Quality Specialist Jobs in Massachusetts

Quality Specialist jobs in Massachusetts are consistently in demand, with strong concentrations in life sciences, medical devices, defense, and advanced manufacturing, and openings at every level from entry-level technicians to senior quality engineers. The busiest hiring markets are Boston, Worcester, and Lowell, where employers like Raytheon Technologies, Boston Scientific, and Thermo Fisher Scientific maintain large quality operations. The most sought-after specialties include FDA regulatory compliance, ISO 13485 quality systems, and supplier quality management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles52
Top employerVertex Pharmaceuticals
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring22
Work type43% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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UMass Memorial Health
SPD Quality & Education Specialist, 40 Hours, Days
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SPD Quality & Education Specialist, 40 Hours, Days
UMass Memorial Health
Worcester, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$62k.8 - $112k.6/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals
2nd Shift - Quality Control Sr. Associate/Sr. Specialist (contract) 843
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2nd Shift - Quality Control Sr. Associate/Sr. Specialist (contract) 843
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$40 - $55/hr
Bachelor's degree in biology
5,001-10,000

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals
GMP Operational Quality Senior Specialist (Contract) 845
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GMP Operational Quality Senior Specialist (Contract) 845
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Boston, Massachusetts
Accounting
Audit
Compliance & Risk
$60 - $65/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in allied health
5,001-10,000

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Massachusetts (Acton), 01720 - Quality Assurance Specialist - Negotiable Salary - On-Site
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Massachusetts (Acton), 01720 - Quality Assurance Specialist - Negotiable Salary - On-Site
BKOutlooks
Acton, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Jedwards International, Inc
In-Plant Quality Assurance Specialist
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In-Plant Quality Assurance Specialist
Jedwards International, Inc
Braintree, Massachusetts
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
On-Site
51-200

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Quality Specialist Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
17 jobs
Cambridge
5 jobs
Bedford
4 jobs
Acton
3 jobs
Worcester
3 jobs
Hudson
2 jobs
Mansfield
2 jobs
Burlington
2 jobs
Canton
1 job

Quality Specialist Job Market in Massachusetts

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

Who's Hiring

Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Vertex Pharmaceuticals9 open roles
Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences4 open roles
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Entwistle2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality specialist jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical field
  • Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or AS9100 quality management standards
  • Experience with FDA 21 CFR Part 820 or cGMP regulations for medical or pharmaceutical settings
  • Proficiency in root cause analysis tools such as 8D, CAPA, or FMEA
  • ASQ Certified Quality Engineer or Certified Quality Technician credential preferred
  • Familiarity with inspection tools, statistical process control, and quality documentation systems

Quality Specialist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality specialist in Massachusetts?

Most quality specialist roles in Massachusetts require a bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related field, though some manufacturers and defense contractors hire candidates with an associate degree combined with hands-on inspection experience. Massachusetts does not issue a state license for quality specialists, but employers in the life sciences and medical device sectors strongly prefer candidates who hold ASQ credentials such as the Certified Quality Engineer or Certified Quality Technician. Familiarity with FDA regulations and ISO standards is often required before your first interview.

Which companies hire quality specialists in Massachusetts?

Companies currently hiring quality specialists in Massachusetts include Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, and Entwistle, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of medical device, biopharma, and defense contractors means quality roles here often require specialized regulatory knowledge beyond what generalist manufacturers typically need.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most quality specialist jobs?

Boston, Cambridge, and Bedford have the most quality specialist openings in Massachusetts. Boston anchors demand through its life sciences and biopharma corridor, Worcester draws on its strong advanced manufacturing and medical device base, and Lowell reflects the region's deep defense and electronics manufacturing heritage, with large employers like Raytheon Technologies driving consistent hiring in surrounding communities.

Are there remote quality specialist jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're rare. Quality specialist work is largely hands-on, involving physical inspections, audits, and lab or production floor oversight that cannot be done remotely. About 57% of quality specialist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to be in supplier quality management, documentation review, or quality systems roles that are more desk-based by nature.

How can I get hired as a quality specialist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a quality technician or inspector role at a contract manufacturer or medical device company, where on-the-job exposure to ISO and FDA standards builds the foundation employers expect. Massachusetts institutions like Worcester Polytechnic Institute and UMass Lowell place co-op and new-graduate candidates with regional manufacturers. Large employers such as Thermo Fisher Scientific and Boston Scientific run structured associate programs for early-career candidates. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential while still in school gives applicants a measurable edge over candidates without it.

Where can I find and apply to quality specialist jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to quality specialist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search for roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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