Quality Analyst Jobs in California
Quality Analyst jobs in California are concentrated in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where industries including biotechnology, medical devices, aerospace, and consumer technology drive steady demand at every level from entry-level associate to senior QA lead. Employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Northrop Grumman, and Abbott Laboratories maintain large quality functions in the state and hire across specialties including software QA, clinical quality assurance, and manufacturing quality control. California ranks among the most active markets in the country for quality analyst roles, with strong openings in regulated industries that require rigorous compliance and documentation standards. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Position Summary
The Quality Analyst is responsible for assisting in administration of the quality management system at a site to assure adherence to ISO 9001, ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820/211, EU GMPs, ISO 17025, ISO 11137 and/or ISO 11135 and other applicable regulatory standards. This role leads complaint/CAPA investigations, supplier quality improvement initiatives, continuous improvement initiatives and countermeasures with the use of statistical techniques and other accepted quality principles. This role executes activities concerned with the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of STERIS quality systems. The Analyst also supports production and quality operations by coordinating and performing problem-solving investigations, pre-reviews and final acceptance/run release of processing runs that contain non-conformances. Responsible for the activities related to quality and regulatory compliance to ensure all product processing requirements are met in accordance with Customer specifications including calibrations, dosimetry results, generation of test methods, audits, scheduling, validations, record keeping and reporting.
This is a day-shift position scheduled Sunday through Thursday, with some flexibility around the specific hours worked on Sundays.
Duties
- Coordinate day-to-day tasks and direction for Quality Technicians/Senior Quality Technicians by providing technical support, mentoring and oversight.
- Responsible for oversight of all product and/or report pre-reviews and releases conducted by Quality Technicians/Senior Quality Technicians.
- Responsible for executing product and/or report releases for all processing runs/lab samples containing a non-conformance, including management of Customer communication and leading the associated non-conformance investigations.
- Initiate and/or participate in corrective actions, problem-solving and continuous improvement activities.
- Perform internal audits at other AST facilities, including identification of non-compliances and report generation. Responsible for managing remediation of internal audit observations assigned by site Quality Manager.
- Manage creation of new quality system policies and procedures and revisions to existing policies/procedures.
- Review collected data to perform statistical analysis and recommend process changes to improve quality.
- Monitor and report on performance metrics.
- Instruct other STERIS employees in quality principles, effective corrective actions, and valid statistical techniques.
- Collaborate with other departments and facilities within the company on quality related issues.
- Lead quality system programs (i.e. calibration, maintenance, training, CAPA, complaints, non-conformances, supplier quality, management review, operational qualifications, document control, change control, risk management, etc).
- Overall responsibilities include commitment to ensure external and internal requirements ar met according to documented policies, procedures, standards and regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Experience
- Bachelor's Degree (Scientific or related technical field).
- 1-5 years of combined Manufacturing/Quality Engineering and/or Quality Systems experience.
- 1-5 years of experience with medical device or other regulated industries preferred.
- 1-5 years of experience working in an ISO certified environment required.
- Working knowledge of FDA QSR/ EUGMP regulations strongly preferred.
What STERIS Offers
We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.
Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:
- Market Competitive pay
- Extensive Paid Time Off and added Holidays
- Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision benefits
- Long- and Short-Term Disability coverage
- 401(k) with a company match
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Additional add- on benefits / discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education programs
- Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career
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Pay range for this opportunity is 81,500 - 95,000. This position is eligible for bonus participation.
Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.
STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio.
Open until position is filled.
STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.
Position Summary
The Quality Analyst is responsible for assisting in administration of the quality management system at a site to assure adherence to ISO 9001, ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820/211, EU GMPs, ISO 17025, ISO 11137 and/or ISO 11135 and other applicable regulatory standards. This role leads complaint/CAPA investigations, supplier quality improvement initiatives, continuous improvement initiatives and countermeasures with the use of statistical techniques and other accepted quality principles. This role executes activities concerned with the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of STERIS quality systems. The Analyst also supports production and quality operations by coordinating and performing problem-solving investigations, pre-reviews and final acceptance/run release of processing runs that contain non-conformances. Responsible for the activities related to quality and regulatory compliance to ensure all product processing requirements are met in accordance with Customer specifications including calibrations, dosimetry results, generation of test methods, audits, scheduling, validations, record keeping and reporting.
This is a day-shift position scheduled Sunday through Thursday, with some flexibility around the specific hours worked on Sundays.
Duties
- Coordinate day-to-day tasks and direction for Quality Technicians/Senior Quality Technicians by providing technical support, mentoring and oversight.
- Responsible for oversight of all product and/or report pre-reviews and releases conducted by Quality Technicians/Senior Quality Technicians.
- Responsible for executing product and/or report releases for all processing runs/lab samples containing a non-conformance, including management of Customer communication and leading the associated non-conformance investigations.
- Initiate and/or participate in corrective actions, problem-solving and continuous improvement activities.
- Perform internal audits at other AST facilities, including identification of non-compliances and report generation. Responsible for managing remediation of internal audit observations assigned by site Quality Manager.
- Manage creation of new quality system policies and procedures and revisions to existing policies/procedures.
- Review collected data to perform statistical analysis and recommend process changes to improve quality.
- Monitor and report on performance metrics.
- Instruct other STERIS employees in quality principles, effective corrective actions, and valid statistical techniques.
- Collaborate with other departments and facilities within the company on quality related issues.
- Lead quality system programs (i.e. calibration, maintenance, training, CAPA, complaints, non-conformances, supplier quality, management review, operational qualifications, document control, change control, risk management, etc).
- Overall responsibilities include commitment to ensure external and internal requirements ar met according to documented policies, procedures, standards and regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Experience
- Bachelor's Degree (Scientific or related technical field).
- 1-5 years of combined Manufacturing/Quality Engineering and/or Quality Systems experience.
- 1-5 years of experience with medical device or other regulated industries preferred.
- 1-5 years of experience working in an ISO certified environment required.
- Working knowledge of FDA QSR/ EUGMP regulations strongly preferred.
What STERIS Offers
We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.
Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:
- Market Competitive pay
- Extensive Paid Time Off and added Holidays
- Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision benefits
- Long- and Short-Term Disability coverage
- 401(k) with a company match
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Additional add- on benefits / discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education programs
- Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career
#LI-BN1
Pay range for this opportunity is 81,500 - 95,000. This position is eligible for bonus participation.
Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.
STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio.
Open until position is filled.
STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.
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Quality Analyst Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
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- Insurance
- Technology & Software
- Mining & Natural Resources
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality analyst jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a closely related technical field
- Experience with quality management systems such as ISO 9001 or ISO 13485
- Familiarity with FDA regulations and Good Manufacturing Practice requirements
- Proficiency in root cause analysis, CAPA processes, and nonconformance documentation
- Skill with test case development, defect tracking tools, or statistical process control methods
- Certified Quality Auditor or ASQ certification preferred by many California employers
Quality Analyst Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality analyst in California?
Most quality analyst roles in California require a bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, computer science, or a related field, and California does not issue a state license specific to this title. Employers in regulated sectors such as medical devices and pharmaceuticals often expect familiarity with FDA guidelines and ISO standards before hiring. Earning an ASQ certification, such as Certified Quality Auditor or Certified Quality Technician, strengthens a candidate's profile and is widely recognized by California hiring managers.
Which companies hire quality analysts in California?
Employers hiring quality analysts in California right now include Avid Bioservices, Northrop Grumman, and L.A. Care Health Plan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's concentration of regulated industries, including biotechnology, aerospace, and medical devices, means quality roles appear across both large multinationals and regional specialty manufacturers.
Which California cities have the most quality analyst jobs?
Los Angeles, San Diego, and California account for the most quality analyst openings in California. The Bay Area's density of technology and life sciences companies anchors hiring in that region, while Los Angeles draws demand from aerospace and defense contractors and San Diego's biotech and pharmaceutical corridor supports a strong and consistent pipeline of quality roles.
Are there remote quality analyst jobs in California?
Yes, but availability depends on the specialty. About 50% of quality analyst openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the mix of desk-based and on-site work the role involves. Software QA and documentation-focused quality roles are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while manufacturing quality control and lab-based positions typically require an on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a quality analyst in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a quality associate or quality technician role, which large California employers in medical devices and biotech, including those in the San Diego and Bay Area corridors, regularly fill with recent graduates. Many candidates move laterally from production, laboratory, or customer support roles into quality positions as they gain familiarity with documentation and compliance processes. Completing an ASQ Certified Quality Technician exam or building a portfolio of test cases and quality reports gives candidates a concrete edge when applying to entry-level openings at California contract manufacturers and health system suppliers.
Where can I find and apply to quality analyst jobs in California?
You can find and apply to quality analyst jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries including biotechnology, aerospace, technology, and healthcare. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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