List of 30 Quality Control Manager Interview Questions & Answers
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1.
Tell me about your quality control experiences.
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This is a good time to be more specific than your resume allows. Describe further some of the types of companies and products you have worked with.
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What is your greatest weakness?
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When answering this question be sure to include what you are working on in regards to your job performance and then end on a positive note. You do not want to make your 'greatest weakness' something critical. Keep it somewhat light and positive.
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3.
How important was it for you to keep detailed records of all your inspections at your previous position?
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Detailed records are an important part of your role as a QC Manager. Be sure to discuss the importance and any extra steps you take to ensure the accuracy and safety of the records.
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4.
What are your career goals?
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When answering this question be sure to talk about what you hope for yourself for the future and how that can fit into what the company is looking for from you long term.
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5.
What is destructive testing, and what are its benefits?
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Be sure to clearly explain what you believe destructive testing to be. What are the common benefits of this type of testing? The clearer and more concise you can be when answering this question - the better.
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6.
When have you given advice or a suggestion to a QC manager before? How was your advice/suggestion received?
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If you have been the only QC Manager for some time, you may need to think of an example from earlier in your career. Think of a time when you had a suggestion and it was received well. Keep the answer light and positive.
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7.
Why should we hire you?
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It is best to highlight your strongest skills when answering this question. What makes you a stand out candidate? Be sure to ask the interviewer if they have any hesitations when it comes to your qualifications.
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8.
What are key duties/tasks for Quality Control Manager?
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It's always a great idea to go into the job interview knowing what the job description is. The hiring manager would really like to know that what you understand to be the position requirements truly do match the skills that you bring.
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9.
Why do you want to become a Quality Control Manager?
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When you answer this questions, it is really important to show an interest in both the company and the job description.
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10.
What has been your biggest career accomplishment?
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What has been your biggest 'win' in your career? Perhaps you have won an award or were recognized for a job very well done. Be sure to talk about yourself in a positive way and end with a qualifying statement.
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11.
Tell me about a risk you discovered from your past job?
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When you answer this question be sure to give an example but be careful not to give away any trade secrets and do not risk speaking poorly of your previous place of employment.
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12.
How do you prioritize your work?
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Being able to prioritize and manage multiple urgent needs at once is a really important skill. Show the interviewer you are capable of doing this by talking about how you manage your day.
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13.
What is your greatest strength?
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This is the time to talk a bit about what you feel you could uniquely bring to the job if you were the successful candidate.
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14.
What's your ideal company to work for?
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Have you researched what this company offers? You should always know, before your interview, what the organization stands for, what their culture is like and something about them that that stands out to you.
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15.
Tell me how you would make a great quality control manager here at our company.
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In the company's job posting they likely talked about the "problem" that they would like solved. That should always be your focus when answering a question like this.
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16.
Do you have any previous experience as a Quality Control Manager?
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Chances are, you have the experience the hiring manager is looking for - otherwise, you wouldn't be in the interview. The hiring manager wants to know in a bit more detail, where you bring the experience from.
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17.
What have you learned from your past jobs that related to Quality Control Manager?
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When referring to previous jobs, be sure not to go too far back into your work history. Also, avoid giving examples of jobs that may not even be listed on your resume as this will simply confuse the interviewer.
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18.
Do you manage your time well?
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Have you been complimented on your organization and time management? Perhaps you have a personal system to keep yourself on track during the day? Rather than simply answering 'Yes', be sure to give a brief explanation.
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19.
How do you handle stress with your job?
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Being a QC Manager can be a stressful job at times. Tell the hiring manager what you do to manage stress. You want to avoid saying that you never get stressed out since that sounds nearly impossible. Give an example if you have one.
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20.
What do you know about our company?
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Hiring managers like to know that they are hiring someone who is interested in them as well. Have you researched their organization prior to applying? What were some of the stand-out features of this employer?
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21.
Do you have previous experience in this field?
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This is a great opportunity to outline your experience briefly, and be sure to highlight any specific experience you have in the company's industry while you give your overview.
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22.
Do you work well under pressure?
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Let the interviewer know that you work well under pressure by giving an example or talking about a time when you were acknowledged for your ability to do so.
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23.
If hired, how do you intend on making a difference with our company?
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During your interview process, have you noticed any potential changes that could be made to increase the company's productivity? This is a great time to talk about what you would like to see as a QC Manager. Beware of not cutting the company down but do make some suggestions in a respectful manner.
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24.
As an inspector, walk me through your day to day job.
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Walking the hiring manager through a typical day will help them to know that you truly do understand what your day to day job function would be if you were given the opportunity.
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25.
What experience do you have leading a team?
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When answering this question be sure to talk about the number of people you have lead and what their functions were.
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26.
When have you had to criticize someones work before? Are you comfortable doing so?
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Being in a management role also means that you will sometimes need to give feedback, ask someone to work harder or even terminate someone's employment. It's important that the hiring manager know that you are comfortable with awkward or difficult conversations. Give an example of a time when you had to ask someone to deliver higher quality work.
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27.
When have you received criticism? How do you handle criticism?
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Receiving feedback on the job is not a negative thing. Be sure to tell the hiring manager about a time when you have recently been coached by a supervisor or mentor. How did you take it, and how did you implement the criticism?
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28.
Are you familiar with the regulations we face, in this industry?
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If you are newer to the specific industry, be sure to do a lot of research prior to your interview. You should be able to give a specific answer and/or refer to an industry association. Show the hiring manager that you have done your research.
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29.
What was a major decision you had to make as an inspector? How did it affect the company you worked for?
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Think of a time when you made a major decision. How many people did your decision affect? Was your decision attached to a financial loss or gain?
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30.
How do you maintain consistent inspections?
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Consistency is key as a Quality Control Manager. What programs or forms do you utilize in order to stay organized and consistent? Finish your answer with a qualifying statement.
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