Quality Technician III
Honda · Torrance, CA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $65k–$98k
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 7 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level quality role at Honda (automotive) in Torrance, CA. As CASE and/or fuel cell systems and components.
- Base pay
- $65k–$98k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · relocation help
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Quality Technician roles in California: typical posted base $57k–$98k. This one lists $65k–$98k.
Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 51 quality technician openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
California plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 53 other live quality postings in California.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 37%
- Root cause 35%
- ISO 9001 20%
- AS9100 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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- 1
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
- How much of the job is customer complaints versus prevention?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Full description from HondaAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Accountabilities
- ◆Verification of repair methods including countermeasure component installation and
flat rate times to support bulletin issuance. This includes both hardware and software
repair methods to ensure accurate and efficient instructions and repair procedures are
confirmed before publication are released to dealership technicians
- ◆Installation and verification of suspected faulty components. Install parts requested by
Engineers, using shop manuals, bulletins, and other online systems. Diagnose then
communicate results verbally and written to the Engineers. Work orders rated A-rank
to be completed in 2 working days, High in 4 working days; Medium in 6 days; Low in
10 days
- ◆Represent AHM by attending off-site activities, including press and dealer events to
assure vehicles are in top condition, as well as attend port activities, making sure
vehicles meet the design criteria and are ready for dealer distribution
- ◆Conduct component installations and procedure verifications to understand/validate flat
rate times to determine accurate time estimates, aiding in cost-effective planning
- ◆Conduct and lead dealer visits to observe and confirm repairs first-hand for bulletin
effectiveness
- ◆Provide mentorship to technicians by sharing technical knowledge and expertise to
enhance their skill development and overall performance while also providing support
and guidance for complex vehicles issues
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills
- ✓High School Diploma required
- ✓Two years Automotive Trade School or AA in Automotive Technology or equivalent
work experience preferred
- ✓ASE certifications A1 – A8 and L1 preferred
- ✓Ten (10) years automobile experience as a full line Technician (Honda and Acura
- ✓Master Technician experience preferred)
- ✓Driving record back-ground check and approval to operate company vehicles (ability
to operate Engineering Test vehicles is required for this position)
- ✓High level of mechanical aptitude and completion of Honda/Acura technical training
Well-rounded understanding of automobile technology and future technology such
as CASE and/or fuel cell systems and components
- ✓Competently able to use hand tools, measuring equipment, electronic test
equipment (HDS/Pico Scope and DVOM), alignment equipment, brake finishing
equipment, wheel balancing equipment, air conditioning service equipment
- ✓Proficient PC/office skills: typing, data entry, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point
Excellent communication and ability to articulate technical information and test
results
- ✓Ability to interact with peers internally and externally to achieve shared goals and
objectives while maintaining good relationships
- ✓Work completion within expected guidelines and ability to multi-task and prioritize
multiple projects
- ✓Ability to operate a forklift with certification required
- ✓Ability to lead teams and advise on vehicle repairs
What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?
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Legal Entity: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Business Unit: BU Parts Service & Technical
Department: DEP Dealer Technical Support
Division: DIV Technical Service
Work Location: Torrance - Main Campus Location
Shift: 1st
Workstyle: 100% Onsite
Career Level: 3
Job Grade: Non-Exempt-6 (NE6)
Job Purpose
The Tech Lead is responsible for leading the effort to improve customer satisfaction and owner loyalty through improved speed of market action, developing innovative repair methods that align with dealer technician capability.
Lead efforts in PST Market Quality Engineering to identify challenges and barriers to create prompt, high-quality diagnosis and repairs performed by the Dealer’s Automotive Technicians.
The Tech Lead will also be responsible for providing test methods/results and technical feedback that leverages the department’s ability to develop corrective actions to address automobile market quality concerns, reduce time to market action, and ensure quality to promote high levels of customer loyalty and satisfaction. This position requires expertise in repair methods, component installation, documentation, maintenance, and mentoring to ensure the successful execution of projects and enhancement of Honda’s dealership abilities and technician comprehension of Service Bulletin repair methods.
Total Rewards
- •Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
- •Paid Overtime
- •Regional Bonus (when applicable)
- •Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
- •Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
- •Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- •401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
- •Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Career Growth
- •Advancement Opportunities
- •Career Mobility
- •Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
- •Training and Development Programs
Additional Offerings
- •Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
- •Lifestyle Account
- •Childcare Reimbursement Account
- •Elder Care Support
- •Wellbeing Program
- •Community Service and Engagement Programs
- •Product Programs