Quality Technician Jobs in California

Quality Technician jobs in California are concentrated in the Los Angeles Basin, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where aerospace, semiconductor manufacturing, and biomedical devices generate steady demand at every level from entry-line inspector to senior quality engineer. Established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Boston Scientific, and Intel maintain substantial California operations and hire quality technicians on a recurring basis. The most in-demand specialties are incoming inspection, statistical process control, and medical device quality systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles172+
Top employerTesla
Top cityFremont, CA
Cities hiring96
Work type92% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Sonendo, Inc.
Quality Inspection Technician II
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Quality Inspection Technician II
Sonendo, Inc.
Laguna Hills, California
Quality Control
Manufacturing Operations
$25.00 - $30.00/hr
On-Site
High School

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Philips
Quality Control Technician
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Quality Control Technician
Philips
Rancho Cordova, California
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
$22 - $34/hr
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Bachem
Quality Control Technician
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Quality Control Technician
Bachem
Vista, California
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$24.91 - $34.26/hr
Associate's degree
501-1,000

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Esther Formula USA
Quality Control Technician
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Quality Control Technician
Esther Formula USA
Lakeport, California
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$30 - $33/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in food science

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Quality Control Technician
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Quality Control Technician
Perricone Juices
Beaumont, California
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$18.5 - $19.5/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Quality Technician Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Fremont
12 jobs
San Diego
8 jobs
Sacramento
6 jobs
Los Angeles
6 jobs
Fresno
5 jobs
Irvine
4 jobs
Stockton
4 jobs
Livermore
4 jobs
City of Industry
4 jobs

Quality Technician Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

Tesla
Tesla7 open roles
Ameritek
Ameritek4 open roles
Hyve Solutions
Hyve Solutions4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Medical Devices
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What California Employers Look For

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

  • Demonstrated experience with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management systems
  • Proficiency with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and CMM equipment
  • Working knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation
  • Experience conducting incoming, in-process, and final product inspections
  • Familiarity with nonconformance reporting and corrective action processes
  • Associate degree or vocational certificate in manufacturing technology or a related field

Quality Technician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality technician in California?

Most California employers require an associate degree or vocational certificate in manufacturing technology, electronics, or a related field, though strong candidates sometimes enter with a high school diploma plus hands-on inspection experience. California does not issue a state license for quality technicians, but certifications from the American Society for Quality, such as the Certified Quality Technician credential, carry real weight with California aerospace and medical device employers. Community colleges across the state, including those in the Los Angeles and San Jose areas, offer relevant programs.

Which companies hire quality technicians in California?

Companies currently hiring quality technicians in California include Tesla, Ameritek, and Hyve Solutions, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of aerospace primes, semiconductor fabs, and FDA-regulated medical device manufacturers means demand is distributed across a wide range of industry types rather than dominated by a single sector.

Which California cities have the most quality technician jobs?

Fremont, San Diego, and Sacramento consistently post the highest volume of quality technician openings in California. The distribution reflects the state's industrial geography: the Los Angeles Basin anchors aerospace and defense work, San Diego hosts a dense cluster of biotech and medical device firms, and the Bay Area draws demand from semiconductor and advanced electronics manufacturers.

Are there remote quality technician jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Quality technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring physical inspection of parts, operation of measurement equipment, and presence on the production floor, so most roles are fully on-site. About 8% of quality technician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve documentation review, supplier audits, or quality systems coordination rather than direct inspection duties.

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

The most realistic entry path is a production inspector or quality control associate role, which large California manufacturers in aerospace and medical devices regularly post as trainee or associate-level positions. Employers such as defense contractors and FDA-regulated device makers in Southern California and San Diego often hire candidates who hold an ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential even without full-time experience. Completing a manufacturing technology program at a California community college and building familiarity with blueprint reading and basic metrology tools significantly strengthens an application for these entry roles.

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

You can find and apply to quality technician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the listings by location or specialty to identify roles that match your background, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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