Quality Assurance Manager

Contract Professionals, Inc.; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Contract Professionals, Inc. in Hayward, CA seeks a Quality Manager with strong semiconductor/manufacturing quality background to lead and strengthen quality systems at the facility.

This hands-on leadership role emphasizes ISO 9001, cleanroom and high-purity manufacturing expectations, and strong collaboration with operations. The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of progressive quality experience, proven leadership, and the ability to drive CAPA, audits, and continuous improvement on the

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Quality leadership experience with direct responsibility for quality personnel.
• Strong background in semiconductor manufacturing, high-purity or precision manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and Quality Management Systems.
• Hands-on CAPA, root cause analysis, nonconformance management, audits and corrective actions.
• Experience with cleanroom environments, contamination control, or high-purity processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) and ISO 9001 compliance.
• Oversee quality activities supporting semiconductor, high-purity, and precision manufacturing operations.
• Manage incoming, in-process, and final inspection processes to ensure product quality.
• Lead internal and external audits, including corrective actions and follow-up.
• Oversee CAPA, nonconformances, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement.
• Apply structured problem-solving methods (5-Why, Fishbone, 8D).
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Manufacturing to resolve quality issues.
• Support cleanroom quality requirements and contamination control.
• Maintain quality documentation, change control processes, and inspection records.
• Develop and improve quality procedures and work instructions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Quality team members.
• Monitor quality metrics and drive improvements across manufacturing.

Skills

QMS leadership

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality/Manufacturing

Job description

Quality Manager – Semiconductor / Precision Manufacturing

Location: Hayward, CA | Onsite

Salary: $130,000–$155,000 annually, depending on experience

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Quality Manager with a strong background in semiconductor, high-purity, or precision manufacturing to lead and strengthen quality systems at its Hayward, CA facility.

This is a hands-on leadership position requiring someone who understands the quality demands of semiconductor manufacturing, including stringent cleanliness requirements, precision components, controlled manufacturing processes, and customer-specific quality standards.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of technical quality expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and experience working directly with manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the company's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and applicable industry standards.
• Oversee quality activities supporting semiconductor, high-purity, and precision manufacturing operations.
• Manage incoming, in-process, and final inspection processes to ensure product quality and compliance.
• Lead internal, external, and customer audits, including corrective actions and follow-up activities.
• Manage CAPA, nonconformances, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize structured problem-solving methodologies, including 5-Why, Fishbone, and 8D.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations to resolve production and supplier quality issues.
• Support quality requirements related to cleanroom environments, contamination control, and high-purity components.
• Maintain quality documentation, change control processes, and inspection records.
• Develop and improve quality procedures, work instructions, and inspection processes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Quality team members.
• Monitor quality metrics, identify trends, and implement improvements to strengthen overall manufacturing performance.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive Quality experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous Quality Manager or Quality leadership experience, including direct responsibility for quality personnel and daily manufacturing quality.
• Strong experience in semiconductor manufacturing, semiconductor equipment/components, high-purity manufacturing, or closely related precision manufacturing environments.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and Quality Management Systems.
• Hands-on experience with CAPA, root cause analysis, nonconformance management, audits, and corrective actions.
• Experience overseeing manufacturing inspection activities and resolving production-related quality issues.
• Ability to work effectively with Engineering, Operations, and Manufacturing teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working directly on the manufacturing floor in a hands-on leadership capacity.

Highly Preferred

• Experience supporting semiconductor OEMs or equipment manufacturers.
• Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing equipment, components, and assemblies.
• Experience with cleanroom operations, contamination control, or high-purity manufacturing processes.
• ISO 13485 experience.
• Experience with precision inspection, metrology, supplier quality, and customer quality requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline.