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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Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Director, Quality Operations openings to identify opportunities that align with your experience, preferred industry, and career goals.

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$260K - $285K *

Champion the commercial manufacturing and supply platform, ensuring seamless operations from drug substance to distribution. Lead strategy, manage budgets, and build a high-performing team to support...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$260K - $285K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling commercial manufacturing operations, ensuring seamless supply chain management for drug products. Drive strategy, oversee vendor relations, and build a high-per...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead cross-functional operations across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring safety, quality, and profitability. Drive capital projects, optimize talent, and enhance customer service while fostering...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Champion strategic leadership in Manufacturing Science and Technology, ensuring robust processes and successful client delivery. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation, optimize operations, and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $128K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by leading compliance activities, mentoring staff, and collaborating with external partners to ensure product integrity and adherence to regulatory standards in a dy...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $240K *

Empower laboratory operations by overseeing technical processes, ensuring compliance, and driving revenue growth. Lead a team to enhance quality, efficiency, and communication across departments while...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $275K *

Pioneer innovative CMC strategies for biologics, leading complex antibody programs from candidate selection to IND filing. Collaborate with CROs/CDMOs to ensure quality and efficiency in development...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $125K *

Drive quality and reliability initiatives across product lifecycles, ensuring standards are met from suppliers to in-house assembly. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish metrics and co...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $108K *

Transform energy management by serving as the technical lead for client portfolios, ensuring optimal performance of solar systems and storage technologies while fostering strong relationships and driv...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $176K *

Analyze risk management strategies across departments to enhance efficiency and compliance. Lead assessments, educate teams, and integrate quality risk management into the overall system, ensuring eff...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance device production efficiency, manage resources, and foster collaboration across teams, ensuring alignment with commercial, engineering...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading operational excellence in healthcare services. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance service delivery, and foster team collaboration to achieve organizational goals whi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$192K - $235K *

Lead analytical development and quality control for sterile parenteral products, ensuring regulatory compliance and successful product launches. Collaborate cross-functionally to establish strategies...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in quality engineering and supervision, ensuring effective operations of the Quality Inspection group. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement quality systems and methodologies, dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Transform construction quality management by driving excellence, implementing systems, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, enhance skills, a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$122K - $153K *

Make your mark at a leading automotive firm by directing a dynamic Quality Assurance team. Oversee product integrity, manage supplier relationships, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to uph...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$147K - $241K *

Unlock your potential by leading quality compliance initiatives in CMC Regulatory Affairs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic assessments and enhance organizational alignment...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring product quality and compliance. As a key player, you'll establish quality standards, monitor performance, and collaborate across departments to enhance efficie...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by ensuring product quality and compliance with standards. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, reduce waste, and maintain documentation. Drive performance improvements while...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead and enhance quality assurance initiatives, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. Drive a culture of quality while collaborating across teams to meet customer...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $225K *

Oversee the quality control program for a major project, ensuring compliance with USACE, client, and regulatory standards while leading a team to enhance the Quality Management System and promote cont...

2 weeks ago

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

$65K - $169K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role supporting GMP operations at a cutting-edge drug manufacturing facility. Collaborate across teams to uphold quality standards, ensure compliance, and foster a cul...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $133K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and patient safety within the medical device sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate adverse events and regulatory reporting, driving qual...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $133K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure compliance and patient safety in the medical device sector. Collaborate across functions to investigate adverse events and enhance regulatory reporting, making a signific...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $105K *

Empower plant operations by optimizing vision systems and processes, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to drive improvements and maintain e...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.