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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$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...

3 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 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of quality assurance initiatives, leading a team to enhance processes, conduct audits, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Drive continuous improvement and foster a culture o...

Today

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

$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

$150K - $180K *

Drive quality excellence by leading the end-to-end quality system, transforming it into a proactive, data-driven function that partners with customers and internal teams to enhance AI-native workflows...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Empower a proactive quality culture by leading the design and implementation of AI-driven quality systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency through...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer a proactive quality management system, transforming quality into a data-driven partner for customers and teams. Lead the design of AI agents, oversee audits, and drive continuous improvement a...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Drive quality excellence by leading a proactive, data-driven quality system. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI workflows, manage audits, and ensure compliance while developing a high-performing Q...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Execute a quality management system to uphold standards across construction projects, ensuring compliance, conducting audits, and leading improvement initiatives. Collaborate with teams to achieve qua...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring product quality and process integrity. Lead the quality function in a lean manufacturing environment, driving alignment across operations and engineering while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of internal controls by driving risk management initiatives, enhancing governance, and collaborating with leadership to implement effective financial safeguards and process improvemen...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $125K *

Lead quality assurance and control initiatives, ensuring compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading maintenance strategies and teams. Oversee comprehensive maintenance programs, ensuring equipment reliability, safety compliance, and efficiency in a dynamic m...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead and oversee comprehensive maintenance operations, ensuring optimal performance of equipment and adherence to safety standards while managing projects effectively to minimize downtime...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive quality excellence by leading a team of 8-10 professionals, integrating APQP and PPAP methodologies. Ensure compliance with OEM standards and foster continuous improvement throughout product dev...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $170K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives across transmission and distribution projects. Lead audits, train staff, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance qua...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$100K - $170K *

Transform quality assurance processes in Transmission and Distribution. Lead audits, establish QA/QC programs, and ensure compliance with standards and client specifications while mentoring staff and...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$100K - $170K *

Shape the future of quality assurance in electrical construction by developing programs, conducting audits, and training staff to enhance compliance with industry standards and regulations in Transmis...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$100K - $170K *

Drive quality excellence by developing and implementing QA/QC programs across Transmission and Distribution projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and contract specifications while trai...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$100K - $170K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role ensuring quality standards in electrical construction. Oversee project audits, develop QA/QC programs, and collaborate with teams to enhance quality practices whil...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$100K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving quality excellence in electrical construction. Oversee QA/QC processes, ensure compliance with industry standards, and lead initiatives that improve quality pra...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$100K - $170K *

Transform your career by leading QA/QC initiatives in transmission and distribution. Oversee audits, develop standards, and ensure compliance with quality requirements while training staff and collabo...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$100K - $170K *

Partner with us to establish a company-wide QA/QC standard program for Transmission and Distribution. Lead audits, manage non-conformance processes, and ensure compliance with quality specifications w...

Reposted 5 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.