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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$88K - $105K *

Elevate the quality of construction projects by ensuring compliance and delivering high standards as a key onsite manager. Collaborate with clients and contractors across various phases to achieve qua...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance construction quality on DOD projects, ensuring compliance with contract standards and promoting high service delivery during all project phases. Collaborate with stakeho...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $95K *

Join a transformative quality project, leading testing and data evaluation. Engage in compliance with regulations and guide cross-functional teams to elevate manufacturing and testing performance, fos...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in regulatory compliance and testing oversight, harnessing your technical expertise to manage lab operations, dimensional inspections, and quality systems while driving continuous impr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Empower project success by managing quality assurance and control for data center construction. Ensure compliance with industry standards and owner expectations while leading inspections and driving a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards by leading QA/QC initiatives in data center projects. Develop project-specific QA/QC plans, conduct inspections, and ensure adherence to industry standards while training sta...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to quality assurance standards and continuous improvement initiatives. Oversee project-specific QA/QC plans while ensuring compliance with electrical standards and specifications. Collabora...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage quality assurance processes for data center projects, ensuring standards and continuous improvements. Collaborate with teams to develop QA/QC plans, conduct inspections, train staff, and delive...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing QC lab activities, ensuring compliance and excellence in analyses of materials and products. Empower your team while driving internal communications...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Drive project quality excellence in Electrification and Automation. Lead customer QMiP for large industrial clients, ensuring compliance with quality standards and fostering cross-functional collabora...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring construction quality and safety at military facilities. Oversee quality control processes, collaborate with contractors, and ensure compliance with industry st...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $167K *

Join a team that drives quality excellence in a large-scale manufacturing operation. Lead 60+ quality professionals to enhance performance through innovative quality management systems and continuous...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $102K *

Optimize manufacturing performance by leading continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing workflows, and fostering a culture of accountability. Collaborate with teams to implement Lean, Six Sigma, a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$104K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing a robust quality control program, managing a team to enhance operational processes, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance across lending operations while leveraging autom...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Inspire excellence in aerospace manufacturing by leading quality assurance efforts, driving compliance and innovation on the production floor, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achiev...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Drive quality improvement initiatives across multiple facilities, ensuring compliance with standards while mentoring the team. Collaborate on resolving issues, leading audits, and fostering a culture...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead quality control initiatives to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address customer concerns, manage nonconformance, and enhance operational e...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Drive quality excellence by managing plant quality control activities, ensuring compliance, and fostering continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to enhance product quality and customer satisfa...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive compliance and excellence in NDE processes, directing quality programs, training, and technical guidance for inspections, while managing regulatory adherence and non-conformance resolutions with...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to elevating quality standards and operational excellence. Lead a dynamic quality assurance organization, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across processes...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

Lead the continuous improvement and daily operation of the Quality Management System, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and inspection readiness while supporting the growt...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that drives quality excellence by developing and maintaining robust quality systems, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the orga...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $170K *

Architect quality excellence across manufacturing operations by overseeing teams and implementing robust systems. Drive compliance and continuous improvement initiatives while partnering with cross-fu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $123K *

Lead the charge in Quality Assurance management, ensuring compliance with GMP standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives across packaging operations and quality systems for operational...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that develops and oversees Quality Assurance/Quality Control Programs for Virginia Transportation Design Build and P3 projects, ensuring compliance and effective risk management throughout...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.