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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$95K - $120K *

Optimize quality control laboratory operations by leading a team, managing testing priorities, and ensuring compliance with quality standards to support manufacturing and product release decisions. Dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software quality through effective management and evaluation processes. Contribute to critical state agency projects while fostering your professional growth...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $106K *

Drive excellence in food safety and quality management within distribution operations. Oversee quality audits, employee training, and compliance measures while collaborating with teams to enhance proc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the QA team to uphold product quality and compliance, ensuring timely delivery of safe beverages. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement and enhance quality systems, fostering a culture of c...

Aurora, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading quality systems and compliance initiatives in a regulated environment. Support product delivery while managing a team to uphold standards and drive continuous improvement a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $125K *

Oversee quality assurance processes across multiple construction projects, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and contract requirements. Collaborate with project teams to implement effective...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $135K *

Drive quality assurance and control for a large-scale data center project. Collaborate with teams to ensure electrical installations meet safety and compliance standards throughout all construction ph...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Oversee quality assurance and control for a large-scale data center project. Collaborate with teams to ensure electrical installations meet safety and compliance standards throughout all construction...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Optimize quality assurance and control for a large-scale data center project. Collaborate with teams to ensure electrical installations meet safety standards and specifications throughout all construc...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance and control for a large-scale data center project. Collaborate with teams to ensure electrical installations meet safety and compliance standards throughout all co...

5 days ago

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

$135K - $150K *

Join us to lead the Quality Department, driving performance and compliance while fostering continuous improvement across engineering and operations. Collaborate with teams to enhance product quality a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform quality assurance in aerospace and defense by leading customer-focused initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance across programs while collaborating with cross-fun...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Champion quality assurance excellence by supporting engineering teams through comprehensive test automation, bug management, and effective communication. Enhance software quality across CI/CD systems...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate the quality assurance process by managing UAT, bug triage, and CI/CD systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure seamless communication and proactive quality management throughout th...

Toronto, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Lead quality management systems and foster a customer-focused environ...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives in production, ensuring compliance with USDA regulations while managing staff, developing training programs, and facilitating customer satisfaction for optimal oper...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality excellence by managing a comprehensive Quality Management System, leading teams to enhance processes, and fostering strong customer and supplier relationships to meet business objectives...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Oversee quality assurance initiatives across North America, enhancing special process auditing, team leadership, and operational training while ensuring compliance and continuous improvement within th...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to quality assurance by managing QA/QC activities, ensuring compliance with standards, and leading inspections. Collaborate with teams to uphold project integrity and safety while fostering...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $142K *

Innovate quality and food safety initiatives by managing compliance processes, influencing cross-functional partnerships, and leading a dedicated team to ensure product excellence at the manufacturing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Drive quality excellence by leading a dynamic team to enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction across multiple sites while fostering a culture of continuous impro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic QA team, ensuring compliance with FDA GLP standards, and driving continuous improvement in preclinical safety and toxicology testing. Manage audits, inspection...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Engineer quality frameworks across multiple plants, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Lead initiatives for continuous improvement in quality processes and systems, enhancing product integri...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your career potential by leading quality initiatives, ensuring compliance with AS9100, and driving improvements across teams in a dynamic aerospace environment focused on excellence and custome...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate quality assurance by leading a dynamic team to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement across major projects, fostering operational excellence and strategic relationships in a fast...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

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

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.