QA Manager Jobs in Illinois

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

  • Elgin, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Elgin, IL
  • 15 hours ago

. + Previous experience with GFSI (SQF) audits. + Certified in HACCP, PCQI, and SQF Practitioner. Salary Description $95,000 - $110,000...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 15 hours ago

We are currently recruiting for a QA Manager to lead our Quality team. The QA Manager will develop, implement and coordinate the product assurance program....

Senior Quality Assurance-Control Manager

  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 1 day ago

National Technologies (NTI) is a premier turn-key provider of fiber optic and data center installation services. Whether it be learning the latest techniques in the field or working with vendors...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Danville, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Danville, IL
  • 1 day ago

Additionally, the role encompasses full accountability for supplier quality management, including supplier audits, performance monitoring, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the supply...

Configuration Management AND Quality Assurance Lead

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

cases, test data, traceability matrix, and other QA methodologies o Testing, automation, security, scalability and performance, load and other testing - 3+ years ERP systems experience including Oracle...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Oglesby, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Oglesby, IL
  • 3 days ago

Define, implement, and improve GTI's Quality Management System including development of process and product testing to ensure quality standards are met and oversee determination of finished product...

Quality Assurance Team Lead - 3rd Shift

  • Waukegan, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL
  • 4 days ago

Overview At Eagle Foods we are builders. We are builders of brands, categories, and people. Eagle Foods enjoys a rich heritage with brands that have proven category leadership for more than 150...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • West Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • West Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Company Statement Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part...

Sr Quality Systems Manager

  • Wood Dale, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Wood Dale, IL
  • 6 days ago

, Quality Systems is responsible for leading the development, execution, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) across North America....

Sr. Program Manager, Quality Assurance/Regulatory

  • Wood Dale, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Wood Dale, IL
  • 6 days ago

Management System (eQMS)....

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

Block LLP in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Qualifications Required four-year college Computer Science Degree or equivalent experience Required minimum of five years previous QA...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Carpentersville, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Carpentersville, IL
  • 6 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Set up and maintain AS9100 compliant Quality System to ensure continuous production of products that meet or exceed required standards....

IT QA Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

The QA Manager will operate as an integral part of a high-performing technical team and will be expected to clearly communicate project status to management, recruit skilled professional to the team...

(USA) Area Manager - Quality Assurance/systems (grocery)

  • Olney, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Olney, IL
  • 7 days ago

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

(USA) Area Manager - Quality Assurance/systems (gr...

  • Olney, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Olney, IL
  • 8 days ago

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

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Salary for QA Manager Jobs in Illinois

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 Illinois 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 Illinois
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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