Director, Quality Operations Jobs

Explore Director, Quality Operations roles for experienced leaders who build reliable quality systems, guide compliance, and improve operational performance. These directors help organizations deliver products and services that meet customer expectations and applicable regulatory requirements. Find vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Director of Quality Operations Do?

A Director of Quality Operations sets quality strategy and oversees the processes, teams, and systems that support consistent outcomes. Responsibilities may include developing quality management systems, monitoring performance metrics, leading internal and external audits, addressing nonconformances, and coordinating corrective and preventive actions. The role often partners with operations, engineering, supply chain, product, and regulatory teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial experience in quality, manufacturing, operations, or a related field, along with a record of leading teams and cross-functional initiatives. Helpful strengths include knowledge of quality standards and regulatory requirements, risk management, root-cause analysis, audit leadership, process improvement, and data-driven decision-making. Depending on the industry, relevant credentials or specialized expertise may also be preferred.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Director-level quality operations roles can be found across industries such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, manufacturing, technology, and consumer products. The scope varies by organization: some positions focus on a single facility or business unit, while others oversee quality programs across multiple sites or regions. Browse current openings to compare responsibilities, industries, and leadership scope.

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Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Director, Quality Operations openings to identify opportunities that align with your experience, preferred industry, and career goals.

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$110K - $151K *

Grow your career with a role that empowers you to lead provider data accuracy, drive compliance, and innovate care navigation strategies by managing a hybrid team and collaborating across functions to...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading a nationwide warehouse network, optimizing operations while aligning with business goals. Drive performance improvement and scalability across multiple regions with a focus...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$167K - $183K *

Lead the charge in optimizing G&A technology solutions, enhancing business processes through AI and automation. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive efficiency and compliance, ensuring scalable grow...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$297K - $367K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role driving hospital data integration and compliance. Lead execution of clinical data operations, build relationships, and ensure secure data handling while shaping a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K *

Champion operational excellence in the Americas, driving revenue performance through strategic leadership in sales, territory execution, and process optimization while fostering collaboration across t...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $214K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare product management through innovative supply chain solutions. Lead cross-functional initiatives and shape the future of resilience in healthcare with strategic...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$149K - $298K *

Lead strategic and operational initiatives for field clinical teams, ensuring compliance and effective trial support for TMVR programs while driving positive patient outcomes and team performance...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Drive HRIS excellence by optimizing technologies and core processes, enhancing compliance, and delivering impactful solutions that elevate operational efficiency and employee experience across the org...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by leading global partnerships and enhancing efficiency. Collaborate with teams to achieve strategic goals, support change management, and ensure accountability in meeting...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$127K - $216K *

Champion risk adjustment initiatives by leading enterprise-wide programs, ensuring compliance and accuracy in data reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and enhance...

Tennessee, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming strategic priorities into actionable plans that drive revenue growth and enhance commercial performance across multiple functions. Collaborate with cross-functional lea...

Largo, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic sales team to drive IT security solutions. Collaborate with clients and partners to enhance sales strategies, mentor talent, and achieve regional objectives...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing system integrators and project management, ensuring quality and performance across all phases. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive standardization and risk mitigation...

Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project delivery by leading cross-functional teams in Interactive Response Technology, ensuring client satisfaction and timely execution while managing risks and fostering continuous improveme...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $193K *

Lead the charge in transforming pharmacy prior authorization operations, overseeing a large team to enhance quality, compliance, and financial performance while driving innovation and process improvem...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $275K *

Elevate healthcare standards by guiding medical policy and coding within a collaborative team. Leverage your expertise to enhance client relationships, improve payment accuracy, and drive strategic in...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing pharmacy operations by managing client relationships and ensuring operational excellence. Drive performance reviews, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives to...

Louisville, KYRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Manage a dedicated team to enhance patient access to complex medications, ensuring operational excellence and compliance while delivering exceptional experiences. Guide strategic improvements to optim...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Advance operational excellence by leading a high-performing Field Service team across North America. Drive customer satisfaction, employee engagement, and continuous improvement while ensuring safe an...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Empower a high-performing team of Field Service Engineers across North America, driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction while ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in service...

California, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance sales efficiency by owning project-level workstreams, streamlining processes, and utilizing data analytics to empower our Enterprise Account Executives to focus on customer...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $128K *

Shape the future of sales operations by collaborating with senior leaders to optimize processes, streamline workflows, and enhance efficiency for Enterprise Account Executives, driving impactful chang...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $283K *

Lead the development of high-quality, compliant data engineering practices that enhance enterprise data governance and accelerate data-driven decision-making for improved patient outcomes across the o...

East Hanover, NJRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $195K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by managing a diverse clinical team across regions, ensuring timely and quality clinical deliverables while driving strategic initiatives and fostering talent...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $110K *

Lead operational excellence in Medical and Clinical Affairs, managing grants, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring efficient program execution to enhance healthcare outcomes and support s...

Woburn, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Quality Operations do?question toggle

    A Director of Quality Operations leads quality strategy, systems, and teams to help ensure processes and outputs meet company standards, customer expectations, and applicable regulations. Duties may include audits, quality metrics, risk management, and corrective actions.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director, Quality Operations jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for extensive quality or operations experience, people and program leadership, and knowledge of quality systems, audits, regulatory expectations, and continuous improvement.

  • Which industries hire Directors of Quality Operations?question toggle

    These leaders work in a range of sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, technology, and consumer products.

  • How much do Director, Quality Operations jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Director, Quality Operations jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Director, Quality Operations openings and review vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.