Quality Control Officer Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Quality Control Officer:

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study
  • Solid understanding of product testing, along with a firm grasp of best practices for testing product construction and durability against specifications
  • Significant attention to detail
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes so they can contribute to error reduction and process enhancements
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication skills

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Quality Control Officer skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Quality Control Officer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.