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Dexter Magnetic Technologies

Quality Technician

Torrance, CA

$36/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Quality Technician is responsible for performing advanced dimensional inspection, supporting measurement system analysis (MSA), Gage R&R and managing quality data and documentation. This role ...

Ametek

Quality Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$77K - $99K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Quality Engineer will work with cross-functional teams to continually improve manufacturing processes, support daily Quality activities including internal and external audits, and interface with ...

AMAX

Quality Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

$78K - $101K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Quality Engineer to ensure product quality, reliability, and compliance from NPI throughout the product lifecycle. This role partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Supply ...

Foxconn-PCE Technology

Quality Manager

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

The Quality Manager is responsible for leading the Quality Assurance organization for AI server and rack-level manufacturing operations. This role owns quality strategy, team execution, quality ...

Terran Orbital Corporation

Quality Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$77K - $99K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

The Quality Engineer will execute and administer plant-wide quality management systems assurance, quality control, and continuous improvement. Key Duties and Responsibilities * Key Point of Contact ...

Dunlop Sports

Quality Supervisor

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

$70K - $95K/yr

Through innovation, quality, and care, we create experiences that uplift, motivate, and empower-so that everyone can find their own joy in sport. Our Vision: Our vision is to be at the heart of the ...

INA Solution Inc

Quality Engineer

Brea, CA · On-site

$74K - $96K/yr

Quality Engineer Location: Brea, CA (Onsite) Duration: Full-time Job Summary: Quality Assurance Engineer will actively lead the improvement of customer satisfaction by leading the reduction of ...

Connect Staffing

Quality Technician

Garden Grove, CA · On-site

$22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Connect Staffing is hiring a Quality Control Technician for a trailer manufacturing facility in Cypress, CA. This is a temp-to-hire position paying $22.00/hr on a Monday-Friday day shift with ...

Superior Lithographics Inc

Quality Manager

Vernon, CA · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Quality Manager Reports To: Director of Manufacturing/Plant Manager Role Summary: The Quality Manager will report directly to the Director of Manufacturing/ Plant Manager. The Quality Manager will ...

Kosmos

Quality Manager

Turlock, CA · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

Growing Food Company in the Turlock, California area has a need for a QA Manager. It is a direct hire opening with a full benefits package. Major Responsibilities: Responsible for establishing ...

Kosmos

Quality Manager

Fresno, CA

$90K - $130K/yr

Growing Food Company in the Turlock, California area has a need for a QA Manager. It is a direct hire opening with a full benefits package. Major Responsibilities: Responsible for establishing ...

Eravant

Quality Supervisor

Torrance, CA · On-site

$86K/yr

Supervise and mentor QA/QC inspectors. * Review inspection results, NCRs, and corrective actions for effectiveness. * Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing to resolve quality issues.

Anduril Industries

Quality Specialist

Santa Ana, CA

This Quality Specialist is a professional who is responsible for monitoring, inspecting and proposing measures to correct or improve the final products in order to meet established quality standards.

MGM Transformer LLC

Quality Inspector

Commerce, CA · On-site

Quality Inspector Location: Commerce / Vernon , CA facility Department: Quality Reports To: Quality Manager Job Type: Entry Level Quality / Testing Inspector Job Summary: We are seeking a Quality ...

Fairbanks Morse Defense

Quality Technician

National City, CA · On-site

$30.22 - $36.03/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provide our FMD aftermarket teams with direct support from the quality discipline to include inspection, objective quality evidence tracking and completion and other support as directed to aid in ...

Ametek

Quality Engineer

Goleta, CA · On-site

$77K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Quality Engineer (QE) is responsible for driving quality performance across supplier, customer, and manufacturing operations at AMETEK PDT. This role collaborates cross-functionally with ...

Hims and Hers Health, Inc.

Quality Specialist

Los Alamitos, CA · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Quality Specialist is an individual contributor within the site Quality Unit, supporting Quality activities in a sterile injectable cGMP / 503B environment. The role executes day-to-day quality ...

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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.

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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 Technician

Dexter Magnetic Technologies

Torrance, CA

$36/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Magnetic Component Engineering ("MCE"), a subsidiary of Dexter Magnetic Technologies ("Dexter"), manufactures permanent magnets and magnetic assemblies made to demanding customer specification in the aerospace / defense, semiconductor equipment, medical, and industrial end markets. MCE is based in Torrance, CA and operates one 48,000 square foot facility with 85 employees.
For more information on Magnetic Component Engineering, please visit: https://www.mceproducts.com/.
The Quality Technician is responsible for performing advanced dimensional inspection, supporting measurement system analysis (MSA), Gage R&R and managing quality data and documentation. This role plays a key part in ensuring measurement accuracy, identifying nonconformances, supporting root cause analysis, and maintaining compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements.
Major Responsibilities
  • Evaluate measurement uncertainty, gage capability, and suitability of measurement methods.
  • Support and perform Gage Repeatability & Reproducibility (GR&R) studies and other Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities.
  • Support analysis of measurement data trends and assist with root cause investigations related to dimensional or measurement issues.
  • Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and customer quality requirements.
  • Support and/or complete First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements, customer and or company requirements
  • Control nonconforming material, including identification, segregation, documentation, and disposition in accordance with company procedures (DMR's)
  • Process customer returns (RMA's) and internal nonconformances, including data collection and analysis.
  • Assist with root cause analysis and corrective action activities related to quality issues.
  • Utilize Epicor ERP to process transactions.
  • Assist with follow up on corrective actions (CAPAs) with internal stakeholders
  • Monitor and analyze quality metrics, including cost of quality, returns, and inspection data.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on measurement accuracy, efficiency, and cost of quality.
  • Originate, maintain, and retrieve quality documentation and records in accordance with AS9100 and company procedures.
  • Participate in resolving quality concerns involving manufacturing, engineering, suppliers, and customers.
  • Support internal and external quality audits, as required.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Required
  • Associate degree in Metrology, Engineering, Quality, or related technical field preferred, or equivalent experience.
  • At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Advanced understanding and knowledge of using precise inspection tools
  • Knowledge of measurement system analysis, gage R&R
  • Ability to understand technical and quality information as it relates to business.
  • Strong oral, written and listening communication skills.
  • Ability to read and comprehend complex mechanical drawings with GD&T required
  • Familiarity with ERP systems required (Epicor preferred)
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Nature of Position and Business Environment
Challenge and creativity:
  • As a quality professional to be an example of the highest professional, ethical, and moral standards for other quality personnel.

Interactions:
  • With the Quality Manager and Quality engineers - to develop quality enhancements and quality plans that improve quality objectives and quality cost improvements.
  • With inspectors and employees - to motivate others on quality issues.
  • With Product Development Engineering - act as the primary inspector of prototype jobs.

Working Environment:
  • Full responsibility and authority to control the quality of the product and to service customers

Organizational Relationships - Quality Technician reports to the Quality Manager and interacts with
engineering, quality and other personnel, including management.
Supervision Provided
  • No responsibility for supervision of other Dexter associates

Hourly Rate:$30-$36
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Basic Life/AD&D (includes coverage for dependents 100% Company paid), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability (100% Company paid), Supplemental Life/AD&D, 401(k) with Company match, tuition assistance after 1 year, paid time off, and 11 paid holidays.
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