QA Director Jobs in Irvine, CA

A Quality Assurance (QA) Director is a high-level executive who oversees the quality control operations within a company. They are responsible for developing and implementing quality control systems, establishing standards and guidelines, and ensuring that all products and services meet the required quality benchmarks. They also direct and coordinate the quality control team to ensure that all inspections and tests are accurately done on time. Apart from this, a QA Director is also expected to manage and resolve any quality-related issues, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and standards.

Before becoming a QA Director, one may hold roles such as QA Manager, QA Engineer, or Quality Control Supervisor. A QA Director should possess excellent communication and leadership skills. They should have a keen eye for detail and a strong analytical mind. In terms of educational qualifications, a Bachelor's Degree in Quality, Business, or a relevant field is usually required. Certifications such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), and Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) are highly desirable. Furthermore, they should have a solid understanding of quality control procedures and relevant legal standards, and proficiency in using Quality Management Systems (QMS) and databases.

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Operations Manager-Quality Assurance/systems Manag...

  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

... What you'll do... Communicate with or to individuals or groups verbally andor in writing eg customers suppliers associatesDrive and implement the business plan for area of responsibility to...

Manufacturing Operations QA Director - Irvine, CA (on-site)

  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago

Quality Management: Oversee the development and maintenance of quality programs, systems, processes, and procedures that ensure compliance with policies and standards....

Operations Manager-Quality Assurance/systems Manager (import, Regional, Returns, Wm.com)

  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary... What you'll do... Communicate with or to individuals or groups verbally andor in writing eg customers suppliers associatesDrive and implement the business plan for area of...

Post-Market Quality Engineering Manager, Santa Ana, CA or Santa Rosa, CA

  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 18 Jun 2025 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare...

Quality Assurance Coordinator I

  • Fullerton, CA (12 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA (12 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Overview The Quality Assurance Coordinator I will assist with inspecting incoming and outbound loads to ensure product meets Sprouts Farmers Market standards communicating any issues or concerns...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Placentia, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Placentia, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Implement and maintain an AS9100 certified Quality Management System Basic Duties and Responsibilities: Plan and implement processes conforming to the requirements of AS9100D Train employees during...

Director, QA Validation

  • Irvine, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 8 days ago

B. Braun Medical, Inc. Company: B. BRAUN MEDICAL (US) INC Job Posting Location: Irvine, California, United States, Phoenix, Arizona, United States Functional Area: Quality Working Model: Remote...

Associate Director, QA

  • Irvine, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 9 days ago

Establishes or administers an organizational quality management system and monitors progress against strategic quality-related goals....

Director of Quality Assurance

  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Conduct internal quality audits to ensure compliance to Quality System and regulatory requirements....

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Professional Experience : Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment. Certifications : Certifications such as Lean, Six Sigma, or ASQ-CQE are a plus....

Technical Quality and Compliance Manager

  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

POSITION PURPOSE: The Technical Quality and Compliance Manager leads the IT department's quality assurance, documentation, and audit compliance initiatives. This role ensures organizational...

(USA) Area Manager, Quality Assurance/systems

  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

... What you'll do... Implements the business plan for assigned area of responsibility by communicating goals and managing staffing and scheduling assigning duties and coordinating workloads in...

Quality Assurance Coordinator (Day shift)

  • Fountain Valley, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and thats why were inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of...

Program Manager, Quality Assurance Irvine, CA

  • Irvine, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Coding knowledge: XML/HTML, JavaScript, Python, Java, C/C++/C#, SQL Certifications: PMP, Scrum Master and/or Product Owner, ISTQB....

QA Manager- Product Release

  • Irvine, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 45+ days ago

B. Braun Medical, Inc. Company: B. Braun US Pharmaceutical Manufacturing LLC Job Posting Location: Irvine, California, United States Functional Area: Quality Working Model: Onsite Days of Work:...

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Salary for QA Director Jobs in Irvine, CA

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Highest Education Level

QA Directors in Irvine, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.5%
Master's Degree
27.5%
High School or GED
9.5%
Associate's Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by QA Directors in Irvine, CA
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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