QA Technician Jobs in California

A Failure Analysis Engineer within the quality control industry specializes in diagnosing and rectifying component and product failures. They investigate potential product failures, determine the root cause, and develop comprehensive reports, including corrective actions, to eliminate future occurrences. They often work in cross-functional teams, liaising with design, manufacturing, and quality assurance departments, to ensure products meet specified standards and performance criteria. Their work is vital in enhancing product reliability and improving customer satisfaction.

Potential candidates for this role should have a strong understanding of engineering principles, robust problem-solving skills, and a knack for statistical analysis. They should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with some roles requiring advanced specialization or certification such as a Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE). Excellent communication skills are crucial, as they often need to explain complex technical issues in layman's terms to stakeholders. Before becoming a Failure Analysis Engineer, one might start their career in roles such as a Process Engineer, Quality Engineer, or Product Development Engineer.

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Beverage Quality Technician in Valencia,CA,US

  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Quality Technician Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: On-site Expected Hours: 40 per week Job Summary: We are looking for a detail-oriented and dedicated Quality...

QA Technician

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 hours ago

We are currently looking to hire a Quality Assurance Technician based in our Chatsworth, California manufacturing plant!...

Quality Technician II, Mechanical (2nd Shift)

  • Carson, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Carson, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs Must be able to push/pull up to 30 lbs Basic Requirements: Minimum of two years mechanical testing experience working in a manufacturing...

Quality Assurance Associate 2

  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Responsibilities: Support clinical product manufacturing by batch record review, label printing, product packaging, and shipping....

QA Specialist- Temporary

  • Petaluma, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Petaluma, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Quality Systems: Support quality processes including Change Control, Audits, CAPAs, QA holds, Material Rejection Reports, Deviations, QMS, Technical Complaints/Adverse Events, QA reporting, and approval...

Quality Assurance Associate

  • Petaluma, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Petaluma, CA
  • 21 hours ago

You will be entrusted with Batch Record Review and Document Control processes, vital components of our daily operations within the Quality Assurance department....

Quality Assurance Associate I (Monday - Thursday from 4:00 AM - 2:30)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago

A DAY IN THE LIFE: Performs In-process, Final Inspection and Final Approval of Product: Reviews and approves manufacturing Design History Records (DHRs), associated test reports and records and reports...

Quality Assurance Associate II (Monday - Thursday from 4:00 AM - 2:30 PM)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago

A DAY IN THE LIFE: Performs In-process, Final Inspection and Final Approval of Product : Reviews and approves manufacturing Design History Records (DHRs), associated test reports and records and reports...

Quality Technician Lead

  • Fullerton, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 1 day ago

Sunny Sky Products prides itself on our commitment and dedication to creating, manufacturing and delivering top quality products in the beverage industry. We have generated an extensive product...

QA Associate I

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Leading Biotechnology company has an immediate opening for a QA Associate. Tasks include inputting information on excel or word documents, scanning documents/archiving documents, organizing and...

Underwriting QA Specialist- Payments

  • Calabasas, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Calabasas, CA
  • 1 day ago

Exciting Opportunities at Maverick Payments! Join our fast-paced, growing company and further your career with Maverick Payments, where you can thrive, your ideas are valued, and your colleagues...

Quality Technician (Weekend Shift)

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

This role is on our Weekend shift (Friday-Sunday) from 6:00AM - 6:30PM Key Duties and Responsibilities Execute, maintain, and evolve the company's Quality Management System in line with Terran Orbital...

Aramis- Site Quality Technician

  • Fairfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

Company Overview: Primoris offers an efficient and collaborative approach with years of experience designing and building renewable power plants. Primoris is also unique in our ability to partner...

Water Quality Technician III-(2482)-SFPUC-(154298)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Department: Public Utilities Commission Job Class: 2482-Water Quality Technician III | City and County of San Francisco Salary range: $104,234 to $126,698 Role type: Permanent Civil Service What...

Quality Technician

  • Perris, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Perris, CA
  • 2 days ago

Quality Technician Quality Perris, California Apply Description 2882 Whiptail Loop # 100 Carlsbad, CA 92010 T. ... www.fluidra.com Job Title: Quality Technician FLSA Status: Non -Exempt Reports...

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Salary for QA Technician Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

QA Technicians in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.5%
High School or GED
17.7%
Master's Degree
15.7%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by QA Technicians in California
None
43.9%
2-4 years
20.0%
Less than 1 year
14.4%
1-2 years
10.9%
4-6 years
9.5%
10+ years
0.7%
8-10 years
0.7%



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