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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$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee quality management initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing patient care outcomes through effective performance improvement strategies an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$141K - $155K *

Develop and execute quality assurance strategies that ensure compliance with FDA and ISO standards. Lead a team in inspection processes, manage supplier controls, and drive continuous improvement init...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Manage quality control and analytical development for microbial products, ensuring compliance with specifications and leading assay validation. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product qualit...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$195K - $256K *

Elevate clinical quality assurance by designing and executing strategies for compliance, audit management, and oversight of global clinical operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adherenc...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$195K - $256K *

Champion the North America Clinical Quality Assurance strategy, overseeing audits, inspections, and compliance with regulations. Lead a team to ensure adherence to Good Clinical Practice and enhance q...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $281K *

Engage in quality assurance for clinical trials, ensuring compliance with GCP and regulatory standards. Collaborate with teams to manage risks, conduct audits, and provide training, while driving cont...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Oversee the enhancement of the global Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and regulatory standards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, support audits, and collaborate w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $149K *

Unlock your potential as a Quality Assurance Manager, overseeing compliance and quality functions. Drive continuous improvement, manage audits, and lead a team to ensure regulatory adherence and opera...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to upholding quality standards and compliance. Lead quality assurance processes, engage in continuous improvement, and manage regulatory audits to ensure exceptional produ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $256K *

Join us in shaping quality excellence! Lead strategic initiatives to enhance quality management systems, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across the organization while fostering a cultur...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $190K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of quality management, leading a dynamic team to ensure compliance with aerospace standards while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence across processes, driving compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with teams to manage QMS, ensuring product integrity and stakeholder engagement thr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$246K - $332K *

Transform the future of field operations by leading strategic initiatives that enhance commercial effectiveness and drive measurable impact across customer-facing teams. Collaborate with cross-functio...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $115K *

Accelerate quality assurance by building systems across the supply chain, from suppliers to consumers. Lead external audits, consumer complaint management, and establish supplier qualifications to set...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Lead IT Quality and Compliance initiatives for regulated clinical systems. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensuring compliance with FDA and EU standards while driving operational efficiency and suppor...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in overseeing CQV activities for sterile packaging operations, ensuring efficient project execution, and spearheading innovations to optimize equipment systems and enhance operational...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead CQV activities in filling & packaging for aseptic pharmaceutical environments. Drive project execution, manage schedules and resources, and enhance operational efficiency through innovation. Coll...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead CQV activities in pharmaceutical filling and packaging operations, driving innovation and efficiency while managing project execution within a sterile environment. Mentor teams and interact with...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion CQV activities in sterile pharmaceutical packaging operations, leading project execution and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and process improvements while driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead quality initiatives and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and enhance product quality w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the organization to enhance product quality and ope...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$167K - $285K *

Architect the future of commercial operations by leading data-driven strategies, forecasting excellence, and innovative automation initiatives. Join us to empower teams with actionable insights and bu...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$186K - $316K *

Empower our growth as a Commercial Operations Leader, architecting data-driven strategies that enhance sales and marketing performance while fostering innovation and operational excellence across our...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K *

Lead quality initiatives to enhance product standards, drive process improvements, and manage a dedicated team, ensuring safety and efficiency in manufacturing operations while meeting customer specif...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$84K - $134K *

Take ownership of quality management strategies, driving excellence and compliance across operations. Lead and develop teams to enhance performance, manage audits, and ensure adherence to industry sta...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.