Quality Control Manager Jobs

Explore Quality Control Manager opportunities with organizations seeking experienced leaders to protect product quality, strengthen processes, and meet regulatory requirements. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles for quality leaders across industries.

What Does a Quality Control Manager Do?

Quality Control Managers oversee the systems and teams responsible for checking that products, services, and processes meet defined standards. They may establish inspection procedures, review test results, lead investigations into defects, and coordinate corrective and preventive actions. Depending on the employer, the role may also involve managing quality documentation, preparing for audits, and reporting performance to senior leadership.

Common Responsibilities and Skills

Responsibilities vary by company and industry, but often include developing quality plans, monitoring key performance indicators, overseeing audits and inspections, and driving continuous improvement. Employers commonly seek strengths in data analysis, root-cause investigation, process improvement, team leadership, and communication. Familiarity with applicable quality standards, compliance requirements, and quality management systems may also be important.

Industries Hiring Quality Control Managers

Quality Control Managers work in fields where consistency, safety, and compliance matter, including manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, food production, aerospace, and consumer goods. Industry experience can help candidates understand the relevant regulations, testing practices, and operational risks.

Explore Quality Control Manager Careers

Browse vetted Quality Control Manager jobs on Ladders to find professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, industry focus, and leadership scope to identify openings that align with your experience and career goals.

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$135K - $165K *

Join a team that's committed to quality assurance across mission-critical data center projects. In this hands-on role, you'll oversee inspections, validate installations, and ensure adherence to docum...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading quality control initiatives, managing lab staff, and ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards. Collaborate with teams to enhance product quality and drive continuous...

Barrie, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives in GMP operations while leading a dedicated team. Collaborate across manufacturing processes to ensure compliance, enhance training, and support career development...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion a culture of quality in large-scale electrical data center projects. Lead QAQC initiatives, ensuring compliance with standards while driving continuous improvement across project lifecycles a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $105K *

Lead the charge in quality management, ensuring compliance and excellence in production standards while fostering a continuous improvement culture to elevate product reliability and customer satisfact...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Empower project quality through hands-on leadership, ensuring compliance and safety. Collaborate with teams to enhance construction methods, mentor staff, and conduct audits, all while traveling exten...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at maintaining quality standards in manufacturing, leading QA/QC functions to ensure product consistency, implement improvements, and uphold compliance, while fostering a culture o...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in advancing our Quality Management System by ensuring compliance with industry standards, enhancing product quality, and fostering continuous improvement across manufacturing processe...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $124K *

Unlock potential by optimizing quality management processes and standards. Collaborate across all levels to enhance product quality, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure regulatory com...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   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...

1 week ago

  •   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...

1 week ago

  •   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...

1 week ago

  •   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...

1 week ago

  •   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...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in driving quality assurance processes, overseeing implementation of improvements, and fostering a culture of excellence across teams to enhance product reliability and customer satisf...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in ensuring the highest construction quality across multiple sites. As a senior leader, you'll define standards, manage a dedicated quality team, and partner with commissioning to upho...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer the quality management function for large-scale data center construction. Lead quality assurance across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with standards while fostering collaboration with co...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion quality across large-scale data center projects by establishing and leading best practices, ensuring independent verification, and driving continuous improvement initiatives for construction...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead and transform quality assurance across a cutting-edge data center portfolio. Drive standards, oversee independent verification processes, and partner with construction teams to ensure compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in construction quality management for a large-scale data center portfolio. Drive the establishment of quality standards, ensure compliance, and oversee a dedicated team of Site Qualit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing production planning and control. Lead efforts in scheduling, capacity management, and collaboration with operations to ensure on-time delivery and efficient...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality in wastewater infrastructure projects. Lead quality control efforts, manage compliance, and collaborate with stakeholders to uphold high standards in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of wastewater infrastructure by leading quality control efforts, ensuring compliance with standards, and enhancing project outcomes through effective management and oversight in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Champion quality control initiatives for wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Lead inspections, manage documentation, and collaborate with teams to u...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Quality Control Manager do?question toggle

    A Quality Control Manager leads activities that verify products and processes meet quality standards. The work may include managing inspections and testing, analyzing quality data, investigating issues, coordinating corrective actions, and supporting audits and compliance.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Quality Control Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and industry. Many positions seek relevant quality or operations experience, leadership skills, analytical ability, and familiarity with quality management systems, audits, and applicable standards. Some roles require a degree or industry-specific credentials.

  • Which industries hire Quality Control Managers?question toggle

    Employers hire Quality Control Managers in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, food production, aerospace, and other industries where product quality and regulatory compliance are important.

  • What skills are important for a Quality Control Manager?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include team leadership, data analysis, root-cause analysis, process improvement, audit readiness, clear communication, and knowledge of relevant quality standards and compliance requirements.

  • Where can I find Quality Control Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Browse its Quality Control Manager listings to explore roles across industries and compare responsibilities and qualifications.