quarantine, Released, In-Process, Finished Product, Packaged Product, Returned Goods, and Rejected areas.
- Ensure the proper isolation of rejected material generated during batch process and accountability in the batch record Monitor facility and product environmental operating conditions
Additional Responsibilities:
- Operate, maintain and calibrate Hardness tester, Friabilator, Weight Variation system, weighing scales and balances, label counting machine, and Kirby Lester tablet counters according to established schedules and maintain detailed calibration records
- Collection of samples to reassay bulk finished product before expiration
- Work in a Contained Manufacturing area/facility following all precautions and procedures
- Visual inspection and preparation of report of all products for APR
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Education:
- High School or GED - Required
Experience:
- 1 year or more in 1 year in QA or related field
Specialized Knowledge:
- Good basic math knowledge and excellent attention to details. Records observations for improving processes.
Additional Requirement: This position requires successful completion of an OSHA-compliant Respirator Fit Test.
The hourly base salary for this position ranges from $19.50 to $23.50 per hour. Amneal ranges reflect the Company’s good faith estimate of base salary that Amneal reasonably believes that it will pay for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, geographic location and other relevant skills. At the heart of our Total Rewards commitment is a comprehensive, flexible and competitive benefits program for eligible positions that enables you to choose the plans and coverage that meet your personal needs. This includes above-market, diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our employees as well as a significant 401(k) matching contribution to help our employees save for retirement. We also promote employee well-being with programs that helps you enjoy your career alongside life’s many other commitments and opportunities.
Amneal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact us at accommodations@amneal.com . Requests will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws.
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Quality Assurance Lead Job Market in New York
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consumer Goods
- Food & Beverage
- Technology & Software
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Consulting & Professional Services
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance lead jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as engineering, computer science, or life sciences
- Three or more years of quality assurance experience with demonstrated leadership responsibilities
- Proficiency with QA methodologies including Agile, SDLC, or GMP depending on the industry
- Experience writing and executing test plans, test cases, and defect reports
- Familiarity with industry-specific regulatory frameworks such as FDA 21 CFR Part 11 or ISO 9001
- Strong communication skills to coordinate across cross-functional teams and present findings to management
Quality Assurance Lead Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality assurance lead in New York?
Most quality assurance lead roles in New York require a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, life sciences, or a related field, combined with progressive QA experience. There is no state-issued license specific to the role, but industry certifications such as the Certified Quality Engineer or Certified Software Quality Engineer from the American Society for Quality are widely recognized by New York employers and give candidates a meaningful competitive edge when applying.
How much do quality assurance leads make in New York?
Quality assurance leads in New York earn a median of about $121,240 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,180 for the lowest 10% to over $182,910 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire quality assurance leads in New York?
Employers hiring quality assurance leads in New York right now include Cognizant, Curia, and NTT DATA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New York's dense mix of pharmaceutical manufacturers, financial institutions, and enterprise technology firms means demand for this role is distributed across multiple industries rather than concentrated in one sector.
Which New York cities have the most quality assurance lead jobs?
New York, Brooklyn, and Rochester have the most quality assurance lead openings in New York. New York City leads due to its concentration of financial services firms, tech companies, and large corporate headquarters, while Buffalo and Albany generate demand through pharmaceutical manufacturing, state government operations, and regional healthcare systems that maintain dedicated quality functions.
Are there remote quality assurance lead jobs in New York?
Yes, and more than many comparable leadership roles. About 33% of quality assurance lead openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on documentation, test planning, and cross-team coordination rather than physical inspection. Software and financial services QA roles are the most likely to offer fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a quality assurance lead in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a quality assurance analyst or QA tester role first, then building toward a lead position over time. Large New York employers in pharma and finance often hire entry-level QA associates who rotate through testing, documentation, and compliance functions before advancing. Earning a Certified Associate in Software Quality or completing a QA bootcamp recognized by New York tech employers helps candidates without a formal background stand out when applying to analyst roles that feed into lead tracks.
Where can I find and apply to quality assurance lead jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to quality assurance lead jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each one through the listing.
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