QC Director Jobs in Downers Grove, IL

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.

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Sr Quality Manager

  • Oak Brook, IL (5 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (5 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Understanding of quality management systems (QMS). Familiarity with industry regulations (e.g., FDA, ISO, cGMP). Skilled in root cause analysis, CAPA, and sustained advancement strategies....

Quality Control Manager

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Conduct, participate in, or assign quality management tasks to other project team members....

Director, Quality & Regulatory Compliance

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Quality Assurance: Expertise in quality management systems (e.g., Document Controls, GFSI, HACCP) and continuous improvement methodologies....

HS Data Quality Director (Hybrid)

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago

American Medical Association seeks HS Data Quality Director at its facility located at 330 North Wabash Ave, Suite 39300, Chicago, IL 60611. JOB DESCRIPTION: Collaborate with enterprise...

Lead Specialist, Quality Management Systems, Digital

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Summary This position will support the Chicago Quality Organization by implementing and upholding GEHC Quality Management System (QMS) requirements and procedures for GEHC Digital products...

Corporate Quality Manager

  • Lisle, IL (3 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (3 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mining or related field 10+ years of experience in coal processing/testing Customer-facing supplier quality experience SPC (Statistical...

Quality Manager

  • Aurora, IL (12 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (12 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Design and monitor quality management systems (QMS) to meet regulatory, and customer requirements....

Director, Quality Control

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Salary: $107,000 - $133,000 Annually Are you ready to lead a team and ensure top-tier quality in a fast-paced environment? If you're an experienced quality control professional looking...

Director Quality Radiation

  • Oak Brook, IL (5 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (5 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Ensure the consistent application and maintenance of the Quality Management System across the facilities....

Corp Quality Mgr

  • Lisle, IL (3 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (3 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Strong customer-facing and supplier quality experience Knowledge of ISO 9000 and ASTM standards and solid understanding of quality programs, six sigma, and audit procedures....

Quality Manager

  • Palatine, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Palatine, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 7 days ago

system and processes are aligned with the customer. 8) Responsible for all customer request for FAI, PPAP, FMEC, Control plans....

Quality Control Manager

  • Barrington, IL (24 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Barrington, IL (24 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Quality Manager- collaborates closely with project teams and the quality department to establish schedules while overseeing the quality process for multiple projects simultaneously. This...

Strategic Clinical Quality Manager

  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 8 days ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Serves as a quality improvement champion and role model by promoting and supporting the use of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) principles, methods, and tools to improve...

Quality Director

  • Niles, IL (18 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Niles, IL (18 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Management System and quality strategies to meet or exceed customer expectations Develop and maintain an appropriate site quality organization to support the successful adherence to the QMS and the...

Multi-Site Quality Director - Elevation

  • Glenview, IL (21 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Glenview, IL (21 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Develop and enact quality system strategies to promote and enhance quality processes for the Elevationmanufacturing operations, including capital plans, facility improvements, product protection device...

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Salary for QC Director Jobs in Downers Grove, IL

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Highest Education Level

QC Directors in Downers Grove, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.3%
Master's Degree
25.9%
High School or GED
10.5%
Associate's Degree
9.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.6%
Doctorate Degree
3.3%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by QC Directors in Downers Grove, 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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