Potential earnings
£73,934.92
Quality assurance and regulatory professionals plan, organise, co-ordinate and direct the effective measurement monitoring and reporting on the qualitative and regulatory aspects of a specified tangible (industrial production) or non-tangible (service provision) output.
Main tasks
- Examines operating procedures to ensure the process and the product meet regulatory standards and implements changes necessary to ensure compliance.
- Examines current operating procedures to determine how quality may be improved.
- Considers the impact of legislation upon specification requirements.
- Analyses and reports upon the results of quality control tests to ensure that production remains within specification.
- Develops and implements visual, physical, functional or other appropriate measures and tests of quality.
Source: Office for National Statistics.
Salary and earnings
Average earnings
£40,650.99
Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).
Skills & knowledge
The top 5 most important skills and knowledge requirements relevant to this career.
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
What course level do I need to study?
The level of study required will vary with each job, sector and company. The table below shows the level of study achieved by those currently working in this career choice.
Educational requirements: Honours, Bachelor's degree
Source: Office for National Statistics.
| Level of study | Percentage achieved |
|---|---|
| Level 0 | 1% |
| Level 1 | 2% |
| Level 2 | 11% |
| Level 3 | 13% |
| Level 4-5 (Higher Education) | 9% |
| Level 6 (Bachelors) | 43% |
| Level 7 (Masters or equivalent) | 18% |
| Level 8 (Doctorate) | 4% |
Source: Labour Force Survey (LFS) data.
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