Quality Control Director Jobs in Illinois

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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Quality Manager

  • Caterpillar
  • Decatur, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Required Skills Quality Management System (QMS): Ability to operate within and continuously improve QMS processes, documentation, and quality metrics....

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Corporate Systems Quality Manager

  • Byrnes & Rupkey, Inc.
  • Spring Grove, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Spring Grove, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Key Responsibilities Lead and support company-wide quality management system initiatives and continuous improvement efforts Serve as management representative for quality systems and coordinate activities...

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Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manager - Milwaukee (Mission Critical)

  • Turner Construction Company
  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 hours ago

Division: Chicago Main Project Location(s): Port Washington, WI 53074 USA Minimum Years Experience: Travel Involved: Job Type: RegularJob Classification: ExperiencedEducation:Job...

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Senior Quality Manager

  • Mortenson
  • Itasca, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Itasca, IL
  • 1 day ago

RESPONSIBILITIES Incorporate and lead Mortensons quality system on one or more significant projects: Lead planning, development, and implementation of the Quality Management Plan and system for all...

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Quality Control Manager

  • Lacoste
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Reports to: Director of Quality Control With a projected 1,000 cafes in the United States by 2030, Paris Baguette is one of the fastest-growing neighborhood bakery cafes in the world. Our vision...

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IT Business Relationship Manager Quality, Regulatory, and Technic...

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 2 days ago

Apply Now Abbott is a global healthcare leader th helps people live more fully all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading...

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Quality Manager

  • RTI Surgical Inc
  • Glencoe, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Glencoe, IL
  • 3 days ago

Monitor and evaluate the performance of the Quality Management System through data analysis and reporting against established standards....

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Quality Control Manager

  • MasTec Inc.
  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Quality Management & Regulatory Compliance Develop, implement, and maintain the company's Quality Management System (QMS) for multi-state heavy civil transportation projects Ensure...

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OSM/MEP Manager - QC/W

  • Exyte Group
  • Kankakee, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Kankakee, IL
  • 3 days ago

Discover your exciting role We are seeking a highly capable and experienced OSM/MEP Manager - QC/W to support the execution and coordination of construction activities on a complex multi-building...

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Director of Quality Systems & Food Safety

  • Astrix Technology
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 4 days ago

This leader will own the development and execution of a best-in-class Quality Management System ( QMS ) while ensuring compliance with FDA, USDA, FSMA, and GFSI standards ( SQF / BRC )....

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Division Quality Manager

  • 001 - Illinois Tool Works Inc.
  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 4 days ago

Leads the development, revision, training, and implementation of the division's Quality Management System....

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Division Quality Manager

  • Illinois Tool Works
  • Elgin, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Elgin, IL
  • 4 days ago

Leads the development, revision, training, and implementation of the division's Quality Management System....

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Quality Manager

  • Smiths Group
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Perform supplier quality audits and onboarding, in collaboration with purchasing and engineering teams....

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IT Business Relationship Manager Quality, Regulatory, and Technical Services

  • Abbott
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 5 days ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

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Corporate Quality Manager

  • Surf Search
  • Spring Grove, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Spring Grove, IL
  • 5 days ago

Key Responsibilities Lead and support company-wide quality management system initiatives and continuous improvement efforts Serve as management representative for quality systems and coordinate activities...

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Salary for Quality Control Director Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Directors in Illinois 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 Quality Control Directors in Illinois
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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