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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$68K - $105K *

Join a team that oversees complex programs, managing cross-functional projects and resources to deliver impactful solutions, while ensuring alignment with business objectives, quality, and budget cons...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of server hardware validation. As a Lead Software Test Development Engineer, you'll design and develop test systems, ensuring quality and reliability in large-sca...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$165K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading airworthiness and certification efforts for complex aerospace programs. Collaborate with regulatory authorities, mentor engineers, and drive compliance activities across mi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $97K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing HR operations through hands-on support of Dayforce HCM and iCIMS. Leverage your expertise in HRIS to enhance processes, troubleshoot issues, and drive compli...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in enhancing executive effectiveness and strategic planning. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, coordinating cross-functional priorities and driving organizational alignm...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $205K *

Transform customer relationships by leading a team to enhance account management, drive product adoption, and ensure client success in the healthcare sector, fostering growth and retention across dive...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Engage and develop strategic relationships to drive sales growth in the insurance sector. Utilize your expertise in crop insurance to meet and exceed sales goals while fostering key agent partnerships...

Iowa, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $148K *

Lead market acceptance and demand for Aluminum conduit products, collaborating with sales agents and industry stakeholders to drive growth and transition from steel to Aluminum in the electrical const...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $237K *

Shape the global quality strategy for Power Sensing and Regulation, ensuring high standards across product lifecycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and enhan...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $140K *

Transform the revenue operations landscape by designing processes, managing systems, and ensuring data integrity. Lead a team to drive sales efficiency, improve forecasting, and cultivate collaboratio...

Ontario, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $162K *

Champion customer support by managing maintenance services and operations. Lead a team to ensure timely resolutions and enhance product performance while utilizing technical expertise and strategic pl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of developers to deliver high-quality software solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving strategic project initiatives while fostering a cultur...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of medical strategy, utilizing your clinical expertise to create impactful content, drive business growth, and mentor emerging talent within a dynamic team across...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $190K *

Empower our team to drive innovation by developing crucial AI tools that enhance operational efficiency. Oversee governance, training, and metrics to ensure impactful adoption across departments while...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive the evolution of the Marketing PMO, enhancing planning, governance, and execution across functions. Lead strategic programs, optimize workflows, and establish metrics to ensure predictable outco...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $172K *

Champion procurement excellence by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing processes, and collaborating across functions to drive operational success in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Make a s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate customer journey operations by driving scalable processes and systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer success, technical support, and partner engagement, ensuring effici...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $298K *

Champion the optimization of Sales systems and processes, driving productivity and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the sales experience and lead a global team...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $157K *

Lead innovative safety strategies in pharmacovigilance, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure patient safety throughout the product lifecycle, from development to post-marketing, while m...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth in a dynamic territory, cultivating relationships with diverse clients, and leveraging technical expertise to deliver effective packaging solutions that surpas...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $110K *

Optimize your career by leading clinical supply logistics for global studies. Oversee project management, stakeholder alignment, and operational strategies to ensure timely delivery of clinical suppli...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Optimize our Dayforce systems strategy while managing stakeholder relationships. You'll guide HRIS functions, lead an offshore analyst, and ensure effective implementations to drive organizational eff...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $113K *

Lead the charge in optimizing telecom operations by designing and implementing governance frameworks, driving cross-functional initiatives, and enhancing operational maturity to support strategic busi...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$147K - $184K *

Join a team that's defining market strategies and elevating procurement narratives. You will lead product marketing efforts, guide a team, and leverage data-driven insights to drive impactful messagin...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $229K *

Play a key role in driving customer success by managing a high-performing team, developing scalable strategies, and ensuring value realization for the Mid-Market Scale segment, all while enhancing cus...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.