Quality Control Technician Jobs in Milpitas, CA

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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Quality Control Technician (Medical Devices)

  • Hayward, CA (22 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (22 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Complete and review First Article Inspections (FAI) as required. Create or assist in generating Quality Inspection Plan (QIP)....

QC Technician

  • Union City, CA (17 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Union City, CA (17 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 12 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 Technician

  • Morgan Hill, CA (20 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Morgan Hill, CA (20 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Quality Control Technician About Specialized: First and foremost, we are riders. We share the core belief that bikes help make the world a better place....

Test Technician/Quality Control

  • Newark, CA (14 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Newark, CA (14 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Now hiring Test Technician/Quality Control Technicians in Newark, CA. If you're interested text the word TEST and your name to .... Please be prepared to email updated resume....

Quality Control Technician (1st Shift)

  • Milpitas, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 24 days ago

LeanTeq is best-in-class in a very niche part of the semiconductor industry and is looking for quality-oriented people who enjoy working in a great culture to join our team. Our company does...

QC Technician

  • Mountain View, CA (12 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (12 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Additionally, this role will provide support to Quality Systems as needed....

Quality Control Technician (1429-356)

  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 29 days ago

Quality Control Technician opportunity with Traylor Bros., Inc! Traylor Bros., Inc. (TBI) is one of the most respected and sought-after tunneling firms in a very specialized industry....

Final Quality Control Technician

  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

: Final Quality Control Technician - Swing Shift (3:15 PM - 11:45 PM) Compensation: $23/hr Job Summary: We are looking for a detail-oriented Final Quality Control Technician for our client Foxconn to...

QC Lab Tech

  • Livermore, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Livermore, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

QC Lab Tech Quality Control Livermore, CA, US Pay Rate Low: 24 | Pay Rate High: 28 Seeking a skilled Quality Control Technician to join a dynamic production team....

QC Lab Technician- Cosmetics

  • Livermore, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Livermore, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

QC Lab Technician- Cosmetics Manufacturing livermore, CA, US Pay Rate Low: 24 | Pay Rate High: 26 Our client, a personal care & household products manufacturer, is seeking a skilled QC Lab...

Quality Control Technician

  • Milpitas, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Quality Control Technician Every day, Kelly Science & Clinical connects professionals with opportunities to advance their careers....

Demographic Data for Milpitas, CA

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Salary for Quality Control Technician Jobs in Milpitas, CA

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Technicians in Milpitas, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.3%
High School or GED
20.0%
Associate's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.4%

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