Quality Program Manager Jobs in California
Quality Program Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in aerospace and defense, medical devices, semiconductors, and enterprise technology, with openings from associate-level coordinators through senior program directors. The largest hiring markets are the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where employers such as Northrop Grumman, Abbott, and Intel maintain significant California operations. Demand is strongest for candidates with experience in ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management systems, CAPA process ownership, and cross-functional program execution. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Azul Vision is the largest eye care practice in Orange County, Inland Empire, and the Los Angeles area, with Twenty-Five locations and our newest location is Palm Desert to serve you conveniently and comfortably. Our world-class eye doctors are experts in all aspects of eye care as well as leading specialists in vision correction, cataract surgery, and laser eye surgery. We offer everything from cataract removal to cosmetic procedures such as eyelid surgery. You can rest assured you will receive cutting-edge treatment in a comfortable, friendly, and high-tech environment.
In accordance with our 5-Star Quality Measure, our goal is to continuously maximize our efforts to ensure successful completion of the measure. The Quality Coordinator will be a vital component in successfully meeting our 5 Star measure. The candidate will need to have a high level of analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reconcile patient visits and claim completion
- Request medical records
- Update 5 Star patient gap list
- Immediately inform supervisor of gap list discrepancies
- Re-direct patients in network
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Assist & ensure completion of client requests
- Reports
- Unable to reach patients
- Visit and claim verification
- Patient outreach
- Gathering of specific gap list details
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Cross train in other quality areas
- Vision Screening
- Patient Experience
Education & Experience:
- Associates degree preferred
- Must have intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills and comfortable with Excel formulas and tools
- Experience in a health care environment a plus
Skills & Requirements:
- Ability to work independently, prioritize, and effectively manage job duties
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and through written communication with a variety of professionals
- Ability to analyze data
- Be proactive
- Strong listening and oral communication skills
- Excellent organizational and administrative skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to multitask and to work independently within a team environment
- Professional and reliable attitude; strong sense of initiative and motivation
- Must be able to foster a positive and productive work environment
- Bilingual (Fluent in both English and Spanish) preferred
Azul Vision is the largest eye care practice in Orange County, Inland Empire, and the Los Angeles area, with Twenty-Five locations and our newest location is Palm Desert to serve you conveniently and comfortably. Our world-class eye doctors are experts in all aspects of eye care as well as leading specialists in vision correction, cataract surgery, and laser eye surgery. We offer everything from cataract removal to cosmetic procedures such as eyelid surgery. You can rest assured you will receive cutting-edge treatment in a comfortable, friendly, and high-tech environment.
In accordance with our 5-Star Quality Measure, our goal is to continuously maximize our efforts to ensure successful completion of the measure. The Quality Coordinator will be a vital component in successfully meeting our 5 Star measure. The candidate will need to have a high level of analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reconcile patient visits and claim completion
- Request medical records
- Update 5 Star patient gap list
- Immediately inform supervisor of gap list discrepancies
- Re-direct patients in network
-
Assist & ensure completion of client requests
- Reports
- Unable to reach patients
- Visit and claim verification
- Patient outreach
- Gathering of specific gap list details
-
Cross train in other quality areas
- Vision Screening
- Patient Experience
Education & Experience:
- Associates degree preferred
- Must have intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills and comfortable with Excel formulas and tools
- Experience in a health care environment a plus
Skills & Requirements:
- Ability to work independently, prioritize, and effectively manage job duties
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and through written communication with a variety of professionals
- Ability to analyze data
- Be proactive
- Strong listening and oral communication skills
- Excellent organizational and administrative skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to multitask and to work independently within a team environment
- Professional and reliable attitude; strong sense of initiative and motivation
- Must be able to foster a positive and productive work environment
- Bilingual (Fluent in both English and Spanish) preferred
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Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
- Banking & Financial Services
- Medical Devices
- Artificial Intelligence
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality program manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality management, or a related technical field
- Demonstrated experience managing quality programs within regulated California industries such as aerospace, medical devices, or semiconductors
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, or FDA 21 CFR quality management frameworks
- Proven ability to lead CAPA processes, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
- Experience coordinating cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and supply chain
- Certification such as ASQ Certified Quality Manager or Six Sigma Black Belt preferred by many California employers
Quality Program Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality program manager in California?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in engineering, quality science, or a closely related field, followed by several years in quality assurance or program coordination roles within a regulated California industry. California does not issue a state license specific to quality program managers, but employers in aerospace, medical devices, and biotech strongly prefer candidates holding ASQ certifications such as the Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer. Building experience with FDA or DOD quality frameworks accelerates hiring.
Which companies hire quality program managers in California?
Employers hiring quality program managers in California right now include Apple, Meta, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of defense contractors, medical device manufacturers, and semiconductor companies means demand remains consistent well beyond the largest household names.
Which California cities have the most quality program manager jobs?
Sunnyvale, Cupertino, and San Francisco have the most quality program manager openings in California. The Bay Area and Los Angeles dominate because of their dense clusters of aerospace primes, semiconductor fabs, and medical device headquarters, while San Diego draws consistent demand from its large biotech and defense sectors anchored by companies and research institutions concentrated along the I-15 and I-8 corridors.
Are there remote quality program manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely analytical roles because quality program managers frequently need to be on the production floor, in supplier audits, or present during regulatory inspections. About 50% of quality program manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to cover program reporting, documentation governance, and supplier quality coordination rather than hands-on manufacturing oversight.
How can I get hired as a quality program manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a quality assurance technician, quality inspector, or associate quality engineer role within a California manufacturer or medical device company, then building toward program ownership from there. Large California employers in aerospace and medical devices, including those in the South Bay and San Diego, regularly hire recent engineering graduates into rotational or associate quality programs. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate credential before applying demonstrates commitment and gives candidates a concrete edge over other entry-level applicants.
Where can I find and apply to quality program manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to quality program manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly.
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