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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$110K - $130K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the organization to enhance product quality and ope...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality assurance at Fibreworks Composites. Drive compliance with ISO standards, oversee the QA system, and foster collaboration across teams to optimize manufacturing pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead quality control initiatives to ensure product excellence and compliance with standards. Oversee inspection processes, implement quality systems, and drive continuous improvement while managing a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Explore your potential by overseeing comprehensive quality control reviews for integrated security systems, ensuring compliance and technical accuracy throughout all project phases to drive continuous...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $112K *

Unlock potential by leading the Quality Management System to ensure compliance with ISO standards and drive operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to enhance product quality and foster a cul...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Drive a culture of quality by leading and implementing top-tier quality systems while championing continuous improvement initiatives to achieve zero defects and enhance customer satisfaction across op...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $255K *

Transform your career by leading Quality Control operations, ensuring compliance with cGMPs, and managing a skilled team to support production goals while driving continuous improvement in analytical...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Field Quality Engineer, ensuring compliance and performance in mission-critical environments. Collaborate across teams to uphold quality standards through inspections, testi...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $170K *

Champion quality excellence by leading initiatives to enhance compliance with ISO9001 and IATF 16949. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement, conduct audits, and implement corrective...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate manufacturing excellence by leading technical and quality initiatives, driving process optimization, and fostering innovation across operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignm...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $135K *

Lead food safety and quality initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping quality excellence for our new U.S. manufacturing operations. Drive strategy, compliance, and continuous improvement while building a high-performing quality team to meet cu...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in document control operations, ensuring compliance and quality standards while driving process improvements. Oversee a team, manage documentation, and collaborate cross-functionally t...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $100K *

Engage in quality leadership by overseeing quality programs and driving compliance in manufacturing and cultivation operations, ensuring optimal processes across shifts while leading analytical labora...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform production control processes, leading a team to optimize operations, manage consumables, and ensure efficiency in a high-tech semiconductor manufacturing environment. Drive collaboration and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to lead quality initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and foster a culture of excellence in manufacturing. Elevate workplace standards and streamline processes in a dynamic aerospac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $105K *

Lead the charge in ensuring plant-wide Quality Assurance compliance, managing GMP and GSP practices, and overseeing laboratory operations. Collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement and ma...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$81K - $112K *

Transform your leadership skills by overseeing QC Microbiology Lab operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Guide foundational microbiological test...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Transform quality and safety initiatives by leading compliance and risk management efforts across business units, engaging in continuous improvement and audit readiness while fostering an effective QS...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Lead quality assurance operations to ensure compliance with GMP and cGMP. Oversee investigations, product release, and regulatory adherence while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and acco...

Stouffville, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Empower a quality-driven culture by leading food safety and compliance initiatives. Oversee quality systems, regulatory standards, and team development to ensure product excellence and continuous impr...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Tackle strategic leadership in QC for raw materials, ensuring timely and compliant laboratory operations through effective resource management, team development, and regulatory adherence. Drive cross...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic QA team to enhance quality standards across diverse tech products, including cloud, mobile, and IoT. Drive testing strategies and ensure reliable releases while fostering a culture of c...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality systems across multiple facilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards while training staff and addressing customer concerns. Drive continuous improvement...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.