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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$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring GMP compliance and quality in manufacturing, QC, and supply chain operations. Lead with a focus on risk management, regulatory readiness, and continuous improv...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Optimize quality operations for large-scale data pipelines, ensuring high standards and consistency across diverse datasets. Lead a team to enhance efficiency and reliability in audio data processing...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $240K *

Drive excellence in Quality Assurance by overseeing the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with global cGMP regulations, and fostering a high-performance culture to deliver transformative...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading global and site quality strategies. Drive compliance, enhance operational excellence, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate acros...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$86K - $97K *

Lead and optimize daily operations in Quality Assurance, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across all shifts. Collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues, manage metrics, and drive d...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate quality standards by leading the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and driving continuous improvement across engineering, manufacturing, and certification act...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $270K *

Lead the development and execution of GxP quality systems, ensuring compliance and oversight for clinical and CMC quality. Drive vendor qualification, audits, and training while fostering a culture of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $200K *

Engage in transformative Quality leadership for sterile manufacturing, overseeing all phases from design to routine operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance, operational excellence, a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives in GMP operations while leading a dedicated team. Collaborate across manufacturing processes to ensure compliance, enhance training, and support career development...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $228K *

Drive enterprise Quality and Regulatory governance for U.S. operations, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and overseeing manufacturing quality in the therapeutic radiopharmaceutical sector whil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Innovate quality management as you lead Quality Assurance and Systems, ensuring compliance and operational excellence in a multi-product manufacturing environment, while driving a culture of accountab...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in quality assurance and systems, ensuring compliance and operational success in a dynamic, multi-product environment. Lead and inspire a high-performing tea...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of quality assurance by leading a dedicated team to ensure compliance with global regulations and standards, continuously improving processes and systems to enhanc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in quality excellence by providing strategic oversight and management in compliance, assurance, and validation within biopharmaceutical manufacturing while fostering collaboration and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $250K *

Architect quality strategies and lead a high-performing Quality Control team overseeing testing, compliance, and laboratory operations. Collaborate across functions to ensure timely product release wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $189K *

Lead the charge in strategic Quality Operations across commercial and clinical pharmaceutical sectors, ensuring compliance and product quality through oversight of manufacturing and testing partners...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$163K - $225K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by managing QA and QS teams, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, and overseeing the production of sterile pharmaceuticals. Lead initiatives for continuous impr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing a robust Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with cGMP regulations and enhance operational excellence across pharmaceutical and biotech sectors...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $190K *

Transform the Quality Engineering landscape by leading global initiatives that ensure medical devices meet safety, efficacy, and regulatory standards. Drive a high-performing team to embed quality pra...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Lead the charge in global Quality Engineering, ensuring compliance and excellence in medical device development, manufacturing, and distribution. Drive strategies and standards that enhance product qu...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Drive global Quality Engineering initiatives to enhance product safety, efficacy, and compliance. Lead a high-performing team, embedding prevention-based practices throughout the product lifecycle whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Lead global Quality Engineering initiatives to ensure compliance and excellence in medical device development, manufacturing, and distribution, while fostering a high-performing team and embedding qua...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to establishing a robust Quality Management System, ensuring compliance and excellence in global clinical development and commercialization. Lead quality initiatives and f...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $200K *

Transform quality management by leading strategic initiatives that ensure products and processes meet rigorous standards. Collaborate across departments to drive continuous improvement and foster a cu...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $288K *

Drive excellence in quality operations by leading compliance, improvement initiatives, and customer satisfaction efforts in a dynamic life sciences environment. Oversee quality systems, audits, and st...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.