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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$114K - $211K *

Elevate quality assurance by leading compliance initiatives and risk assessments. Drive continuous improvement in quality systems, ensuring regulatory adherence and effective training across teams in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in quality operations, driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance customer satisfaction and operational excellence. Shape the future of quality m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $189K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of pharmaceutical quality by leading compliance initiatives and building a robust Quality Management System to support innovative therapies in a dynamic, collabor...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality excellence by leading the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance and effectiveness across processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality standards and fost...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance GxP Quality Systems, ensuring compliance with ICH and FDA regulations. Drive continuous improvement, manage quality events, and support cross-functional operations to ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $160K *

Shape the future of product quality by managing complaints processes, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance patient safety and product standards in a dynamic biotech envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $250K *

Advance your career by overseeing all quality control aspects from drug development to commercialization. Lead a strategic, science-driven team in compliance with global regulations and ensure high-qu...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $250K *

Deliver strategic leadership in quality control, overseeing compliance and analytical development from drug creation to commercialization, ensuring adherence to global regulations and fostering collab...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $208K *

Shape the future of quality operations by leading teams to enhance product excellence and consumer satisfaction across global markets, driving continuous improvement and strategic initiatives in a dyn...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate compliance and quality improvement in drug production by leading Quality Assurance initiatives and regulatory oversight, fostering relationships with stakeholders, and implementing effectiv...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join us to lead our quality engineering team, driving quality assurance initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes an...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $258K *

Lead global quality initiatives by managing nonconformance, investigation, and CAPA processes. Collaborate with diverse teams, drive compliance, and enhance quality systems across Abbott's operations...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $258K *

Shape the future of quality management by leading global initiatives in nonconformance and CAPA processes. Collaborate with teams across Abbott to enhance quality systems, ensuring compliance with ind...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform global quality leadership by setting strategic vision and empowering regional teams. Drive excellence in quality management systems, mitigate risks, and foster continuous improvement across...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Drive quality excellence by leading the end-to-end quality system, transforming it into a proactive, data-driven function that partners with customers and internal teams to enhance AI-native workflows...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Empower a proactive quality culture by leading the design and implementation of AI-driven quality systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency through...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer a proactive quality management system, transforming quality into a data-driven partner for customers and teams. Lead the design of AI agents, oversee audits, and drive continuous improvement a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Drive quality excellence by leading a proactive, data-driven quality system. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI workflows, manage audits, and ensure compliance while developing a high-performing Q...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$245K - $286K *

Elevate clinical quality assurance through strategic leadership and oversight of global trials, ensuring compliance with GCP regulations. Drive quality culture and inspection readiness while mentoring...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic leadership in Quality Control to enhance compliance and operational efficiency. Spearhead innovative lab solutions, digital transformation, and cross-functional collaboration to suppor...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $290K *

Elevate quality standards as you lead a 200-person multi-function Quality organization, driving strategic direction and operational excellence in a high-complexity Life Science manufacturing environme...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring quality excellence in cell therapy. Oversee integrated project plans, coordinate efforts across departments, and lead initiatives to enhance compliance and ope...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$127K - $190K *

Elevate quality standards by leading CAPA investigations and driving cross-functional collaboration. This role demands analytical rigor and effective communication to resolve complex quality issues wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive global Quality strategy and governance, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Quality Management Systems and lead init...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$258K - $280K *

Unlock potential by leading the Supplier Quality Management function in a dynamic biotech environment. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance supplier partnerships, and ensure compliance to support clin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.