Quality Control Technician Jobs in Maryland
Quality Control Technician jobs in Maryland are concentrated in the Baltimore metro, the I-270 biotech corridor around Rockville and Gaithersburg, and the aerospace and defense hubs near Bethesda and Annapolis, with demand running from entry-level inspection roles to senior process validation positions. Employers with a lasting presence in Maryland that regularly hire quality control technicians include Lockheed Martin, the Johns Hopkins Health System, and McCormick and Company. The most in-demand specialties are pharmaceutical and biotech quality assurance, aerospace and defense parts inspection, and food manufacturing compliance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Quality Control Technician is a member of the Quality Assurance team reporting directly to the Quality & EHS Manager. Primary responsibilities include maintenance of all company measuring and testing equipment in accordance with traceability program requirements, inspection of final products and raw materials/components to include performance of special testing. Assistance in maintaining product certifications and ensuring compliance to applicable regulatory requirements. This position includes direct interaction between the company and customers or suppliers as required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develops and maintains product test procedures for in-process and final QC testing including maintenance of test results database.
- Maintains Metrology Test and Measuring Equipment calibration program in accordance with QA Manual and ISO 17025 requirements; repairs, adjusts, and maintains all company test and measuring equipment.
- Responsible for maintaining site ESD program including test equipment.
- Assist Engineering with design testing, environmental testing, and other special testing of products.
- Assisting where needed to ensure product conformance to CE Directives; maintains CE compliance, HAZLOC, ROHS, REACH, CA Prop 65, and PFAS
- Maintains Quality Assurance related Access databases and knowledge stores.
- Represents Quality Assurance Department in product development teams. Responsible for First Article Inspection program and performing FAIs on mechanical and electrical parts as required.
- Assists inspection personnel for in-process and final inspections of company products.
- Reviews and approves calibration and test procedures written by others.
- Assist in maintaining site ISO 9001 Quality Management System Certification.
- Assists Engineering team on special projects as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience / background:
- Minimum five (5) years of experience using electronic test equipment.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in a Quality Assurance and/or engineering related field.
- Manufacturing and/or metrology lab experience desired.
- Soldering experience to IPC J-STD-001 desired.
- Must be a U.S. Person within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Skills:
- Competent in the use of electrical and mechanical measuring and test equipment.
- Must have strong understanding of electrical testing principles and related test equipment and/or apparatuses.
- Possesses working knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs especially Microsoft Access database.
- Possesses good mechanical aptitude; able to read engineering and manufacturing drawings and documents and understand dimensional and geometric tolerances.
- Ability to understand analog electrical circuits, digital electrical circuits, and circuit schematics.
- Ability to draft test and inspection procedures.
- Knowledge of hazardous location safety concepts and product certification requirements and ATEX requirements and related international hazardous location standards and requirements.
- Knowledge of the European Community’s CE certification requirements for electrical products and similar requirements of other geographic areas
- Familiar with and able to perform basic statistical analysis of data.
- Organized with good recordkeeping, writing, telephone, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Bachelor’s Degree or certification in related Engineering or Scientific discipline preferred.
ENVIRONMENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Manufacturing / Non-Sedentary Requirements:
Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work may be performed in an office or warehouse environment. Typically requires the ability to spend 66%+ hours each workday doing the following activities: stand for extended periods of time, walk, bend, stoop, or climb. May have possible exposure to dust and may require the ability to lift and/or push up to 50 pounds 33% - 66% of the time.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING JOB DUTIES AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or another manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Wilcoxon Sensing Technologies reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign, or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. Wilcoxon Sensing Technologies shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
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What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality control technician jobs across Maryland.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in a science, engineering, or technical field
- Experience with inspection tools including calipers, micrometers, and coordinate measuring machines
- Familiarity with ISO 9001, GMP, or FDA 21 CFR quality standards
- Proficiency in statistical process control and quality management documentation
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications
- ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) credential preferred by many Maryland employers
Quality Control Technician Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality control technician in Maryland?
Most Maryland employers require at least an associate degree in a technical or science discipline, though a bachelor's degree is preferred in the state's large biotech and aerospace sectors. Maryland does not issue a state license specifically for quality control technicians, but earning the ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential is a widely recognized benchmark among hiring managers in the state. Candidates targeting pharmaceutical or food manufacturing roles should also complete training in GMP or FDA regulatory standards.
Which companies hire quality control technicians in Maryland?
Employers hiring quality control technicians in Maryland right now include Ho-Chunk, Chimes, and AstraZeneca, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Maryland's concentration of federal contractors, life sciences companies, and food manufacturers in the Baltimore and I-270 corridor means demand is spread across multiple industries rather than dominated by a single sector.
Which Maryland cities have the most quality control technician jobs?
Bethesda, Baltimore, and Rockville have the most quality control technician openings in Maryland. Baltimore leads because of its large manufacturing base, hospital systems, and port-related industries, while Rockville and Gaithersburg draw substantial demand from the dense cluster of biotech and pharmaceutical companies along the I-270 corridor, and Annapolis and Bethesda reflect hiring from federal defense contractors and government-adjacent employers.
Are there remote quality control technician jobs in Maryland?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality control technician work is primarily hands-on and tied to a physical production or laboratory environment, which limits remote options significantly. About 13% of quality control technician openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to be documentation-heavy roles in supplier quality auditing or quality management system administration rather than traditional inspection work.
How can I get hired as a quality control technician in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for production technician or laboratory assistant roles at Maryland's food manufacturing and biotech companies, where on-the-job training is common and internal moves into quality roles are a recognized pattern. Large employers like McCormick and Company and the network of contract pharmaceutical manufacturers in the I-270 corridor regularly bring in candidates from adjacent roles such as manufacturing associate or lab technician. Completing an ASQ quality fundamentals course or earning a GMP compliance certificate before applying gives entry-level candidates a visible edge with Maryland hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to quality control technician jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to quality control technician jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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