QA Director Jobs in California

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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Quality Assurance Coordinator

  • San Jose, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 7 days ago

Job Title: Quality Assurance Coordinator Job Location: San Jose-USA-95110 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $19.17 - 29.13 per hour About us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the worlds largest...

Quality Assurance Manager - Aerospace / Manufacturing

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

Ensure the integrity of the quality management system during changes and implementation of new processes....

Manager Quality Assurance

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 1 day ago

Career Category Quality Job Description Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients...

Quality Assurance Coordinator

  • Westlake Village, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Westlake Village, CA
  • 1 day ago

Document and Data Management Maintain and update quality management system documentation (FSQM). Maintain documentation and databases related to vendors and 3rd party service suppliers....

Expertise in Quality Management Systems, including Electronic Data Management Systems (EDMS), Electronic Quality Management Systems (EQMS), and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) such...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Chino, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chino, CA
  • 1 day ago

Manage and improve Quality Management Systems (QMS), documentation, and internal audit programs....

Quality Assurance / Control Manager

  • Newark, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, CA
  • 1 day ago

This role includes managing, enhancing, and implementing the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement....

QA Manager

  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 1 day ago

Communicate Quality Management System updates to the laboratory and monitor Quality Management System implementation throughout the facility....

Senior QA Manager, Computer System Validation

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 2 days ago

Senior QA Manager, Computer System Validation (CSV QA) W2 Contract Salary Range: $145,600 - $166,400 per year Location: Redwood City, CA - Hybrid Role Duties and Responsibilities: Serve as the...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Oakdale, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakdale, CA
  • 2 days ago

Quality Control Manager Pay Rate/Salary: $90k D.O.E Location: Oakdale, CA Schedule: Monday - Friday 7am-4pm Job Description: Seeking an experienced QC Manager in the Steel industry, must be AWS...

Sr. Construction Manager, Quality Assurance, WWRGD - West Pipeline Program

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for people who want to join our ambitious and driven team in the pursuit of excellence for retail grocery project management. You will be part of a team that is developing best in...

Head of Quality Assurance

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

Job Description: AssetMark is a leading wealth management platform dedicated to empowering independent financial advisors. Our mission is to enable financial advisors to make a profound difference...

Quality Assurance Coordinator

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

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients. We are PCI. Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Modesto, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 4 days ago

Join Our Team as a Quality Facilitator! Are you passionate about quality control and environmental management? Do you have a knack for leading teams and implementing statistical process control...

Quality Engineering Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

Management Representative for Quality Systems....

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Salary for QA Director Jobs in California

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

QA Directors in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.5%
Master's Degree
27.4%
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 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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