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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$220K - $275K *

Elevate your career by leading global CMC regulatory strategies for biologics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure compliance, and drive successful product development while mentoring a hi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Analyze and improve sales operations by collaborating with leadership to enhance forecasting, pipeline management, and overall performance. Establish scalable processes, transforming data into actiona...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $155K *

Unlock your potential by leading maintenance and reliability strategies across a $2B division. Drive continuous improvement, enhance asset performance, and develop talent while partnering with leaders...

Hartsville, SCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$190K - $300K *

Transform medical affairs by driving scientific excellence and strategic initiatives in ophthalmology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance field readiness and optimize engagement across...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of enterprise-scale cybersecurity by leading vulnerability management initiatives. Drive program strategy, enhance client relationships, and mentor teams to achieve measurable risk re...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion enterprise-scale delivery by leading vulnerability management initiatives, driving program strategy, and fostering client relationships to achieve measurable risk reduction across diverse tec...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $203K *

Empower the distribution strategy by designing and managing rate content across channels, ensuring accurate delivery and partner trust. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable progra...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of HR as you lead impactful programs and enhance employee experiences, all while advising the Executive Team and driving compliance across a rapidly growing organ...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$180K - $240K *

Lead scientific strategy for clinical development of BHB-1893, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and regulatory compliance. Drive protocol design, data analysis, and e...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex operational workflows that enhance service delivery and client experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement...

Johnson City, TNRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$223K - $313K *

Lead the charge in evaluating complex clinical scenarios and authorizing services based on national guidelines and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure quality ca...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $173K *

Join a team that's redefining AI-driven quality and performance operations. You'll build systems that enhance frontline team effectiveness and AI agent performance, ensuring impactful coaching and fee...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $212K *

Deliver strategic oversight and operational management for FDA-mandated REMS programs, ensuring compliance, governance, and collaboration across teams and vendors to enhance program effectiveness and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $232K *

Shape the future of operations by leading enterprise-wide transformation and optimizing manufacturing networks. Drive cross-functional initiatives, establish governance, and ensure effective change ma...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and enhance healthcare quality assurance programs, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across detention healthcare operations nationwide...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $173K *

Transform operational excellence by driving compliance and standardization across Plasma Procurement. Collaborate with leaders to enhance processes, implement Lean practices, and foster a culture of c...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$181K - $301K *

Elevate your career by leading a global team focused on maturing data protection and insider risk strategies. Drive innovative solutions to protect sensitive information while collaborating with key s...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $190K *

Transform your career by leading global customer operations. Drive change, enhance service delivery, and collaborate with senior leadership to shape strategic initiatives while managing vendor relatio...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Drive revenue growth and strategic partnerships in biometrics services, focusing on client relationships and market strategy. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions and position the or...

Mansfield, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's advancing oncology solutions by managing global clinical trials. Lead project execution from protocol development to study closeout, ensuring quality and compliance while fostering...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$197K - $239K *

Join us to lead AI-driven innovation in real-world data strategy, translating business priorities into actionable insights. Drive data intelligence and collaboration across teams to enhance evidence g...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Deliver impactful leadership in Sales Operations, driving revenue growth and operational excellence. Collaborate with senior executives to enhance sales productivity, analytics, and process adoption a...

Durham, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead high-performing teams in managing remote camp operations and contracts, ensuring service excellence, safety compliance, and profitability. Drive operational efficiency and build strong client rel...

Anchorage, AKRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$137K - $195K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in the biopharmaceutical sector, managing strategic sales initiatives within a defined territory to enhance customer relationships and deliver advanced engineerin...

North Carolina, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$177K - $338K *

Innovate the global medical strategy for a leading drug program. Drive launch readiness, evidence generation, and cross-functional partnerships while serving as the primary medical voice in product li...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.