Quality Specialist Jobs in New Hampshire

Quality Specialist jobs in New Hampshire are consistently active, with demand concentrated in the state's advanced manufacturing, medical device, and defense sectors at levels from entry-level inspector to senior quality engineer. Manchester, Nashua, and the Seacoast region around Portsmouth are the primary hiring hubs, where employers such as BAE Systems, Velcro USA, and Dartmouth Health maintain ongoing quality teams. The most in-demand specialties are ISO quality systems management, supplier quality assurance, and regulatory compliance for FDA-regulated manufacturing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles6
Top employerLonza
Top cityPortsmouth, NH
Cities hiring5
Work type60% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Carrigan Auto Group LLC.
Automotive Reconditioning & Quality Control Specialist
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Carrigan Auto Group LLC.
New 13h ago
Automotive Reconditioning & Quality Control Specialist
Carrigan Auto Group LLC.
Manchester, New Hampshire
Business Operations
$17 - $20/hr
On-Site
11-50

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Lonza
Quality Control Specialist
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Lonza
Added 1w ago
Quality Control Specialist
Lonza
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
On-Site
Associate's degree
10,000+

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Dartmouth Health
Registered Nurse (RN) - Quality and Safety Specialist
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Dartmouth Health
Added 2w ago
Registered Nurse (RN) - Quality and Safety Specialist
Dartmouth Health
Lebanon, New Hampshire
Clinical Trials
Data Analytics
Data Science
$82k - $131k/yr
Hybrid
Six Sigma Certification

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Smiths Group
Quality Specialist - Designated Supplier Quality Representative (DSQR)
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Smiths Group
Added 1mo ago
Quality Specialist - Designated Supplier Quality Representative (DSQR)
Smiths Group
Laconia, New Hampshire
Compliance & Risk
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
201-500

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Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
Analytical Quality Specialist
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Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
Added 1mo ago
Analytical Quality Specialist
Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Business Analysis
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
Associate's degree in chemistry
51-200

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Quality Specialist Jobs by City in New Hampshire

Where New Hampshire roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Portsmouth
2 jobs
Bedford
1 job
Laconia
1 job
Lebanon
1 job
Manchester
1 job

Quality Specialist Job Market in New Hampshire

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

Who's Hiring

Lonza
Lonza1 open role
Smiths
Smiths1 open role
Dartmouth Health
Dartmouth Health1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What New Hampshire Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality management, or a related field
  • Certified Quality Engineer or Certified Quality Auditor credential from ASQ preferred
  • Hands-on experience with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management systems
  • Proficiency with statistical process control tools and root cause analysis methods
  • Familiarity with FDA 21 CFR Part 820 or defense quality standards such as NADCAP
  • Experience using CMMs, gauge equipment, or other dimensional inspection tools

Quality Specialist Jobs in New Hampshire: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality specialist in New Hampshire?

Most quality specialist roles in New Hampshire require a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing technology, or a related discipline, though associates-degree holders with strong shop-floor experience do get hired into inspection roles. New Hampshire has no state-issued license specific to quality specialists, so the most recognized credential is ASQ certification such as the Certified Quality Technician or Certified Quality Engineer. Employers in the state's defense and medical device sectors weigh ASQ credentials heavily when comparing candidates.

Which companies hire quality specialists in New Hampshire?

Companies currently hiring quality specialists in New Hampshire include Lonza, Smiths, and Dartmouth Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New Hampshire's concentration of precision manufacturers, defense contractors, and hospital systems means quality roles appear across a broad range of employer types and sizes throughout the state.

Which New Hampshire cities have the most quality specialist jobs?

The cities with the most quality specialist openings in New Hampshire are Portsmouth, Bedford, and Laconia. Manchester and Nashua anchor the southern tier where the state's densest cluster of advanced manufacturers and defense suppliers operates, while Portsmouth and the Seacoast corridor draw openings tied to BAE Systems and the region's growing life sciences presence.

Are there remote quality specialist jobs in New Hampshire?

Yes, but they're rare. Quality specialist work is largely hands-on, involving physical audits, inspection floor oversight, and supplier site visits that require in-person presence. About 40% of quality specialist openings tied to New Hampshire are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in supplier quality management, quality systems documentation, and regulatory compliance writing rather than direct inspection roles.

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

The most realistic entry path is a quality technician or incoming inspection role at one of New Hampshire's manufacturers, where you work under a certified quality engineer and build measurable experience with gauging and documentation. BAE Systems and larger Nashua-area manufacturers run structured early-career programs that hire candidates straight from technical programs at institutions like Manchester Community College or SNHU. Earning the ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential before applying gives a clear edge over candidates with identical experience, and transitioning from a production operator or machinist role is a common lateral move that hiring managers in the state recognize.

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

You can find and apply to quality specialist jobs in New Hampshire on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and target location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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