Quality Control Technician Jobs in California

A Quality Control Technician plays a crucial role in the quality control industry, ensuring that products and services meet the established standards of quality including reliability, usability, and performance. Their key responsibilities include inspecting materials, products, or systems to identify defects or deviations, conducting tests and measurements using specific tools, maintaining records of testing results, and implementing corrective actions when necessary. They also recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.

For this role, technical skills are crucial, such as understanding of statistical quality control, proficiency in MS Office and database systems, and familiarity with blueprints and technical documents. A Bachelor's degree in Quality, Industrial Engineering or a related field is often required. Additionally, certifications such as Certified Quality Technician (CQT) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) can greatly enhance employment prospects. Prior to becoming a Quality Control Technician, a person may have roles such as Quality Control Inspector, Production Operator, or Laboratory Technician, which provide hands-on experience in product inspection and quality assurance.

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QC Lab Tech- Cosmetics

  • Pomona, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Pomona, CA
  • 1 hour ago

QC Lab Tech- Cosmetics** Laboratory Pomona, CA, US Pay Rate Low: 20 | Pay Rate High: 25 + Added - 08/07/2025 Apply for Job _Our client, a leading manufacturer of high-quality personal care...

Quality Control Technician

  • Moorpark, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Moorpark, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Description EBAD seeks a Quality Control Technician. This position is located in Moorpark, CA....

Quality Control Specialist

  • El Cajon, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Job ID Number R5705 Employment Type Full time Worksite Flexibility Onsite Job Summary As a Quality Control Specialist, you will develop, implement, and maintain quality control systems to ensure...

Quality Control Technician

  • Newark, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Newark, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Company Description With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and...

Quality Control Associate I/II

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

About Capricor Therapeutics Capricor Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CAPR) is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing transformative therapies for rare diseases, with a primary focus on Duchenne...

Quality Control Specialist

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Level : Entry Job Location : 7625 LONE TREE ROAD - SACRAMENTO, CA Position Type : Full Time Education Level : High School Salary Range : $17.00 - $20.00 Hourly Travel Percentage : None...

Quality Control Technician 3

  • Ridgecrest, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ridgecrest, CA
  • 2 days ago

Perform First Article Inspections IAW AS9102. Ensure calibration of tools and test equipment. Conduct or support internal audits, process observations and area assessments....

QC Associate Scientist - CMC Analytical - Swing Shift

  • Petaluma, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Petaluma, CA
  • 2 days ago

Company Description Axolabs is a business unit of LGC, and a leading provider of CRO / CDMO capability to the therapeutic oligonucleotide discovery and development industry. Centred out of LGC's...

QC Technician

  • Union City, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Union City, CA
  • 4 days ago

In this role, you will conduct rotor tests using designated procedures, perform packaging and final inspections according to protocols, process and data using PC tools, and report failures and defects...

Quality Control Specialist

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 days ago

Quality Control Specialist Department of Laboratory Medicine The Department of Laboratory Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is seeking an experienced and motivated...

Technician - QC Lab

  • Walnut, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Walnut, CA
  • 6 days ago

The KDC/ONE team is made up of the best in the business. Our diverse and evolving workforce thrives in our environment of constant teamwork and collaboration. Join us today! ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:...

Quality Control Technician - Swing Shift

  • Berkeley, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA
  • 6 days ago

Prior knowledge of Redzone software or other Quality management Systems is preferred...

Sr. Quality Control Associate

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 7 days ago

The Position The Opportunity Join our mission-driven team as a Sr. QC Associate, where your expertise helps ensure the safety and quality of life-changing therapies. Youll work in a collaborative...

Quality Control Specialist (2nd Shift)

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 7 days ago

Understanding of the Quality System and ability to execute change orders. Basic statistical knowledge for interpreting scientific data....

Lab Technician, Quality Control

  • Tustin, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Tustin, CA
  • 7 days ago

Looking to join a passionate team dedicated to developing and manufacturing life-saving biopharmaceuticals? Avid Bioservices is a leading clinical and commercial biologics CDMO focused on creating...

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Quality Control Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Quality Control Technician Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Technicians in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.4%
High School or GED
19.9%
Associate's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
12.5%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Quality Control Technicians in California
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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