Quality Control Manager Jobs in Lakewood, WA

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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Quality Control Manager

  • University Place, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • University Place, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 4 hours ago

The Quality Control Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing and coordinating the planning, implementation, and supervision of the project Quality Control Plan....

Home Health Director of Quality Outcomes

  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Company: Providence at Home with Compassus Location: The ideal candidate for this role will live in PST. Position Summary The Home Health Director of Quality Outcomes is responsible for modeling...

Market Director Quality - Puget Sound

  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities Job Summary: Provides basic and specialty cleaning services to all areas of the hospital, including patient rooms, offices, hallways, floors and public environments (as assigned)...

Quality Manager - Maintenance Repair & Overhaul - Repair Station / MRO - 14 CFR Part 145

  • Kent, WA (16 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Kent, WA (16 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 13 days ago

management system, working with a Civil Aviation Authority [i.e., FAA, EASA, CAAC, TCCA, etc.]...

Director of Quality

  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 23 days ago

actions), Supplier Quality (incoming material quality, supplier quality audits, and new supplier approval) and Quality Systems (ISO 9001 and ISO14001 registrations, company quality targets and metrics...

Market Director Quality - Puget Sound

  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 24 days ago

Overview Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization...

Quality Control Managers

  • Lakewood, WA
  • 29 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA
  • 29 days ago

The Quality Control Manager is the main point of contact for adherence to MACNAK Construction's Quality Assurance Program....

Quality Manager

  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Oversee the day-to-day functions of the Quality Assurance (QA) department. - Manage an effective quality assurance program that monitors and resolves...

QC Manager (Federal Construction Projects)

  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

General Summary This position is accountable for all aspects of Quality Management at an Area, Large Project, or Region....

Quality Manager

  • Kent, WA (16 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kent, WA (16 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

Quality System: Providing leadership and expertise to implement, improve and maintain aerospace quality systems which include AS9100 and Nadcap....

Quality Control Manager

  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

Implement a Quality Management System to ensure compliance with quality standards and/or contract specific documents that may include QC and QA inspection and testing programs, accredited lab facilities...

Demographic Data for Lakewood, WA

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Salary for Quality Control Manager Jobs in Lakewood, WA

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Managers in Lakewood, WA 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 Quality Control Managers in Lakewood, WA
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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