Quality Control Manager Jobs in Irvine, CA

A Quality Assurance Director in the quality control industry is primarily responsible for managing and implementing the systems needed to ensure the quality of products or services. They oversee the planning, development and implementation of inspection systems and procedures to ensure that quality standards are met across the organization. In addition, they work closely with other departments such as production and purchasing to formulate quality control policies. They are also tasked with monitoring performance by gathering relevant data, producing statistical reports and making necessary adjustments in processes or systems.

Important skills for a Quality Assurance Director include good leadership and communication skills, ability to analyze data and make decisions, knowledge of quality assurance terminology, tools, and methodologies, and familiarity with industry regulations. Certifications such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) can enhance their credibility. Prior roles that can lead up to becoming a Quality Assurance Director include Quality Assurance Manager, Quality Control Supervisor, and Quality Assurance Specialist.

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Senior Quality Manager (Consultant/Part Time)

  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Senior Quality Manager (Consultant/Part Time)** Clinical Project Manager/Scientist Orange County, CA, US Pay Rate Low: 67 | Pay Rate High: 75 + Added - 13/06/2025 Apply for Job **Part Time Quality...

Manager - Quality Engineering

  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Managing a team to support: Site quality systems development and continual improvement, working within the site teams to maintain ISO9001, AS9100 certifications and other industry standards Site Quality...

Customer Quality Manager (Michigan/Indiana)

  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About Harbinger Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger's best-in-class team of EV, battery, and...

Director, Quality Engineering

  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago

Who is Taco Bell? Taco Bell was born and raised in California and has been around since 1962. We went from selling everyone's favorite Crunchy Tacos on the West Coast to a global brand with 8,200+...

Quality Control Manager (QCM)

  • Midway City, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Midway City, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Bavaria, Germany - Grafenwoehr Lager, Germany Salary Range : Undisclosed Description Position Title: Quality Control Manager (QCM) Area of Requirement: Vilseck/Grafenwohr...

Your Role on the Team Under the general direction of the Executive Director for Student Health, incumbent is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the SHC Quality Management and Improvement...

Health Officer/Quality Manager

  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Implement and maintain Quality Management System, audits and records in compliance with local and global regulations....

Construction Quality Control Manager

  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 days ago

As a Quality Control Manager at MZT, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing the successful completion of our construction projects....

Director, Quality and EHS

  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Focal point for Supplier Quality Management support including on-site evaluations or audits Manage internal Audits of the Quality Management System and processes....

Director, Quality Engineering WW IPD

  • Brea, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Brea, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 18 days ago

The role also ensures the maintenance of a robust Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with corporate policies and regulatory requirements, supporting both new product development and sustaining...

Quality Manager

  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 18 days ago

HACCP, SQF, or GFSI certification preferred. Strong knowledge of FDA and USDA regulations. Experience in food manufacturing or processing...

Director, Quality Initiatives (Director III)

  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Director, Quality Initiatives (Director III) CalOptima CalOptima Health is seeking a highly motivated an experienced Director, Quality Initiatives (Director III) to join our team. The Director III...

Sr Quality Manager, Failure Analysis - BD Advanced Patient Monitoring

  • Laguna Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 25 days ago

Management, R D within the medical device industry + Demonstrated track record in management of technical and/or engineering disciplines **What else we look for: (Preferred)** + Experience working...

Manager, Quality Compliance

  • Irvine, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 25 days ago

Responsible for preparing, maintaining, and updating procedures related to the quality management system; Support and ensure proper follow up to external audits (e.g., FDA Inspections, Notified Body...

Quality Manager

  • Pomona, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pomona, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Position Overview: For our Analytical Industries plant in Pomona, Ca. we are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Quality Manager in maintaining a QMS focused...

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Salary for Quality Control Manager Jobs in Irvine, CA

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Managers in Irvine, 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
9.7%
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 Quality Control Managers in Irvine, 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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