Quality Control Technician Jobs in Utah
Quality Control Technician jobs in Utah are concentrated in Salt Lake City, Provo, and Ogden, where manufacturing, medical devices, and defense production drive consistent hiring at every experience level from entry-level inspector to senior QC specialist. Employers like Fresenius Medical Care, Northrop Grumman, and Merit Medical Systems maintain long-term quality teams across the Wasatch Front. The most in-demand specialties are medical device inspection, aerospace component testing, and pharmaceutical process quality. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Quality Control Manager – Heavy Civil Engineering
McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Quality Control Manager with heavy civil construction experience to support projects focused on dam and lock electrical work. The Quality Control Manager is responsible for the implementation and management of the Contractor's and/or Client's Quality Control Program, including the coordination, performance and execution of construction inspection and testing services. The QC Manager is responsible for assuring that the quality of the work meets or exceeds the project's contractual requirements and maintains the standard of excellence established by the firm.
Who we are: McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.
We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States and Canada, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real-world functionality.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement Quality Control practices and procedures
- Ensure all work complies with contractual requirements, specifications, and drawings
- Verify materials incorporated into the project meet approved submittals and specifications
- Execute required testing procedures in accordance with contract documents and industry standards
- Prepare professional correspondence for clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders
- Monitor, document, and track QC documentation, including daily reports, testing and inspection reports, and preparatory/initial meetings
- Review special inspections and material testing performed by third parties
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field highly desired
- 5+ years of heavy civil construction experience in a Quality Control capacity
- Experience with dam and lock electrical work is required
- Previous USACE experience is a plus
- USACE CQCM certification or ability to obtain certification
- OSHA 30 preferred
Physical and Emotional Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Compensation Package:
- Pay Range: $120,000 – $160,000 (DOE)
- Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement. Quality Control Manager assigned to projects more than 70 miles from their residence are eligible for subsistence and home leave benefits. We also offer a company truck or vehicle allowance, along with mobile phone options.
EEO: McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.
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What Utah Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality control technician jobs across Utah.
- High school diploma or GED with at least one year of manufacturing or inspection experience
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards and quality management system documentation
- Experience using calipers, micrometers, and other precision measurement tools
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices relevant to Utah's medical device or pharmaceutical sectors
- ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential or enrollment in a comparable quality certification program
Quality Control Technician Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality control technician in Utah?
Most quality control technician roles in Utah require a high school diploma or associate degree in manufacturing technology, science, or a related field, plus hands-on inspection experience. Utah does not issue a state-specific QC technician license, but employers in medical devices and pharmaceuticals expect familiarity with FDA regulations and ISO standards. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential strengthens your application and is widely recognized by Wasatch Front manufacturers.
Which companies hire quality control technicians in Utah?
Employers hiring quality control technicians in Utah right now include STAKER PARSON COMPANIES, Kilgore, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Utah's concentration of medical device manufacturers and aerospace contractors along the Wasatch Front means QC technician demand here tends to be more specialized and sustained than in many other states.
Which Utah cities have the most quality control technician jobs?
Salt Lake City, Dugway, and Saint George have the most quality control technician openings in Utah. Salt Lake City anchors the market with its mix of medical device, pharmaceutical, and defense employers, while Provo and Ogden follow closely due to the manufacturing corridors along I-15 and the presence of large aerospace and industrial production facilities in those metro areas.
Are there remote quality control technician jobs in Utah?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality control technician work is inherently hands-on, requiring physical inspection of components, equipment calibration, and floor-level documentation. About 17% of quality control technician openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and most of those involve documentation review, supplier auditing, or quality systems administration rather than direct inspection duties.
How can I get hired as a quality control technician in Utah with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to production associate or manufacturing inspector roles at Utah medical device or electronics companies, where on-the-job training is common. Employers like Merit Medical Systems and Northrop Grumman's Utah operations have hired candidates from assembly line and warehouse roles who demonstrated attention to detail. Completing a Utah Valley University or Salt Lake Community College manufacturing technology certificate and pursuing an entry-level ASQ credential will meaningfully separate your application from others with similar backgrounds.
Where can I find and apply to quality control technician jobs in Utah?
You can find and apply to quality control technician jobs in Utah on Migrate Mate, which lists current Utah openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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