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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$130K - $160K *

Lead quality operations to ensure data accuracy and compliance in healthcare. Drive improvements through audits, data analysis, and technology integration, fostering a culture of excellence across tea...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $179K *

Lead quality engineering efforts, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement. Manage a team to enhance product quality, while leveraging strong analytical skills and cross-functional colla...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform quality assurance processes by leading a dynamic team to ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and foster cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment. Make your mar...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring food safety and quality while leading QA initiatives in a dynamic dairy manufacturing environment. Manage compliance, direct lab operations, and mentor your te...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$126K - $160K *

Contribute to high-stakes DoD construction projects by managing quality control processes, ensuring compliance, and mentoring team members. Drive project success through meticulous inspections, docume...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize continuous improvement initiatives across wire and cable manufacturing, enhancing safety, quality, and efficiency by leading cross-functional teams and leveraging Lean Six Sigma methodologies...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $128K *

Drive your career with a vital role supervising QC operations and supporting testing activities. Lead a team, ensure product quality compliance, and contribute to laboratory investigations while drivi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence by leading the development and management of a comprehensive quality management system, ensuring teams meet standards in engineering, science, and custom hardware projects...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $157K *

Elevate quality standards as a leader in manufacturing. Drive team efficiency, manage production goals, and implement continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a culture of excellence and com...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $157K *

Transform quality management by leading a team to meet delivery objectives, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with ISO and quality standards across multiple sites. Engage in cross-fu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $157K *

Shape quality assurance processes by leading a team to meet delivery objectives, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with ISO and LEAN standards while collaborating with engineering an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading food safety and quality management systems, ensuring compliance with BRCGS and regulatory standards while overseeing audits, inspections, and team development throughout a...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$132K - $170K *

Partner with us to lead a vital manufacturing operation, championing continuous improvement and operational excellence while developing future leaders and strategies that drive business success and te...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $163K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic leadership in Quality Management Systems, ensuring compliance with ISO and regulatory standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality processes and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Champion quality excellence by leading and developing a team of Quality Engineers to ensure compliance and operational performance in a regulated manufacturing environment, driving continuous improvem...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Drive quality excellence by leading a high-performing engineering team, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and fostering continuous improvement through collaboration and proactive problem-s...

Fort Erie, ONIn-Person

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Oversee and enhance the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and regulatory standards. Lead quality assurance initiatives, manage audits, and drive continuous improvement...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring food safety and quality standards. Oversee quality assurance processes, manage personnel, and implement compliance measures to enhance product integrity in a d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Engage in the future of manufacturing by leading a team of control engineers and technicians to design and optimize electrical control systems using automation and AI for enhanced efficiency, safety...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower growth by leading SOX and MAR compliance programs, overseeing consultants, and implementing a scalable control environment. Drive governance and quality oversight while collaborating with inte...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Advance continuous improvement initiatives by leading impactful projects, fostering a culture of excellence, and aligning department objectives with strategic goals to enhance overall plant performanc...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $269K *

Transform quality management across multiple functional areas, ensuring effective implementation of standards and metrics. Lead recruitment, training, and performance assessment while driving continuo...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Elevate our construction quality management as you ensure compliance with industry standards and drive a culture of excellence. Lead audits, implement training, and collaborate with stakeholders to en...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing high-performing QA teams while driving innovation in automation and AI-assisted testing, ensuring top-tier software quality and fostering continuous improvement across proj...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Lead a talented QA team to enhance software quality, implement automation, and drive innovative testing strategies, partnering with business and tech units to ensure top-tier application delivery and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.