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 *

Drive strategic leadership in Contract Manufacturing Quality across North America, enhancing governance, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Cultivate executive relationships and manage a team...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$203K - $254K *

Champion quality excellence by leading engineering initiatives, driving compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability and custo...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead multi-site logistics operations, driving performance and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with site leaders and executives to foster a culture of accountability and conti...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the Quality Control department to ensure compliance with FAA regulations, coordinate inspections, oversee personnel training, and maintain operational efficiency for safe aircraft service release...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Empower innovation by leading global regulatory strategies that drive compliance and growth. Collaborate with executive leadership to shape product stewardship and sustainability initiatives across di...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Lead a high-performing QA team to ensure compliance and operational excellence in a fast-paced GMP environment. Drive quality strategy, mentor professionals, and collaborate with cross-functional team...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Drive quality improvement initiatives across multiple facilities, ensuring compliance with standards while mentoring the team. Collaborate on resolving issues, leading audits, and fostering a culture...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $119K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure compliance with quality management systems and regulatory standards in animal health. Drive a culture of quality and safety while collaborating with various stakeholders...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $141K *

Lead a team in overseeing quality control processes for pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance laborato...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a Continuous Improvement team to enhance manufacturing quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction through data-driven solutions and employee development...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Lead and optimize GMP manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance and operational excellence for cell and gene therapy products. Drive strategic initiatives, mentor teams, and collaborate cross-func...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $134K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance by managing complex projects, mentoring team members, and driving improvements in product performance. Utilize your expertise in protein-based immunoassays to ensu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality standards and processes. As a Quality Assurance Manager, you'll lead initiatives for ISO 9001 certification, drive continuous improvement, and collabo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and quality systems management, driving regulatory audits, and elevating site training programs for sustained high-quality performance in a dynamic pharmaceutica...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $172K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and deployment of a global Quality Management System, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across multiple aerospace sites while fostering collaboratio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Empower growth by leading a newly formed Global Operations Engineering team, driving innovation and operational excellence across multiple manufacturing sites while shaping engineering strategy and ca...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $280K *

Elevate healthcare quality by leading enterprise strategy and operations across Medicare Advantage, Quality Stars, and Risk Adjustment. Drive performance, collaboration, and compliance while building...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$185K - $232K *

Drive pharmacovigilance operations globally, ensuring high-quality case management and compliance. Lead strategic projects, collaborate cross-functionally, and enhance processes to deliver impactful r...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead and advance the Operations Quality Assurance program, establishing standards and leveraging analytics and AI to drive performance improvements across teams while fostering talent development and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $135K *

Transform quality assurance practices by leading a dedicated team to enhance compliance with AS9100 standards, drive continuous improvement, and foster a culture of excellence across the organization...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$151K - $268K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer experience by advocating for service excellence, collaborating across departments, and driving strategic initiatives to elevate patient and healthcare professiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $125K *

Reimagine quality assurance by leading compliance initiatives, managing audits, and enhancing quality systems. Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure regulatory adherence and continuous improv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence across a multi-site manufacturing network, driving performance improvements and ensuring initiatives yield measurable business results through strategic deployment and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading the evolution of an Operational Excellence system across a multi-site manufacturing network, driving performance improvements and ensuring initiatives yield measurable b...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Advance operational excellence across a multi-site manufacturing network, driving performance improvements and ensuring initiatives yield measurable business results through strategic deployment and c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.