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Quality Control Engineer

Chatsworth, CA · On-site

$90K - $129K/yr

  • Medical

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Quality Control Engineer Location: Chatsworth, Onsite Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Salary: $90,000 - $130,000/ year, depending on experience (DPE) Company Overview: Micro Quality ...

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Quality Control/Quality Assurance

Del Rey, CA · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

Quality Control / Quality Assurance - Pomegranate Season 2026 Full Steam Staffing is NOW HIRING 1,000+ Seasonal Quality Control / Quality Assurance Associates in Del Rey, CA! Join our team for ...

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Quality Control / Quality Assurance

Sacramento, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Train Quality activities and requirements at a divisional level * Assist Division Quality Manager as directed * Lead project team through engagement and processes * Ability to work with and report to ...

Essel

Quality Control / Quality Assurance

Sacramento, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Train Quality activities and requirements at a divisional level * Assist Division Quality Manager as directed * Lead project team through engagement and processes * Ability to work with and report to ...

Essel

Quality Control / Quality Assurance

Sacramento, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Train Quality activities and requirements at a divisional level * Assist Division Quality Manager as directed * Lead project team through engagement and processes * Ability to work with and report to ...

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How much do quality jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for quality in California is $20.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $23.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a quality job?

Quality jobs typically refer to positions responsible for ensuring that products or services meet established standards of excellence. Professionals in quality roles may work in industries like manufacturing, healthcare, or software, and their work often involves inspecting, testing, and evaluating processes or outputs. Common quality job titles include Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist, Quality Control (QC) Inspector, and Quality Manager. These roles help organizations maintain compliance with regulations, improve customer satisfaction, and minimize defects or errors.

How does a quality professional typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product standards?

Quality professionals frequently work alongside teams from production, engineering, and supply chain to identify areas for process improvement and resolve quality issues. They often participate in meetings, conduct root cause analyses, and help implement corrective actions to ensure products meet regulatory and customer standards. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as quality experts must clearly convey findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This collaborative approach helps foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a quality assurance specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Quality Assurance Specialist, you need a solid understanding of quality control principles, problem-solving skills, and typically a degree in engineering, science, or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as Six Sigma, ISO standards, statistical process control (SPC), and quality management systems (QMS) is often required, along with relevant certifications like ASQ CQE. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills help professionals excel in identifying issues and collaborating with teams. These skills ensure products and services consistently meet regulatory and customer standards, supporting organizational reputation and efficiency.

What is the difference between Quality vs Quality Assurance?

AspectQualityQuality Assurance
FocusOverall product or service quality, continuous improvementProcesses and procedures to prevent defects
CredentialsVaries; often includes certifications like Six Sigma, quality management degreesCertifications like ASQ CQE, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
Work EnvironmentAcross production, service, and management rolesTypically in quality departments, audits, and process control
Industry UsageBroadly used in manufacturing, healthcare, software, and moreCommon in manufacturing, software development, and engineering sectors

Quality focuses on the overall excellence of products or services, emphasizing improvement and customer satisfaction. Quality Assurance concentrates on establishing and maintaining processes to prevent defects, ensuring consistent quality. While related, Quality is broader, and Quality Assurance is more process-oriented.

What are the most commonly searched types of Quality jobs in California?

The most popular types of Quality jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Quality jobs?

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Infographic showing various Quality job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,561 per year, or $20.9 per hour.

Quality Manager

Redlands Community Hospital - QUALITY MANAGEMENT

Redlands, CA • On-site

$126K - $183K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Annual salary range: $126,380.80 min. - $183,248.00 max


This position provides operational leadership and daily management of the Quality Department, The Quality Manager is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operations of the Quality Department, performance improvement efforts for publicly reported clinical measures, assisting with regulatory agency investigations and survey activities, and data analysis related activities. Investigate and respond to insurance quality referrals and participate in regulatory agency deficiencies and validate plans of correction are reported to the required Councils. Ensures effective execution of quality improvement initiatives, core measure performance, and data integrity. This role translates quality priorities and data analysis requirements into actionable work plans, supports frontline Quality staff, and ensures timely, accurate reporting and follow-through. The manager assists with implementing strategies for best practices, providing educational opportunities in collaboration with the education department and performance improvement support to clinical providers and staff.


*Ability to meet all job & physical requirements as outlined in job description or as agreed through a work place accommodation


EDUCATION/TRAINING/ EXPERIENCE:

 

  1. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related healthcare field, preferred.
  2. Minimum of three (3) years of experience working as a manager in the areas of quality and/or performance improvement highly desirable.
  3. Strong organizational and communication skills desired.
  4. Extensive experience in facilitating and leading teams and conducting Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) desired.
  5. Strong knowledge of CMS, Joint Commission, and California regulatory requirements.
  6. Working knowledge of core measure abstraction, data validation, and quality reporting systems
  7. Team STEPPS Master Trainer preferred.
  8. LEAN Six Sigma training and recent experience preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:

 

  1. Current California license as a registered nurse required.
  2. CPHQ preferred.
  3. CPPS preferred.
  4. MAB is required to be completed on the first day of work. (Grandfathered: existing employees must complete new requirements by 6/9/2025.) 


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