QA Manager Jobs in Evanston, IL

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 Director

  • PNC
  • Downers Grove, IL (23 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (23 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

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Manager, Quality Assurance Engineering

  • McDonald's - Corporate
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Company Description: McDonald's growth strategy, Accelerating the Arches, encompasses all aspects of our business as the leading global omni-channel restaurant brand. As the consumer landscape...

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Senior Product Quality Manager (Peptide Technology)

  • AbbVie
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of...

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Asst Mgr QA

  • Medline
  • Mundelein, IL (22 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mundelein, IL (22 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Responsibilities Assist the QA Manager with personnel, quality and regulatory oversight support including the daily operation of the unit....

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Quality Assurance Coordinator

  • THE VISUAL PAK COMPANIES
  • Waukegan, IL (22 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (22 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Waukegan, IL 60085Education Level: High School/GEDSalary Range: $18.00 - $32.00 HourlyJob Shift: 1st ShiftJob Category: QualityJoin the PAK The Visual Pak Companies are...

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Quality Assurance Manager

  • Shurig Solutions, Inc.
  • Itasca, IL (17 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (17 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Contribute to supplier quality management, including supplier qualification, audits, performance monitoring, and resolution of supplier-related quality issues....

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Agentic AI QA Engineering Manager (Director QA Automation & AI)

  • Capgemini America, Inc.
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 19 days ago

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Food Safety and Quality Assurance Manager

  • SSP
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Join Our Team! Compensation: $90,000 - $110,000 / year + bonus Comprehensive Benefits Package This job is located at the MDW Airport We are food travel experts, and we are passionate about...

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Director of Product Quality

  • Motorola Solutions
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Process Ownership & Compliance : Ensure all operations adhere to Quality Management Systems (QMS), regulatory compliance, and industry best practices....

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Quality Assurance Coordinator

  • Sepire
  • Burr Ridge, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Company Overview Sepire is a SOC2 and HITRUST-certified, 100% direct mail provider, delivering secure, high-compliance print and mail solutions. We uphold the highest quality and security...

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Senior Product Quality Manager

  • AbbVie
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Company DescriptionAbout AbbVieAbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow....

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QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER - UA Portfolio, Midwest Region

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Flik Hospitality Group Salary: $95,000.00 - $100,000.00 Other Forms of Compensation: N/A What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our...

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QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER - UA Portfolio, Midwest Region

  • Compass Group
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Salary: $95,000.00 - $100,000.00 Other Forms of Compensation: N/A What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and...

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Quality Assurance Manager

  • Jacobs
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 28 days ago

Your impact The onsite Program Management Office (PMO) in Chicago, IL is looking to add an experienced QA Manager in support of a multi-billion-dollar capital program for Midway and O'Hare International...

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Quality Assurance Manager

  • Jacobs Solutions Inc.
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 28 days ago

Your impact The onsite Program Management Office (PMO) in Chicago, IL is looking to add an experienced QA Manager in support of a multi-billion-dollar capital program for Midway and O'Hare International...

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Salary for QA Manager Jobs in Evanston, IL

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Highest Education Level

QA Managers in Evanston, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.7%
Master's Degree
27.6%
High School or GED
9.2%
Associate's Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.9%
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 Evanston, IL
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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