Quality Control Technician Jobs in Virginia

Quality Control Technician jobs in Virginia are consistently active across defense manufacturing, food and beverage processing, pharmaceutical production, and government contracting, with openings at every level from entry inspection roles to senior technician positions. The heaviest hiring is concentrated in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads corridor, where established employers such as Northrop Grumman, Nestlé, and Booz Allen Hamilton maintain significant quality and compliance operations. The most in-demand specialties include ISO auditing, non-destructive testing, and GMP compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles93
Top employerJobot
Top cityNorfolk, VA
Cities hiring45
Work type88% On-site
Top industryStaffing

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Quality Control Supervisor
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Quality Control Supervisor
CW Resources
Hampton, Virginia
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Quality Control Technician
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Quality Control Technician
Wieland Group
Verona, Virginia
Quality Control
$28 - $32/hr
On-Site
High School
5,001-10,000

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Senior Specialist, Regulatory Quality Change Control
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Senior Specialist, Regulatory Quality Change Control
Altria
Richmond, Virginia
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
$92k - $133k/yr
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Quality Control Inspector
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Quality Control Inspector
COMMERCIAL READY MIX PRODUCTS
Chesapeake, Virginia
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
$24 - $26/hr
On-Site
201-500

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Quality Control Inspector
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Quality Control Inspector
Banker Steel Company, LLC
Lynchburg, Virginia
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$25.25 - $32/hr
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Quality Control Technician Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Norfolk
9 jobs
Richmond
9 jobs
Newport News
5 jobs
Virginia Beach
4 jobs
Charlottesville
4 jobs
Ashburn
3 jobs
Herndon
3 jobs
Manassas
3 jobs
Sterling
3 jobs

Quality Control Technician Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Jobot6 open roles
Elite Recruiting & Consulting Services4 open roles
M.C. Dean3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Manufacturing
  • Food & Beverage
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality control technician jobs across Virginia.

  • Associate degree or higher in a technical field such as manufacturing technology or engineering
  • Hands-on experience with inspection tools including calipers, micrometers, and gauges
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management systems and documentation standards
  • Knowledge of GMP regulations relevant to food, pharmaceutical, or defense manufacturing
  • Proficiency with statistical process control methods and quality data reporting software
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and engineering specifications

Quality Control Technician Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality control technician in Virginia?

Most Virginia employers hire quality control technicians with an associate degree in manufacturing technology, industrial technology, or a related field, though a high school diploma combined with hands-on experience is accepted in many production and defense environments. Virginia does not require a state-issued license for the general quality control technician role, but certifications such as the ASQ Certified Quality Inspector or Certified Quality Technician credential are widely recognized by Virginia employers and strengthen candidacy considerably.

Which companies hire quality control technicians in Virginia?

Virginia quality control technician roles are posted by Jobot, Elite Recruiting & Consulting Services, and M.C. Dean and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's concentration of defense contractors, food manufacturers, and government-adjacent suppliers means hiring activity is spread across both large primes and their regional subcontractors.

Which Virginia cities have the most quality control technician jobs?

Norfolk, Richmond, and Newport News lead Virginia for quality control technician openings right now. Northern Virginia's dense cluster of defense contractors and federal agencies drives volume there, while Richmond's food processing, pharmaceutical, and distribution sectors anchor its market, and Hampton Roads benefits from the large naval and shipbuilding operations that demand rigorous inspection and compliance staffing.

Are there remote quality control technician jobs in Virginia?

Yes, but they're rare. Quality control technician work is predominantly hands-on and tied to a physical production floor, lab, or inspection site, which limits remote availability by nature. About 12% of quality control technician openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve documentation review, supplier auditing coordination, or quality systems management rather than direct inspection duties.

How can I get hired as a quality control technician in Virginia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly for production inspector or quality control associate roles at Virginia's food manufacturers, defense suppliers, and distribution centers, where employers commonly hire candidates without prior QC titles and train on the job. Large Virginia employers in sectors like shipbuilding and food processing run structured on-the-job training programs for entry-level hires, and moving laterally from a production operator, warehouse associate, or lab assistant role is a common bridge. Earning the ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential before applying gives candidates a measurable edge even without direct experience.

Where can I find and apply to quality control technician jobs in Virginia?

You can find and apply to quality control technician jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across industries including defense manufacturing, food production, and pharmaceutical operations. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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