QA Manager Jobs in California

A Quality Assurance (QA) Manager in the manufacturing industry is responsible for overseeing the quality of products and processes within the facility. This person will coordinate and supervise activities that ensure design, manufacturing, and testing processes meet the company's quality standards. They will establish procedures for quality control, lead internal audits of the quality systems, and ensure regulatory compliance. QA Managers are also involved in troubleshooting problems, implementing corrective actions, and training staff on new procedures and protocols. They are an integral part of the team, working closely with other departments to promote a culture of quality within the organization.

Important skills for a QA Manager include excellent communication and leadership abilities, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a detailed understanding of quality control methods and regulations. Furthermore, proficiency in statistical analysis and quality control software is highly advantageous. As for certifications, Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB), and Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) are often preferred. Prior roles in the career path to becoming a QA Manager might include Quality Control Inspector, Quality Assurance Analyst, or Quality Engineer.

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Quality Assurance Manager - Aerospace / Manufacturing

  • City of Industry, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • City of Industry, CA
  • 5 days ago

Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) in City of Industry is currently looking for an Engineer to join our team! This role will be reporting to our Engineering Manager at our Aerospace Manufactory...

Anaheim, CA - Mechanical Inspector Level II

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 2 hours ago

For almost 30 years, SQA Services has been a premier leader in the provision of managed supplier quality services for audits, assessments, remote surveillance assessments, corrective actions, remediation...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Cerritos, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Cerritos, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Develop and implement supplier quality assurance processes, performance metrics, and improvement plans....

Quality Control Manager

  • Fontana, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fontana, CA
  • 1 day ago

A large plastics manufacturing client in the Fontana, CA area is seeking a Quality Manager to join their team. This individual will be responsible for maintaining and improving the company-wide...

QC Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

validation protocols and reports Review and approve equipment/instrument qualification, calibration and maintenance records to support the internal GMP lab Participate in project teams, serving as...

Quality Control Manager

  • Visalia, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Visalia, CA
  • 3 days ago

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Control Manager to lead our quality assurance efforts. The Quality Control Manager will be responsible for developing,...

Director of Quality Control

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Director of Quality Assurance Location: Santa Rosa, CA (On-site, Full-Time) Schedule: MondayFriday, with availability for occasional Saturdays as needed Competative Salary with...

Manager, Quality Control Stability

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices....

Sr. Manager - QA Night Shift

  • Concord, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Concord, CA
  • 3 days ago

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world...

Quality Control Manager

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago

Brice Builders LLC Regular Pay Range: $130,000 - $175,000 Why choose us? Our founding company was built more than 50 years ago and has a legacy of welcoming new employees with our commitment to...

Manager, Quality Control

  • Torrance, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 3 days ago

Manager, Quality Control Bachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides. With over 50 years of experience and...

Quality Inspector - Mechanical - Level 2 - 2nd Shift

  • Torrance, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 4 days ago

For nearly 30 years, SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services, offering audits, assessments, remote surveillance, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and...

Quality Control Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Quality Control Manager Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Quality Control Manager to oversee and ensure the quality control processes for large-scale...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 4 days ago

This Quality Manager will have significant responsibility working with supplier quality and manufacturing. The Quality Manager will also provide support to Quality Senior Manager site leads....

We are Constructiv, a Generac Company, empowering your technology through mission critical infrastructure delivery.** Our team has over 20 years of technical project delivery experience. During...

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Salary for QA Manager Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for QA Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

QA Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.9%
High School or GED
21.5%
Master's Degree
17.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.7%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Some College
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by QA Managers in California
4-6 years
48.4%
2-4 years
26.5%
8-10 years
13.2%
6-8 years
10.8%
1-2 years
1.1%



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