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Super Micro Computer

Production Quality Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$84K - $109K/yr

Manage our quality control procedure to improve company's product quality * Support and coordinate with LAB and other engineering teams to improve our screen-ability of key components errors * Take ...

Supermicro

Production Quality Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Manage our quality control procedure to improve company's product quality * Support and coordinate with LAB and other engineering teams to improve our screen-ability of key components errors * Take ...

Consolidated Container

Quality Manager

Anaheim, CA · On-site

Daily Production Quality Support * The Quality Manager monitors quality performance on all blow mold lines, including bottle functionality, dimensional accuracy, weight, visual appearance, and leak ...

Supermicro

Production Quality Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$75K - $138K/yr

Job Summary: Our Production team is seeking a Production Quality Engineer to drive quality ... Prior experience in supplier quality control and management * Have excellent communication and ...

Kristy Cuthbert Recruitment Consulting

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Quality Manager

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$122K - $151K/yr

Quality Manager (Confidential Search) Job Details Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | Onsite Location ... Our production facility in the Greater Sacramento area serves as our primary hub for mechanical ...

Kristy Cuthbert Recruitment Consulting

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Quality Manager

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$122K - $151K/yr

Quality Manager (Confidential Search) Job Details Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | Onsite Location ... Our production facility in the Greater Sacramento area serves as our primary hub for mechanical ...

Kristy Cuthbert Recruitment Consulting

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Quality Manager

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$122K - $151K/yr

Quality Manager (Confidential Search) Job Details Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | Onsite Location ... Our production facility in the Greater Sacramento area serves as our primary hub for mechanical ...

Foxconn-PCE Technology

Quality Manager

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

The company's diverse product offerings span four major segments: smart consumer electronics, cloud ... The Quality Manager is responsible for leading the Quality Assurance organization for AI server and ...

Aemetis

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Quality Manager

Keyes, CA · On-site

$115K - $125K/yr

Quality Manager - Aemetis Advanced Fuels Keyes, Inc. JOB SUMMARY The Quality Manager is responsible ... The team member in this position monitors plant operations and final product quality via laboratory ...

Armstrong Group

Production Quality Technician

Chino, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

Review and record microbiological data and report concerns and findings to Quality Manager ... Conducting production support to include mix making, equipment cleaning, product quality testing ...

Armstrong Group

Production Quality Technician

Chino, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

Review and record microbiological data and report concerns and findings to Quality Manager ... Conducting production support to include mix making, equipment cleaning, product quality testing ...

Superior Lithographics Inc

Quality Manager

Vernon, CA · On-site

Direct the activities of suppliers, production employees, and customers to resolve quality problems ... Manage and complete paperwork for all state and federal mandated environmental compliance.

GCM Inc.

Quality Manager

Union City, CA · On-site

Quality Manager REPORT TO: Director of Quality SUMMARY The Quality Manager is responsible for the ... Develop company strategy to ensure product quality is acceptable with appropriate and demonstrable ...

GCM

Quality Manager

Union City, CA · On-site

Quality Manager REPORT TO: Director of Quality SUMMARY The Quality Manager is responsible for the ... Develop company strategy to ensure product quality is acceptable with appropriate and demonstrable ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for production quality manager in California is $27.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.19 and $33.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a production quality manager?

Production Quality Managers are professionals responsible for ensuring that manufacturing processes and products meet established quality standards and regulations. They develop and implement quality control systems, inspect materials and products, analyze data, and collaborate with production teams to resolve quality issues. Their role is crucial in minimizing defects, improving efficiency, and maintaining customer satisfaction by delivering consistent, high-quality products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a production quality manager?

To thrive as a Production Quality Manager, you need in-depth knowledge of quality management systems, production processes, and a relevant degree such as engineering or industrial management. Familiarity with tools like Six Sigma, ISO 9001 standards, and statistical process control software is typically required. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help manage teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives. These skills and qualities are essential to ensure product quality, compliance, and operational efficiency within manufacturing environments.

What are the main challenges a production quality manager faces when implementing new quality standards in a manufacturing environment?

One of the primary challenges a Production Quality Manager encounters is ensuring consistent buy-in from both production staff and management when introducing new quality standards. Balancing the need for strict adherence to quality protocols with maintaining production efficiency can be difficult, especially when changes require adjustments to established workflows. Additionally, thorough training and clear communication are essential to minimize resistance and errors. Collaboration across departments and ongoing monitoring are key to successful implementation and continuous improvement.

How much does a production quality manager make?

The average salary for a production quality manager typically ranges from $70,000 to $110,000 annually, depending on experience, industry, and company size. Salaries may also include bonuses and benefits, and the role often requires knowledge of quality management systems and certifications such as Six Sigma or ISO standards.

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Production Quality Engineer

San Jose, CA • On-site

Super Micro Computer
Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$84K - $109K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Job Req ID: 29342
About Supermicro:
Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.
Job Summary:
Our Production team is seeking a Production Quality Engineer to drive quality excellence across the product lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on L11 component quality and rack-level systems. This role focuses on collecting and analyzing quality metrics to deliver actionable design feedback for manufacturing, lead product quality improvement initiatives, and provide post-sales product quality and service support to maximize customer satisfaction.
The Production Quality Engineer will be primarily responsible for quality functions covering supply chain and incoming quality, in-house manufacturing quality, product reliability, and performance. A key focus will be working closely with suppliers to identify, drive root cause analysis, and implement effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) for quality issues related to rack-level components and other critical parts. The individual will collaborate with senior management of global production operations to establish quality-focused teams, mandate standard practices of quality principles, and provide oversight across all global operations sites and cross-functional departments.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Includes the following essential duties and responsibilities (other duties may also be assigned):
  • Monitor, review and control of key components (Memory, Storage, CPU, GPU) quality/reliability at customer side
  • Manage our quality control procedure to improve company's product quality
  • Support and coordinate with LAB and other engineering teams to improve our screen-ability of key components errors
  • Take ownership provide feedback and take initiative to drive to improve supplier quality management
  • Recommends changes or other action as appropriate for key components quality control
  • Work with cross-functional teams and take initiative to set quality standards for new product or customer
  • Take action to investigate key components related quality concerns addressed by customers, work, and provide constructive suggestions to customer direct supporting team
  • In-depth knowledge on maintaining the quality of the product from the sourcing to shipment process

Note: This position requires regular in-office attendance at our San Jose, CA headquarters. The successful candidate is expected to be present during standard working hours for collaboration, team meetings, training sessions, and on-site activities.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or equivalent experiences
  • 4+ years of experience in leading cross-functional teams in corporate environment, with solid product promotion experiences in hardware components preferred
  • Prior technical marketing experiences in ODM/OEM projects preferred
  • Ability to engage with both vendor and clients, creating business opportunity through ecosystem partnership is a plus
  • Strong analytical, marketing and project management skills - a drive for results and a history of successful execution on projects is a plus
  • Strong communication (both verbal and written) and presentation skills
  • Technical hands-on experiences on key components (Memory, Storage, CPU, GPU) qualification or application engineering experience
  • Understanding in the key features of server and key components, with in-depth knowledge about its market
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented and possessing a high level of integrity
  • Team player that works well in collaborative situations

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:
The physical demands and work conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
  • Able to stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and carry items.
  • Perform tasks that require standing and walking for long periods up to entire shift.
  • Lift, carry, push and pull in an excess of 25lb and up to 40lbs. Able to utilize a "buddy system" for moving objects more than 50 lbs. (For applicable positions: Must be able to operate pallet jack and forklift efficiently and safely.)
  • Must be able to wear safety shoes, earmuffs or other required PPE as needed.
  • Primarily works indoors with controlled climate conditions.

Please note that this position requires regular in-office attendance. The successful candidate is expected to be present in the office during standard working hours as determined by the company. In-office collaboration and participation in team meetings, training sessions, and other on-site activities are essential aspects of this role. Candidates should consider the commuting distance and be prepared to fulfill their responsibilities in the designated office location.
Salary Range
$75,000 - $138,000
The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.
EEO Statement
Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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