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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$160K - $170K *

Transform client engagement by leading a high-performing team, ensuring operational excellence and strategic growth. Drive business development and foster relationships to exceed client expectations w...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$146K - $194K *

Transform your career by leading a team to ensure product quality and reliability. Collaborate across departments to enhance manufacturing processes and drive continuous improvement, impacting nationa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $129K *

Lead critical investigations and drive quality improvements in medical technology, ensuring patient safety and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and up...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining business operations by leading and executing strategic initiatives. Collaborate closely with executive leadership to drive performance metrics and optimize staffing for m...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $126K *

Champion quality assurance initiatives, ensuring compliance with SQF, HACCP, and regulatory standards while leading a dynamic team to enhance product safety and quality through continuous improvement...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $130K *

Elevate quality standards in PCB manufacturing by leading a skilled team to ensure compliance, implement improvements, and foster collaboration across departments for optimal performance and customer...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage quality control field inspections and remediation for structured cabling projects. Collaborate on process improvements, drive training initiatives, and ensure compliance with industry standards...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic initiatives in quality and data analysis for the Liquid business, leading cross-functional teams to enhance customer satisfaction and operational excellence while managing complex inve...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Elevate quality standards by leading strategic planning and data analysis for customer-centric initiatives in the Liquid business, driving compliance and innovation across multiple sites while managin...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Lead the global Quality strategy for Cable Backplane Systems, ensuring product excellence and customer satisfaction through robust quality management, continuous improvement, and cross-functional coll...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $113K *

Manage compliance activities ensuring FDA regulatory adherence, overseeing audits, document control, and quality assurance protocols to maintain continuous inspection readiness and effective correctiv...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $185K *

Optimize supply chain coordination and data management to enhance program performance, ensuring timely material delivery and cross-functional alignment while mitigating risks and supporting new produc...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $144K *

Lead operational excellence as an Operations Manager, driving team performance and manufacturing efficiency. Oversee schedules, budgets, and compliance while fostering a culture of continuous improvem...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join us in leading strategic HR initiatives across our manufacturing network, ensuring effective talent management, employee relations, and operational alignment. Drive workforce planning and developm...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic initiatives in quality management and data analysis to enhance customer satisfaction and operational excellence in the Liquid business. Drive compliance, oversee investigations, and fos...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic planning and data analysis for quality improvement in General Industrial, focusing on customer satisfaction and operational excellence. Lead cross-functional teams to drive complian...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring vaccine quality and safety by overseeing compliance and operational excellence in aseptic manufacturing processes. Collaborate with experts and CMOs to drive c...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $181K *

Lead regulatory strategies to ensure global product compliance and approval. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful submissions and maintain regulatory standards, while fostering...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $181K *

Manage regulatory strategies for global product approvals, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams. Lead submission activities for medical devices, fostering a high-performance culture whil...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA standards. Oversee quality management systems, conduct audits, and implement corrective actions to enhance product quality and regulatory...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Advance manufacturing operations by optimizing production processes, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products, and leading a dedicated team to achieve operational excellence and continuous im...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive your career forward by leading distribution operations, focusing on eCommerce fulfillment. Leverage technology and data insights to enhance efficiency, build high-performing teams, and achieve o...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$170K - $230K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-value capital projects in life sciences, driving strategic execution and operational excellence while mentoring teams and fostering client relationships to enhance p...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading high-value capital projects in life sciences. Drive strategic initiatives, mentor teams, and ensure operational excellence while delivering impactful results across mult...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $230K *

Shape strategic direction and oversee high-value capital projects in life sciences, ensuring operational excellence and driving business impact through cross-functional leadership and mentorship...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.