QC Manager Jobs in Santa Clara, CA

A Quality Assurance (QA) Director is a high-level executive who oversees the quality control operations within a company. They are responsible for developing and implementing quality control systems, establishing standards and guidelines, and ensuring that all products and services meet the required quality benchmarks. They also direct and coordinate the quality control team to ensure that all inspections and tests are accurately done on time. Apart from this, a QA Director is also expected to manage and resolve any quality-related issues, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and standards.

Before becoming a QA Director, one may hold roles such as QA Manager, QA Engineer, or Quality Control Supervisor. A QA Director should possess excellent communication and leadership skills. They should have a keen eye for detail and a strong analytical mind. In terms of educational qualifications, a Bachelor's Degree in Quality, Business, or a relevant field is usually required. Certifications such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), and Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) are highly desirable. Furthermore, they should have a solid understanding of quality control procedures and relevant legal standards, and proficiency in using Quality Management Systems (QMS) and databases.

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Senior Product Manager, Quality & Release Management

  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 4 days ago

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities. Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being...

Customer Quality manager

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

As such, candidate must have quality systems expertise with excellent organizational and communication skills....

Sr. Customer Quality Manager

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

Sr. Customer Quality Manager Job Description About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated Finance Operations Analyst to join our Finance team supporting our manufacturing and R D...

Quality Control Manager

  • Mountain View, CA (7 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (7 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Bizzell is a management and consulting firm with a mission to improve lives and accelerate positive change. We deliver award-winning services to a diverse portfolio...

Senior Manager, Quality Engineering

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

Responsibilities include: Provide Quality Engineering site leadership, expertise and continuous improvement for the Company's quality management system in accordance with FDA Quality Management System...

Sr. Quality Manager

  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 8 days ago

systems...

Customer Quality Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 10 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...

Advanced Quality Manager - Optical Solutions

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

Works with supplier quality team to ensure compliance....

Quality Management System Engineer - Operations

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 18 days ago

Mentoring and voicing support for the quality management system to all levels of the company....

Quality Management System, Senior Business Analyst

  • Sunnyvale, CA (4 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (4 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Company Description At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the...

Quality Control Director (Creative)

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

Experience with quality management systems and tools such as AI. Possess a deep knowledge of various media specs and best-practices....

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

  • Cupertino, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 23 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...

Associate Director, Quality

  • Hayward, CA (23 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (23 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Your Role at Baxter This is the most senior plant level Quality Management Representative within the Hayward facility....

Quality Manager

  • Livermore, CA (20 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Livermore, CA (20 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 27 days ago

The Quality Manager will be responsible for AS9100/IS0991, managing all quality control processes, and responsible for implementation and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS)....

Supplier Quality Manager

  • Mountain View, CA (7 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (7 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Individuals seeking employment at Aurora are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital...

Demographic Data for Santa Clara, CA

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Salary for QC Manager Jobs in Santa Clara, CA

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Highest Education Level

QC Managers in Santa Clara, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.3%
Master's Degree
26.0%
High School or GED
10.4%
Associate's Degree
9.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.6%
Doctorate Degree
3.3%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by QC Managers 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%



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