QA Manager Jobs in California

A QA (Quality Assurance) Manager in the quality control industry is responsible for implementing and managing systems that ensure products meet established quality standards. These professionals oversee the inspection and testing of materials, parts, and products to detect defects and deviations from specifications. The QA Manager plans, directs, coordinates, and leads activities to ensure quality control processes are effective. They're also responsible for training and leading QA team members, identifying issues in efficiency and suggest improvements, and ensuring that all tests and procedures are properly understood, carried out, and evaluated.

A potential QA Manager should have a range of important skills including attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and leadership qualities. They should have a strong understanding of quality control standards and methodologies, and proficiency with quality control software. Certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming a QA Manager, professionals might hold roles such as Quality Control Inspector, Quality Assurance Analyst, or Quality Assurance Engineer.

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Quality Assurance Manager

  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Leads and promotes the quality assurance philosophy including preventive quality systems....

Director of Release Engineering / Director of QA

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 19 hours ago

The Role: We're an AWS-native health-tech startup solving real-world problems in healthcare - securely, at scale, and fast. We handle sensitive healthcare data (PHI) and operate in a...

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

  • Irvine, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 19 hours ago

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

... 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...

Director of Quality Assurance

  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 1 day ago

Proficiency in quality management software and tools, such as QA/QC reporting systems and inspection management tools. Experience with ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems is preferred....

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Overview If you reside in California, please see our California Applicant Privacy Policy for more information about our data handling practices and your data rights. Responsibilities MV...

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

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 1 day 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...

Sr. Manager, Quality Assurance

  • South El Monte, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • South El Monte, CA
  • 1 day ago

Work with vendors and Supplier Quality Manager to insure the quality of all purchased parts for company use....

Manager, QA & Packaging

  • El Segundo, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 2 days ago

Manager, Quality Assurance & Packaging Location: El Segundo, CA (Home Office Location) Reports to: Senior Manager, Quality Assurance & Packaging Thai Union North America (Chicken of the Sea Frozen...

Director, Quality Assurance (QS&C)

  • Vista, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Vista, CA
  • 2 days ago

Quality Data Analytics and provide KPI data to QA Ensure continuous improvement and effectiveness of the quality management system Oversee and conduct GMP, ICH and ISO training to comply with regulatory...

Senior Manager, Quality Assurance, Change Controls

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

Associate Director, QA Change Control, Pharmaceuticals, Consultant Summary Our client, a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing novel therapies for diseases with...

Quality Assurance Coordinator I

  • Fullerton, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 3 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...

Sr. Quality Engineering Manager, Quality & Lean Manufacturing

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 3 days ago

DESCRIPTION The Sr. Hardware Quality Engineering Manager (QEM) is responsible for ensuring that our products are designed for quality and continue to meet our customers' high expectations during...

Director, Quality Assurance (QS&C)

  • Vista, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Vista, CA
  • 3 days ago

Director, Quality Assurance (QS&C) Bachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides. With over 50 years of experience...

Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager

  • Fresno, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 4 days ago

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and quality management software. Must be authorized to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications: Certification in food safety (e.g., HACCP, PCQI)....

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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 iHireQualityControl research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

QA Managers in California 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 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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