QA Tester Salary in Connecticut, USA

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.Your Key Responsibilities The Non-Destructive Testing Engineer Level III oversees NDT processes, ensuring continual improvement and compliance. Supports multiple Connecticut locations, requiring frequent travel for consistent implementation and collaboration. Manages NDT personnel qualifications and certifications, maintaining rigorous standards. Provides or supervises training, examinations, and certifications for NDT personnel. Conducts audits of external agencies to verify compliance with company standards. Interprets test results, determines acceptance/rejection based on codes and standards. Approves test methods, techniques, and procedures as needed. Collaborates with engineering on product design and tooling to integrate NDT requirements. Reviews and approves engineering drawings to ensure NDT compliance. Appoints NDT personnel, auditors, instructors, and examiners in conjunction with QA Manager, ensuring competence and alignment with company standards. Your QualificationsRequired: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Associates degree in NDT 3 - 5 years' experience in directly related field (level III) Computer literate with Microsoft applications Good written and verbal communication skills This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Preferred: Six Sigma Green Belt Certification desired. ASQ Certified Quality Engineer/Reliability Engineer Our Offering Hiring Bonus: $1500.00 paid out in steps Medical, dental and vision insurance Life insurance and 401k eligible with up to 6% company match Please see all our benefit offerings at Schaeffler Benefits As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.www.schaeffler.com/careersSchaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.Keywords: strongertogether Quality;Job Type: Engineer Job Family: Quality Contract Type: Not Applicable Schedule: Full-TimeJob Segment: Six Sigma, Test Engineer, QA Tester, Quality Engineer, Aerospace Engineering, Management, Engineering, Quality

Test Engineer I - Surgical Operating UnitOur Surgical OU is one new, powerful operating unit bringing together the people and product portfolio of Surgical Innovations and Surgical Robotics. We'll approach the market with a unified approach from concept single strategy, capitalize on our global commercial capabilities, and prove the power of our combined portfolio.With the Medtronic Mission as our North Star, we will build on our legacy of proven surgical solutions and advance the promise of robotics and digital solutions for the benefit of Medtronic and the customers and patients we serve.This role is based in North Haven, CT and will not be offering relocation assistance.Careers that Change LivesEngineers are indispensable to achieving our Mission. That's why we empower you to bring the best of your experience to bear on our market-leading portfolio of innovations. Apply your existing skills and develop new ones, with the training, mentorship and the guidance you need to continue to develop your expertise. With roles in specific business units, as well as at the corporate level, you're sure to find an opportunity to make an impact that's right for you. Today, we're partnering across the industry to confront systemic healthcare challenges - this requires bold leadership. If you want a challenging, energizing, rewarding career that changes lives, join us. Help us bring the next generation of life-changing medical technology to patients worldwide.A Day in the Life Drive the continuous improvement activities of a Testing Services team. Balance multiple projects and responsibilities having to do with test lab maintenance, safety, efficiency improvement, and quality enhancement. Author and manage JSAs (Job Safety Analysis), SDS (Safety Data Sheets), and other EHS compliance documents. Monitor and renew the calibration of various electronic, electrical, and mechanical measurement devices. Manage equipment and test material inventory to help with test planning and reordering. Independently execute and document System tests to support System verification. Document tests via test methods and test reports. Route documents for approval (strong writing skills) Perform Gage R&R studies to validate test methods. Perform IQ/OQ to validate test equipment Perform statistical analysis such as: ANOVA, t-test, tolerance interval, normality test, etc. Prepare and operate various lab equipment such as Instron mechanical testers, oscilloscope, force gauges, data loggers, etc. Some travel may be required depending on the project demands at the time. Designs, develops, and implements testing methods and equipment. Plans and arranges the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing and evaluating standard and special devices. Provides test area with parameters for sample testing and specifies tests to be performed. Compiles data and defines changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements. Responsible for testing all customer samples and for special tests that cannot be performed in the test area. Additional tasks as assigned Must Have: Minimum Requirements Bachelors degree with 0 years of engineering experience Nice to Have Bachelor's Degree in a technical field such as engineering 1+ year of medical device Test Engineering experience Knowledge and experience with Medtronic's Surgical Operating Unit and products Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in an ambiguous environment Experience with Medical Product verification and FDA guidance. Thorough understanding of creating test methods for verifying product requirements and validating test methods (Gage R&R) Experience creating IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and executing them. Experience with basic statistics and use of Minitab Experience working with QA to ensure testing meets Quality and Regulatory needs. Experience working with Systems, Mechanical, Electrical and Software engineers when discovering,documenting, and resolving issues. Experience using Instron mechanical tester, oscilloscope, force gauges, and LabVIEW About MedtronicTogether, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.Physical Job RequirementsThe physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description 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. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager, recruiter or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)CompensationA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefits here .This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) on page 6 here .The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations).The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience,certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.

Test Engineer II - Surgical Operating UnitOur Surgical OU is one new, powerful operating unit bringing together the people and product portfolio of Surgical Innovations and Surgical Robotics. We'll approach the market with a unified approach from concept single strategy, capitalize on our global commercial capabilities, and prove the power of our combined portfolio.With the Medtronic Mission as our North Star, we will build on our legacy of proven surgical solutions and advance the promise of robotics and digital solutions for the benefit of Medtronic and the customers and patients we serve.This role is based in North Haven, CT and will not be offering relocation assistance.Careers that Change LivesEngineers are indispensable to achieving our Mission. That's why we empower you to bring the best of your experience to bear on our market-leading portfolio of innovations. Apply your existing skills and develop new ones, with the training, mentorship and the guidance you need to continue to develop your expertise. With roles in specific business units, as well as at the corporate level, you're sure to find an opportunity to make an impact that's right for you. Today, we're partnering across the industry to confront systemic healthcare challenges - this requires bold leadership. If you want a challenging, energizing, rewarding career that changes lives, join us. Help us bring the next generation of life-changing medical technology to patients worldwide.A Day in the Life Drive the continuous improvement activities of a Testing Services team. Balance multiple projects and responsibilities having to do with test lab maintenance, safety, efficiency improvement, and quality enhancement. Author and manage JSAs (Job Safety Analysis), SDS (Safety Data Sheets), and other EHS compliance documents. Monitor and renew the calibration of various electronic, electrical, and mechanical measurement devices. Manage equipment and test material inventory to help with test planning and reordering. Independently execute and document System tests to support System verification. Document tests via test methods and test reports. Route documents for approval (strong writing skills) Perform Gage R&R studies to validate test methods. Perform IQ/OQ to validate test equipment Perform statistical analysis such as: ANOVA, t-test, tolerance interval, normality test, etc. Prepare and operate various lab equipment such as Instron mechanical testers, oscilloscope, force gauges, data loggers, etc. Some travel may be required depending on the project demands at the time. Designs, develops, and implements testing methods and equipment. Plans and arranges the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing and evaluating standard and special devices. Provides test area with parameters for sample testing and specifies tests to be performed. Compiles data and defines changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements. Responsible for testing all customer samples and for special tests that cannot be performed in the test area. Additional tasks as assigned Must Have: Minimum Requirements Bachelors degree with 2 years of engineering experience OR An advanced degree with 0 years of engineering experience Nice to Have Bachelor's Degree/Advanced Degree in a technical field such as engineering 2+ years of medical device Test Engineering experience Knowledge and experience with Medtronic's Surgical Operating Unit and products Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in an ambiguous environment Experience with Medical Product verification and FDA guidance. Thorough understanding of creating test methods for verifying product requirements and validating test methods (Gage R&R) Experience creating IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and executing them. Experience with basic statistics and use of Minitab Experience working with QA to ensure testing meets Quality and Regulatory needs. Experience working with Systems, Mechanical, Electrical and Software engineers when discovering,documenting, and resolving issues. Experience using Instron mechanical tester, oscilloscope, force gauges, and LabVIEW About MedtronicTogether, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.Physical Job RequirementsThe physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description 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. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager, recruiter or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)CompensationA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefits here .This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) on page 6 here .The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations).The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience,certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.

Test Engineer I - Surgical Operating UnitOur Surgical OU is one new, powerful operating unit bringing together the people and product portfolio of Surgical Innovations and Surgical Robotics. We'll approach the market with a unified approach from concept single strategy, capitalize on our global commercial capabilities, and prove the power of our combined portfolio.With the Medtronic Mission as our North Star, we will build on our legacy of proven surgical solutions and advance the promise of robotics and digital solutions for the benefit of Medtronic and the customers and patients we serve.This role is based in North Haven, CT and will not be offering relocation assistance.Careers that Change LivesEngineers are indispensable to achieving our Mission. That's why we empower you to bring the best of your experience to bear on our market-leading portfolio of innovations. Apply your existing skills and develop new ones, with the training, mentorship and the guidance you need to continue to develop your expertise. With roles in specific business units, as well as at the corporate level, you're sure to find an opportunity to make an impact that's right for you. Today, we're partnering across the industry to confront systemic healthcare challenges - this requires bold leadership. If you want a challenging, energizing, rewarding career that changes lives, join us. Help us bring the next generation of life-changing medical technology to patients worldwide.A Day in the Life Drive the continuous improvement activities of a Testing Services team. Balance multiple projects and responsibilities having to do with test lab maintenance, safety, efficiency improvement, and quality enhancement. Author and manage JSAs (Job Safety Analysis), SDS (Safety Data Sheets), and other EHS compliance documents. Monitor and renew the calibration of various electronic, electrical, and mechanical measurement devices. Manage equipment and test material inventory to help with test planning and reordering. Independently execute and document System tests to support System verification. Document tests via test methods and test reports. Route documents for approval (strong writing skills) Perform Gage R&R studies to validate test methods. Perform IQ/OQ to validate test equipment Perform statistical analysis such as: ANOVA, t-test, tolerance interval, normality test, etc. Prepare and operate various lab equipment such as Instron mechanical testers, oscilloscope, force gauges, data loggers, etc. Some travel may be required depending on the project demands at the time. Designs, develops, and implements testing methods and equipment. Plans and arranges the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing and evaluating standard and special devices. Provides test area with parameters for sample testing and specifies tests to be performed. Compiles data and defines changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements. Responsible for testing all customer samples and for special tests that cannot be performed in the test area. Additional tasks as assigned Must Have: Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree with 0 years of engineering experience Nice to Have Bachelor's Degree in a technical field such as engineering 1+ year of medical device Test Engineering experience Knowledge and experience with Medtronic's Surgical Operating Unit and products Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in an ambiguous environment Experience with Medical Product verification and FDA guidance. Thorough understanding of creating test methods for verifying product requirements and validating test methods (Gage R&R) Experience creating IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and executing them. Experience with basic statistics and use of Minitab Experience working with QA to ensure testing meets Quality and Regulatory needs. Experience working with Systems, Mechanical, Electrical and Software engineers when discovering,documenting, and resolving issues. Experience using Instron mechanical tester, oscilloscope, force gauges, and LabVIEW About MedtronicTogether, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.Physical Job RequirementsThe physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description 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. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager, recruiter or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)CompensationA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefits here .This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) on page 6 here .The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations).The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience,certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.

The Business Tester role will focus on Cigna Pharmacy/Core Solutions Business Testing for complex and large scale/cross functional initiatives. This role is responsible for ensuring products/enhancements are tested prior to their official launch to identify potential problems and ensure quality when implemented. The Business Test lead collaborates with various business operational stakeholders and the Integrated Solution Manager to ensure an adequate test plan is in place and executed to validate business requirements, ensuring a seamless product/enhancement release into production.Responsibilities Work closely with the project teams to understand project business requirements, impacts/changes identified in the process modeling and business user impacts.Collaborate with several business functions/operational teams to identify their business testing needs to ensure the code/software is tested per the business requirements.Define and document business test scenarios with expected acceptance criteria to validate software functionality against business requirements and specifications.Ensure test scenarios are socialized, sign-off requested and received.Ensure the execution of the business testing is completed within the expected completion date.Ensure defects/issues are documented and tracked and escalated to appropriate teams, including technology, for defect resolution before systems go live. Support solutioning of issues/defects that will correct the product/enhancement before the release to market.Report out on business testing status.Work closely with Technology developers, QA teams and other operational teams to ensure the products/enhancements meet the business expectations, and thus, drive business growth.Work with technology teams to ensure business test scenarios are executed in the appropriate environment. If the business is unable to obtain access to execute business test scenarios in a lower region, ensure the test team executes and reviews the evidence and outcomes with the business.Ensure test evidence review is completed and sign-off requested and obtained from the business teams.Accountable for business testing that occurs before technology changes move into production and from a post go-live business check-out/testing perspective.Attend and participate in project status and ad hoc meetings.Develop ongoing quality controls and testing procedures that can be reused for projects/programs.Support lessons learned. Provide recommendations to improve the Cigna Pharmacy/Core Solutions Business Testing process and contribute to on-going process improvements within the role.Support the Cigna Pharmacy Issues Management process and lead assigned issues through closure by following defined best practices while keeping artifacts updated.Support Pilot initiatives and other responsibilities as directed.Qualifications2+ years of experience in testing, quality assurance or similar roles.Excellent problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset.Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact with all levels.Excellent interpersonal skills.Excellent organizational skills/attention to detail.Healthcare/Pharmacy domain experience/knowledge necessary.Ability to engage in a highly matrixed organization.Excellent attention to detail.Excellent leadership skills to oversee and execute plans.Ability to develop trusting working partnerships with business and technology partners.Able to manage multiple priorities and execute to meet defined timelines.Leverage experience and knowledge of business needs to identify business testing needs.Effective under pressure.Strong business acumen, with proven ability to leverage knowledge base to quickly come up to speed in new business areas and new projects.Critical thinking skills.Highly collaborative experience working with cross-functional initiatives, with high complexity to deliver a defined set of outcomes and objectives.Proficient in SharePoint, MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, MS Outlook, MS Visio, Confluence, MS Project.If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.About Cigna Healthcare Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: [email protected] for support. Do not email [email protected] for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response. The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.

Patco Brands is one of the fastest growing beverage companies in the United States. Independently owned, Patco has established itself by using 100% Blue Weber Agave and a proprietary process to innovate within the fast growing ready-to-drink spirits category.Patco is a maker of margaritas, tequila, hard seltzers, Irish cream liqueur, and other spirits, under our own brands and for private labels. Our own brands and private labels, with nationwide distribution, include:• Rancho La Gloria Ready to Drink Margaritas • Rancho La Gloria Ranch Water • Big Sipz• Kirkland Signature Tequila • Kirkland Signature Hard Seltzers• Dough Ball WhiskeyPatco products are sold in every major retailer including Costco, H.E.B., Kroger's, Target, Walmart, and Whole Foods Market, just to name a few.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Senior Manager of Quality Assurance will play an integral part in the continued development and improvement of our quality assurance program. This role will require a deep understanding of quality management systems, a strong sense of urgency, and a passion for delivering products that exceed customers' expectations. The Senior Manager of Quality Assurance is responsible for real time QA communication for contract wine, beer, spirits, dairy, and frozen treat production and leads continuous development of laboratory methods and procedures. Travel ability required.Responsibilities: Continue to develop and maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS) with existing team to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.Support the continuous improvement of QMS processes, including documentation, audits, and corrective/preventive actions.Collaborate cross-functionally with teams to establish and enforce product quality specifications, ensuring consistency and adherence to brand and company standards.Conduct regular product quality inspections and audits and lead investigations into any deviations from established standards.Train and provide ongoing guidance and Quality related directives to the company and Contract Manufactures.Assist with creating and implementing SOPs for all contract manufactures.Work closely with procurement team to establish and maintain a flow of high-quality raw materials and ingredients. Develop and implement quality assurance programs to monitor raw materials and ingredients.Gather, analyze data and prepare reports related to the various production processes of our complex portfolio.Be in the know of new and upcoming industry regulations and standards related to beverage manufacturing ensuring company compliance with local, national, and international regulations.Performs other related duties as assigned and/or required.Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in food science, chemistry, biology or a related field; master's• 6+ years of progressive experience in quality assurance within the food, beverage or alc bev industry• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail.• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams to drive successful product development initiatives.• Extensive professional post-college experience in Quality Assurance, including experience managing a Quality Assurance program.• Experience with a Food Safety Management SystemBy applying for this position, we are collecting personal information from you. Please read our privacy notice in the link below for information on how we collect and process your personal information.https://www.patcobrands.com/privacy-policy/

2 year contract position 2ND SHIFT: 3pm-11:30pm, pay $33.75/hrJOB DESCRIPTIONThe Test Engineer shall support test activities to best meet the project's requirements. This position will be a part of a R&D Systems Engineering team and will interface with cross-functional team members. You will be responsible for executing tests, analyzing data, documenting results, and ensuring that all documentation passes quality review.You will:Execute and document System testsAuthor Test Reports and route documents for approval (strong writing skills)Create quality and safety related documentation to support validity of test.Communicate test related activities and results with multi-disciplinary team membersPerform gauge repeatability and reproducibilityProvide input to engineers to assist in the development of test protocols and prototype builds.Perform mechanical and electrical testing to evaluate new and existing products.Generate and analyze test data, and report results per departmental procedures.Prepare and operate various lab equipment such as Instron mechanical testers, visual inspection, autoclaves, etc.Participate in continuous improvement activities of a Testing Services team.May serve as an extended team member for engineering team meetings.Train operators to appropriate SOP'sAdhere to safety policies and procedures.Must Have:Bachelor's Degree and 0-1 years of relevant experienceNice to have:Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline, preferably engineering (Biomedical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering) with 1 year working in a STEM field. Understanding of creating test methods for verifying product requirementsFamiliarity with basic statistics and use of MinitabAbility to work with QA to ensure testing meets Quality and Regulatory needs.Ability to work with Systems, Mechanical, Electrical and Software engineers when discovering, documenting, and resolving issues.Experience using oscilloscope, force gauges, and LabVIEW