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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$125K - $150K *

Join a team that drives quality excellence in the medical device industry. Oversee Quality Management Systems, lead a talented team, and ensure compliance with international regulations while fosterin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Oversee and enhance Quality Assurance Compliance programs, ensuring adherence to GMP and GLP standards. Lead a QA team to drive continuous improvement, manage audits, and maintain regulatory readiness...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Quality Assurance Compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to GMP and GLP standards. Drive continuous improvement and regulatory readiness while mentoring a skilled QA te...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Empower clinical excellence by leading quality initiatives across 5,500+ providers in diverse ambulatory settings. Collaborate with operational leaders to enhance patient care and drive performance im...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $195K *

Empower quality assurance excellence by leading GMP oversight for contract manufacturing and validation projects, ensuring compliance and collaboration across technical operations to support drug deve...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving quality excellence across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and operational performance. Lead strategic initiatives, foster a culture of accountability, and enhance custom...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$173K - $204K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical quality through effective GCP oversight and audits, supporting clinical studies and ensuring compliance while mentoring the next generation of QA pro...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing a Design Center Quality Team, ensuring compliance with quality systems and design assurance. Drive metrics and objectives to meet organizational goals while fostering colla...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Elevate clinical operations by leading teams in scheduling, coordination, and workforce planning. Drive performance through data insights while ensuring efficient processes and resource management as...

Addison, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $214K *

Shape the future of food safety and quality by leading initiatives, managing cross-functional teams, and driving compliance with industry standards to enhance consumer experience and operational excel...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in quality management, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes while overseeing a dedicated QC team and optimizing operational efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$228K - $252K *

Partner with us to lead GMP quality assurance for CMC programs, ensuring compliance and inspection readiness while mentoring a high-performing QA team in a dynamic clinical-stage environment...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Elevate quality management in a high-impact role, driving compliance and innovation in medical devices. Utilize your expertise to inspire a team and ensure excellence and trust in product quality and...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to high-quality module delivery by managing quality systems, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective leadership and data-driven decision-making...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$204K - $270K *

Champion strategic execution in a dynamic R&D environment, translating complex diagnostics initiatives into actionable plans. Drive operational excellence and data-driven decision-making to enhance in...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$204K - $270K *

Drive strategic execution by translating Diagnostics 2.0 into actionable plans, ensuring alignment across R&D initiatives, and fostering data-driven decision-making to enhance operational efficiency a...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $231K *

Lead the Quality team to ensure compliance and product excellence. Develop strategies, manage long-term goals, and collaborate with suppliers and leadership to enhance quality standards and customer s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $231K *

Champion quality excellence by leading a dynamic team to ensure compliance and drive strategic initiatives for product development and supplier relationships, enhancing customer satisfaction and opera...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of quality assurance in a regulated laboratory environment, ensuring compliance with cGMP and FDA standards while leading a team to drive continuous improvements and maintain inspecti...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $250K *

Drive operational excellence at a large-scale facility, overseeing 400+ associates. Lead strategic initiatives across diverse teams to enhance productivity, safety, and quality in a highly regulated e...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$172K - $210K *

Transform regulatory operations by leading submission strategies, managing systems, and ensuring compliance across portfolios while collaborating with cross-functional teams for successful outcomes...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $135K *

Champion our quality assurance initiatives by managing quality plans, audits, and compliance. Oversee QA/QC staff while ensuring adherence to regulations and enhancing project execution in transit and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality assurance initiatives by managing compliance and regulatory standards across aircraft operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality programs, drive continuous...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$340K - $360K *

Shape the future of quality assurance in biopharmaceuticals by leading a high-performing team, ensuring compliance with cGXP regulations, and fostering a culture of quality across the organization. Dr...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $250K + profit sharing and ltip *

As a ProMed employee, you will contribute to the manufacture of products that have a significant impact on people’s lives. Through honesty, integrity, and collaboration, we strive to be the very best...

Minneapolis, MN (Hennepin County) and 1 other locationsIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Staffing

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.