QC Director Jobs in Santa Clara, CA

A Quality Control Technician plays a crucial role in the quality control industry, ensuring that products and services meet the established standards of quality including reliability, usability, and performance. Their key responsibilities include inspecting materials, products, or systems to identify defects or deviations, conducting tests and measurements using specific tools, maintaining records of testing results, and implementing corrective actions when necessary. They also recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.

For this role, technical skills are crucial, such as understanding of statistical quality control, proficiency in MS Office and database systems, and familiarity with blueprints and technical documents. A Bachelor's degree in Quality, Industrial Engineering or a related field is often required. Additionally, certifications such as Certified Quality Technician (CQT) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) can greatly enhance employment prospects. Prior to becoming a Quality Control Technician, a person may have roles such as Quality Control Inspector, Production Operator, or Laboratory Technician, which provide hands-on experience in product inspection and quality assurance.

1-15 of 47 Jobs

Customer Quality Manager

  • Amphenol Communication Solutions
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 2 days ago

management programs (DMAIC and 8D).Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt (preferred).Understanding of product documentation and technical drawings with emphasison GD&T.Knowledgeable in semiconductor and...

In Person

Manager, Supplier Quality Management (Contract)

  • Allogene Therapeutics, Inc.
  • Newark, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newark, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 4 days ago

system requirements such as US FDA GMP, GCP, EMA, and ICH guidelines and have a proven track record of successfully implementing these requirements Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication...

Remote Part Time

Senior Manager, Quality Management System - QA

  • Arcus Biosciences, Inc.
  • Hayward, CA (23 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (23 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Design an architectural landscape for Quality Management System....

Hybrid

Director, Quality

  • FormFactor, Inc.
  • Livermore, CA (20 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Livermore, CA (20 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Ensure governance and integration with Supplier Quality systems to align supplier performance, compliance, and standards globally....

In Person

Senior Director, Quality Operations, Service and Repair, Americas

  • Olympus
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Implement, maintain, and continuously improve quality management systems that align with globally harmonized processes and ensure consistent, compliant and efficient execution....

In Person

Quality Manager

  • Amphenol Corporation
  • Milpitas, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 7 days ago

management system a plusUnderstanding of IPC-A-610 / IPC-A- 620 a plusExperience with Verification and Validation activities throughout the NewProduct Introduction process a plus Responsibilities as...

In Person

Senior Quality Management System Engineer

  • 191 Altera Corporation
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 8 days ago

About the Role We are seeking a highly experienced, self-driven Senior QMS Engineer to lead and shape the enterprise Quality Management System (QMS) for Altera FPGA Semiconductor design and development...

In Person

Quality Improvement Director

  • Clinical Management Consultants
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 11 days ago

This highly regarded Central California Coast hospital is seeking a Quality Improvement Director for an exceptional opportunity to lead a growing Quality Management department focused on patient safety...

In Person

Senior Director Quality Vision Equipment

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Milpitas, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Maintains, sustains and continuously improves the Quality Management Systems and monitors the performance and health of those Quality Management Systems through metrics and analytics....

In Person

Sr Director, Quality

  • Lyten
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Building a Scalable Quality System Lyten's quality system must be designed for where we are going, not just where we are today....

In Person

Regional Quality Manager

  • Eurofins
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 19 days ago

System....

In Person

Project Manager/BA Risk-based quality management (RBQM)

  • Elista Global LLC
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Project Manager/BA – Risk-based quality management (RBQM) FTE, Salary - Maximum 80k to 130k Onsite, San Jose CA – No remote (Only California Candidates) Minimum 10 yrs Primary skills: • 8+ years of...

In Person

Technical Program u0026 Quality Manager (System-in-Package)

  • Apple Inc.
  • Cupertino, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and...

In Person

Quality Manager

  • AppleOne
  • Fremont, CA (14 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (14 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 20 days ago

degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Chemistry, or related technical field....

In Person

Technical Program & Quality Manager (System-in-Package)

  • Apple
  • Cupertino, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Job Summary Summary Posted: May 13, 2026 Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number: 20... Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and...

In Person

Demographic Data for Santa Clara, CA

Moving to Santa Clara, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Santa Clara, CA below.


Local
National
128,103
4,592
Medium/Lg

QC Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireQualityControl curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Boardroom Foundations: What Every Future Board Director Should Know
Step into the boardroom and discover the fundamentals of governance, leadership, and effective decision-making. Across five weeks, youll explore the role of governance in organisational settings,...
The Seven Basic Quality Control (7 - QC) Tools
In this free online course The Seven Basic Quality Control (7 - QC) Tools you will learn about the seven quality tools that provide the basic framework to record, report, document, monitor and...
Business Law: Shareholders Rights and Directors Duties
Description: This course develops understanding and application of the law relating to directors and management, members rights. Background: The means of becoming a member of a company in...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for QC Director Jobs in Santa Clara, CA

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for QC Director positions.



Highest Education Level

QC Directors in Santa Clara, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.4%
Master's Degree
26.1%
High School or GED
10.2%
Associate's Degree
9.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.3%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by QC Directors in Santa Clara, CA
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%



QC Director Related Career Advice Articles

professionals looking at stats
Quality Assurance vs. Quality Control: What’s the Difference?

Deciding on a career in QA vs. QC can be tough if you don’t know which is which. Find out the difference between quality control and quality assurance.

Read article »
Quality control professionals inspect manufacturing equipment
5 Quality Control Career Possibilities

As a specialty that spans numerous industries, QC offers many career paths. Which option is right for you? Read on to learn about the many possibilities available to QC professionals and find the opportunity that fits you best.

Read article »
quality control professional examining piece of equipment and spec sheet
Top Skills and Quality Control Training You Need to Get Promoted

Ready to take your quality control career to the next level? Seek out quality control training for these highly desired skills for quality control jobs.

Read article »