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 - $115K *

Drive quality excellence by leading the quality team, improving processes and compliance, and enhancing customer relationships to achieve operational success in a manufacturing setting. Foster a cultu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $125K *

Contribute to quality control efforts on a major heavy civil construction project, assisting with inspections, testing, documentation, and compliance. Collaborate with project teams to ensure adherenc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Drive product and process quality initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction, ensuring compliance and fostering continuous improvement. Lead quality teams, manage relationships with customers and su...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing product quality and efficiency. In this role, you'll establish quality standards, conduct audits, and collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Drive quality excellence by establishing standards, resolving issues, and collaborating across teams to enhance product quality and compliance throughout the lifecycle, ensuring continuous improvement...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality and compliance across livestock nutrition manufacturing. Oversee safety programs, manage quality systems, and drive continuous improvement while fostering a culture...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of quality control by conducting critical testing and validation. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance with regulatory standards while driving continuous improveme...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team leading Quality Assurance efforts to ensure premier product standards. Oversee daily operations, implement quality measures, and drive continuous improvement through cross-function...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$99K - $148K *

Unlock your potential by driving TPM initiatives across our Supply Chain. Collaborate with plant leaders to enhance operational efficiency and lead improvement programs that minimize losses and promot...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Join us to oversee project cost management and financial controls for complex construction projects. Collaborate with teams to establish budgets, monitor performance, and support decision-making from...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive project cost management and financial controls for complex construction projects, collaborating with teams to establish budgets, monitor performance, and support decision-making from preconstruc...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in project cost management for complex construction initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to establish budgets, monitor performance, and support financial decision-making from pr...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Cost Manager, overseeing financial controls and project cost management for complex construction projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to establish budgets, monitor perfo...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in overseeing project cost management and financial controls for complex construction projects, collaborating with teams to establish budgets, monitor performance, and support informed...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing complex construction projects, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions, and ensuring quality execution while optimizing budgets and t...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives for liquid fuels maintenance, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Engage teams in implementing effective quality control measures, promoting safety...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Create and lead a comprehensive Quality Control program focusing on raw materials and finished goods, utilizing sensory evaluation to ensure top-notch quality and driving continuous process improvemen...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape clinical quality and network management by leading a dedicated team to enhance provider relationships, ensure compliance, and drive performance improvement across the healthcare network. Engage...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining metallurgical excellence by analyzing product failures, developing heat treat parameters, and supporting R&D initiatives. Collaborate with experts to enhance processes an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $100K *

Champion safety excellence by coordinating comprehensive safety programs, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement in electric utility projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance proces...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $140K *

Drive quality excellence by leading a high-performing team, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering continuous improvement to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $143K *

Lead quality initiatives for medical device manufacturing, ensuring compliance and excellence in processes. Oversee quality personnel, manage customer relations, and drive continuous improvement using...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $143K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality excellence for medical device manufacturing, managing customer relations, and overseeing site quality operations while implementing Lean Six Sigma methodologies and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $143K *

Transform quality assurance processes by leading site quality initiatives, managing customer relations, and supervising quality teams to ensure compliance and optimize performance in medical device ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to enhance quality practices, lead audits, and drive continuous improvement in product quality and compliance with ISO9001/ISO13485 standards while collaborating across various sites to...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.