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 operational excellence by leading diverse teams, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering talent development to enhance efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction across manufac...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform operational excellence by leading diverse teams, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering a high-performance culture. Your leadership will enhance customer satisfaction and optimize effi...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$78K - $98K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure quality standards in construction projects. Oversee inspections, documentation, and compliance with codes while collaborating with project personnel. Your expertise will...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $148K *

Elevate quality assurance standards by leading a plant quality team to ensure premium paint production aligns with established specifications and corporate compliance. Foster continual improvement thr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$92K - $110K *

Empower our production teams by ensuring top-tier product quality and compliance with quality systems, driving continuous improvement, and resolving quality issues proactively across shifts...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $132K *

Champion quality and efficiency as you lead a team in inventory control, driving improvements and fostering collaboration across departments to enhance operational excellence and meet key metrics...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$73K - $132K *

Optimize inventory control and quality assurance processes while leading a team. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and foster collaboration across departments t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $100K *

Lead quality assurance initiatives and compliance standards, ensuring optimal processes are in place. Collaborate with various teams to drive improvements, manage audits, and uphold food safety regula...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$84K - $100K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and enhancing quality control systems through implementation of Lean principles and thorough analysis to ensure all products exceed industry standards and performance ex...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality assurance by leading a dedicated lab team to ensure compliance and excellence in asphalt modified bitumen products, utilizing statistical methods, continuous improvement, and rigorous...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead quality assurance efforts by managing a team to ensure product excellence and compliance with industry standards through process control and continuous improvement initiatives...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer quality management at a manufacturing plant, ensuring product integrity with adherence to KORE standards and regulatory requirements through effective team leadership and cross-organizational...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving multi-site process growth and integrating continuous improvement culture. Collaborate with leaders to enhance operational processes, ensuring alignment with business goals...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock supplier quality excellence by leading performance and development initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards, drive improvements, and tackle complex challenges...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Oversee the quality program for a growing business unit, establishing processes for inspection, integration, and shipping. Manage RMAs and returns, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective qua...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$60K - $120K *

Drive safety excellence through quality control supervision and compliance, managing hazards on-site. Oversee inspections, enforce regulations, and ensure project specifications are met while contribu...

4 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Grow your career by providing Design Quality Engineering support for product development, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to develop and govern engineering learning strategies, fostering a capable workforce through innovative training programs and continuous improvement initiatives...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $120K *

Lead the charge in ensuring measurement system integrity for production activities, driving quality and compliance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career by leading a quality engineering team focused on the reliability and performance of cutting-edge optical transceivers. Leverage your expertise to enhance product compliance with indu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$104K - $130K *

Drive automation excellence by developing high-quality mobile test scripts, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating cross-functionally to improve product reliability and speed. Join us in transfo...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Empower quality assurance processes by leading a dynamic team in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. Drive customer satisfaction while ensuring compliance with industry standards and enhancing product q...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Shape efficiency as you manage logistics and inventory processes, ensuring timely material availability and optimal stock levels. Drive collaboration across teams while enhancing safety and quality st...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $159K *

Unlock potential by managing Aseptic Quality operations, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency. Drive continuous...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $180K *

Drive quality assurance and control for a major data center project, ensuring compliance with standards. Lead a team, manage documentation, and collaborate with contractors to uphold quality throughou...

2 weeks 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.