Quality Auditor Jobs in California

Quality Auditor jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in aerospace and defense, life sciences and medical devices, food and beverage manufacturing, and semiconductor fabrication, with openings at every level from entry-level quality technician through senior auditor and lead quality engineer. The heaviest hiring is in the Los Angeles basin, San Jose and the broader Bay Area, and San Diego, where employers like Northrop Grumman, Abbott Laboratories, and Boston Scientific maintain major California operations. Internal audit systems, supplier qualification, and FDA-regulated quality management are the most in-demand specializations across these markets. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles15+
Top employerArrowhead Pharmaceuticals
Top cityPasadena, CA
Cities hiring12
Work type87% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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SCAN Health Plan
Quality Auditor
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SCAN Health Plan
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Quality Auditor
SCAN Health Plan
Lakewood, California
Quality Control
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Healthcare Administration
Audit
Compliance & Risk
$25 - $36/hr
Remote (US)
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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Houston Methodist
Coding Quality Auditor
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Houston Methodist
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Coding Quality Auditor
Houston Methodist
Los Angeles, California
Healthcare Administration
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Medical Coding & Billing
Audit
On-Site
Associate's

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Applied Materials
Corporate Quality Internal Auditor
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Applied Materials
Added 1mo ago
Corporate Quality Internal Auditor
Applied Materials
Santa Clara, California
Quality Control
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Legal
Business Analysis
Project Management
Compliance & Risk
Audit
$84k - $116k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Boston Scientific
Senior QA Auditor
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Boston Scientific
Added 2w ago
Senior QA Auditor
Boston Scientific
Santa Clarita, California
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Compliance & Legal
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Risk
Audit
$89k - $170k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Apple
Senior Lead Auditor
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Apple
Added 3w ago
Senior Lead Auditor
Apple
Cupertino, California
Compliance & Legal
Finance
Accounting
Quality Control
Compliance & Risk
Audit
$146k - $244k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Quality Auditor Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Pasadena
3 jobs
Santa Clarita
2 jobs
Cupertino
1 jobs
Emeryville
1 jobs
Fresno
1 jobs
Lakewood
1 jobs
Los Angeles
1 jobs
Redwood City
1 jobs
San Diego
1 jobs

Quality Auditor Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals
    Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals3
  • Boston Scientific
    Boston Scientific2
  • Apple
    Apple1
  • Applied Materials
    Applied Materials1
  • Heritage Provider Network
    Heritage Provider Network1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals4
  • Electronics & Hardware3
  • Consulting & Professional Services2
  • Healthcare & Medical Services2
  • Non-Profit & Social Services2

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality auditor jobs across California.

  • ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) credential preferred or required by most California employers
  • Experience auditing to ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 13485, or FDA 21 CFR standards
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, manufacturing, or a related technical field
  • Proficiency with quality management systems such as SAP QM, MasterControl, or TrackWise
  • Demonstrated experience writing nonconformance reports, CAPAs, and audit findings documentation
  • Familiarity with California-specific regulatory environments including CDPH oversight for medical device manufacturers

Quality Auditor Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality auditor in California?

The most direct path is earning the American Society for Quality Certified Quality Auditor credential after completing the required work experience in quality auditing or inspection. California does not issue a state license for quality auditors, so the CQA is the professional benchmark employers here expect. A bachelor's degree in engineering, biology, chemistry, or a related field strengthens your candidacy, particularly in California's life sciences and aerospace sectors where technical fluency in FDA or AS9100 frameworks matters.

Which companies hire quality auditors in California?

Employers hiring quality auditors in California right now include Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Boston Scientific, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of regulated industries, including medical devices, aerospace, and food manufacturing, means hiring here skews toward employers with formal quality management systems and external audit obligations.

Which California cities have the most quality auditor jobs?

The cities with the most quality auditor openings in California are Pasadena, Santa Clarita, and Cupertino. The Los Angeles basin drives much of the volume through its aerospace and defense manufacturing base, the Bay Area concentrates roles in semiconductor and biotech firms, and San Diego reflects the region's dense cluster of medical device and biotech companies with continuous FDA compliance needs.

Are there remote quality auditor jobs in California?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical fields because quality auditing often requires physical access to facilities, production lines, or supplier sites. About 13% of quality auditor openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The portions of the role most likely to be performed remotely are documentation review, management system audits of software or service companies, and second-party supplier desk audits.

How can I get hired as a quality auditor in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is a quality technician or quality inspector role, which many California manufacturers use as a feeder into auditor positions. Large food and beverage producers in California's Central Valley and medical device companies in San Diego and the Bay Area regularly hire quality associates who learn internal auditing on the job. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential before your first role signals commitment and gives you an edge over candidates with no formal quality background.

Where can I find and apply to quality auditor jobs in California?

You can find and apply to quality auditor jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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