Quality Control Director Jobs in Chicago, IL

A QA (Quality Assurance) Manager in the quality control industry is responsible for implementing and managing systems that ensure products meet established quality standards. These professionals oversee the inspection and testing of materials, parts, and products to detect defects and deviations from specifications. The QA Manager plans, directs, coordinates, and leads activities to ensure quality control processes are effective. They're also responsible for training and leading QA team members, identifying issues in efficiency and suggest improvements, and ensuring that all tests and procedures are properly understood, carried out, and evaluated.

A potential QA Manager should have a range of important skills including attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and leadership qualities. They should have a strong understanding of quality control standards and methodologies, and proficiency with quality control software. Certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming a QA Manager, professionals might hold roles such as Quality Control Inspector, Quality Assurance Analyst, or Quality Assurance Engineer.

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Sr Quality Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 hours 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
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

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

Associate Director, Quality - Business Development

  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago

You will assure systems and procedures for regulatory compliance are established and deployed while periodically reviewing the suitability and effectiveness of the quality system with executive management...

Director, Quality & Regulatory Compliance

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 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 (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 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...

Director, Quality Control

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 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 (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago

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

Corp Quality Mgr

  • Lisle, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 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 (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Palatine, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 days ago

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

Associate Director, Quality - Business Development & External Contract Manufacturing

  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Periodically reviews the suitability and effectiveness of the quality system with executive management. Assesses and advises senior management concerning acquisition targets....

Strategic Clinical Quality Manager

  • Downers Grove, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 9 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 (11 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Niles, IL (11 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 10 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 (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Glenview, IL (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 11 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 Quality Control Director Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Directors in Chicago, 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 Quality Control Directors in Chicago, 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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