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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$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in quality control, leading laboratory operations and personnel while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and driving continuous improvement in pha...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Oversee and enhance Quality Assurance operations, ensuring compliance with cGMP standards and collaborating cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement within manufacturing processes. Lead a sk...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $110K *

Unlock potential by ensuring compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards through rigorous analysis and continuous improvement in quality control processes. Collaborate effectively with management to...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join us to oversee cement manufacturing processes, optimizing safety, quality, and budget compliance while leading a team to ensure operational excellence and environmental adherence in a dynamic plan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $155K *

Help us champion customer quality initiatives by leading cross-functional teams to enhance complaint resolution processes, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards while driving cont...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Drive strategic leadership in statistical process control and digital quality transformation across multiple manufacturing sites, enhancing process capability and data-driven decision-making through a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive strategic leadership in statistical process control and digital quality transformation across multiple manufacturing sites, enhancing process capability and data-driven decision-making through a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving process excellence and digital transformation across multiple manufacturing sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance SPC frameworks, reduce variation, and l...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading Continuous Improvement initiatives, mentoring leaders, and driving quality excellence while fostering collaboration across teams to enhance operational efficiency and...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer strategic financial initiatives, overseeing production finance to drive profitability and operational excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally, ensuring robust forecasting, cost control, an...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K *

Drive transformation by leading Continuous Improvement initiatives across operations. Collaborate with leadership to enhance efficiencies, analyze processes, and implement data-driven solutions in a f...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $257K *

Drive quality assurance excellence in clinical trials, ensuring compliance and patient safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement proactive risk management and maintain inspection re...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $257K *

Elevate clinical quality assurance by leading proactive oversight of trials, ensuring compliance and patient safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain inspection readiness and drive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead your expertise in plant operations, aligning teams with corporate vision, enhancing safety, and driving efficiency while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability for optim...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Transform project execution by leading cost, schedule, and change management. Cultivate talent, enforce safety, and promote training to ensure project success and operational excellence in a dynamic c...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality operations at multiple manufacturing locations. Oversee compliance, drive improvement initiatives, and mentor a dedicated team while ensuring product excellence an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $125K *

Elevate quality standards by managing assurance programs, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across departments to meet customer expectations and regulatory requiremen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $115K *

Help us lead quality execution on the production floor, ensuring compliance and operational excellence in reactor component manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to maintain high standards and drive c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform food safety and quality assurance processes while ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering strong internal and external relationships. Drive improvement initiatives that enhance operatio...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and quality excellence in a dynamic GMP environment. Oversee Quality Management System activities, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives wh...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality and safety in construction. As a key player, you'll conduct audits, promote continuous improvement, and train staff while maintaining compliance with i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality assurance standards in construction by conducting audits, implementing best practices, and fostering continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and enhance cus...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives by conducting audits, implementing standards, and fostering continuous improvement in a remote construction environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Support a culture of quality and safety by conducting audits, training staff, and ensuring compliance with standards in a remote construction environment. Drive continuous improvement and maintain eff...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to quality excellence in construction. As a key player, you'll conduct audits, implement best practices, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with sa...

2 weeks 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.