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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$96K - $150K *

Lead and manage the Quality organization to ensure compliance with NADCAP and ISO standards. Drive quality improvement initiatives, oversee audits, and collaborate across departments to enhance produc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in driving quality initiatives and enhancing manufacturing processes while collaborating across teams for compliance and improvement in the aerospace sector...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a high-performing team, driving accountability, and fostering a culture of safety and collaboration. Partner with leadership to optimize performance and ensu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a high-performing lab team, ensuring safety, efficiency, and employee engagement while optimizing performance metrics and fostering a culture of collaboration a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $225K *

Champion exceptional member experiences by leading operations and care teams. Design scalable systems that ensure consistent quality across all interactions, driving efficiency and accountability in a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $225K *

Drive operational excellence by leading care team operations and enhancing member experiences. Build scalable systems and processes to ensure consistent, high-quality interactions across all touchpoin...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in manufacturing and process transfers within a dynamic team, driving technical oversight and client collaboration to ensure successful drug substance lifecycle management and regulato...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $290K *

Drive operational excellence in our cutting-edge gene therapy facilities. Lead a multi-disciplinary team to ensure compliance, reliability, and continuous improvement while managing capital projects a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $213K *

Lead the charge in quality management, ensuring customer satisfaction and continuous improvement across manufacturing processes. Drive quality excellence initiatives and manage a team of quality engin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $220K *

Transform operations by leading complex projects, enhancing efficiency, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, manage budgets, and foster talent de...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$242K - $327K *

Unlock commercial potential by leading strategic operations, enhancing processes, and driving cross-functional collaboration to optimize performance and execution across sales, marketing, and field op...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Engage in leading manufacturing operations to optimize production efficiency, ensuring safety and quality standards are met while supporting team development in a regulated environment. Drive continuo...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Lead the development and management of project Quality Control systems, ensuring compliance with all regulations and standards. Foster collaboration among project teams to systematically address quali...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence by leading strategic initiatives that enhance safety, productivity, and product integrity. Collaborate with teams to implement effective quality management systems and fost...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to quality excellence and safety. Lead strategic initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards by leading strategic initiatives in a manufacturing facility, ensuring optimal safety, productivity, and compliance with quality and food safety regulations while fostering a...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards by leading strategic initiatives that ensure safety, productivity, and product integrity in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Inspire a culture of excellence and complianc...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower quality excellence by leading initiatives that enhance safety, productivity, and product integrity. Collaborate with teams to implement effective quality management systems and ensure complian...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality excellence by leading strategic initiatives that enhance safety, productivity, and product integrity in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Inspire a culture of continuous improvement a...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Elevate sterility assurance and contamination control strategies globally. Lead risk assessments and foster best practices across our sterile manufacturing sites while championing continuous improveme...

Morristown, NJRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$123K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead manufacturing operations at a new greenfield facility, driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement in small molecule production while building a strong team culture for...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $195K *

Oversee the CMC strategy for small molecules, ensuring successful development, manufacturing, and compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating across various teams and external partners...

San Diego, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $195K *

Champion the development and execution of CMC strategies for small molecules, ensuring timely and budget-compliant manufacturing through collaboration across multiple departments and with external par...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Create and lead a global Clinical Quality Assurance strategy, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while managing a team of QA professionals. Drive quality initiatives and foster a culture of...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Champions operational excellence by enhancing hotel management strategies, driving revenue growth, ensuring guest satisfaction, and fostering a motivated team. Collaborate to create memorable experien...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.