Quality Assurance Technician Jobs in South San Francisco, CA

A Field Engineer in the quality control industry is responsible for overseeing, inspecting, and assessing the quality of products, processes, and systems to ensure they meet the required standards and regulations. They carry out site visits, perform tests, analyze data, and write reports on their findings. Additionally, they may also be tasked with troubleshooting and fixing problems identified during inspections. Their role is crucial in preventing defects, reducing manufacturing costs, ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining a company's reputation.

To be successful, a Field Engineer should have a strong understanding of quality control methods and regulations, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently. They also need good communication skills to effectively report their findings and suggest improvements. A Field Engineer should have a degree in engineering or a related field. Certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) are also beneficial. Prior to becoming a Field Engineer, a person may have roles as a Quality Control Inspector, Junior Engineer, or Process Engineer.

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Quality Technician

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market....

Quality Assurance Associate

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Now Hiring: Quality Inspectors | Fremont, CA Pay: $22.50/hr Location: Fremont Swing Shift Contract-to-Hire Opportunity Join a high-security, clean facility in Fremont as a Quality Inspector and...

QA Specialist I/II (Contractor)

  • Newark, CA (22 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newark, CA (22 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 days ago

This role will provide QA support for Quality Systems and Compliance, with a primary focus on QA oversight of all Product Quality Complaints....

Quality Assurance Technician II

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Kforce has an enterprise client seeking a Quality Assurance Technician II in San Francisco, CA....

Quality Assurance Associate - Now Hiring

  • Oakland, CA (13 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (13 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Ready to put your skills as a reliable, detail-oriented professional to use and grow in your career? We're hiring quality assurance (QA) specialists and technicians right now. What's in it for...

Quality Assurance Associate

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Clean luxury. Better for you. At Everlane, we believe luxury should be as effortless as it is conscious. We partner with ethical factories, work with premium, sustainably sourced materials, and...

Manufacturing Quality Technician, Optimus

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 20 days ago

The Quality Technician will verify that incoming and in-process material meets Tesla drawings and specifications. They will be responsible for the inspection of material, the coordination of MRB...

Senior Specialist, QA Compliance, QDI

  • Redwood City, CA (16 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (16 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 21 days ago

. - Direct experience working in a Quality Management System (QMS) under ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and/or IVDR (Master Control, Polarion, or similar) - Deep understanding of the biomedical domains and development...

Assistant Quality Assurance Associate

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Assistant Quality Assurance Associate Want to get your foot in the door with a large multinational organization? When was the last time you had a good meal and it changed your day? Now, multiply...

QA Specialist II

  • Alameda, CA (11 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alameda, CA (11 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

_Our client, A global healthcare company headquartered in the United States, known for developing and manufacturing a wide range of medical devices, diagnostic tools, branded generic medicines,...

Quality Assurance Specialist II

  • Newark, CA (22 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newark, CA (22 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

. • Support continuous improvement of quality systems....

Senior Quality Systems Specialist/QA Specialist

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Standard Working Hours Responsibilities: Help to develop and optimize the companys Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal...

Surface Mount Technology Quality Technician

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Tesla Manufacturing Engineering has the important role of designing The Machine that builds the Machine. We work with the cross-functional teams (Design, Quality, Production, Sustaining, and...

Quality Assurance Specialist, SF 150798

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

management System documentation....

Sr Specialist QA Compliance

  • Redwood City, CA (16 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (16 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Direct experience working in a Quality Management System (QMS) under ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and/or IVDR (Master Control, Polarion, or similar) Deep understanding of the biomedical domains and development...

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Salary for Quality Assurance Technician Jobs in South San Francisco, CA

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Highest Education Level

Quality Assurance Technicians in South San Francisco, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.6%
High School or GED
17.6%
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 Quality Assurance Technicians in South San Francisco, CA
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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