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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$135K - $190K *

Transform quality systems by driving continuous improvement and fostering a culture of excellence. Collaborate across functions to enhance compliance and efficiency, thereby elevating both employee an...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $119K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring product quality through innovative testing and process improvement. Lead quality initiatives, collaborate with suppliers, and maintain compliance with regulati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $140K *

Drive quality excellence by leading validation and compliance initiatives, ensuring manufacturing processes and systems meet regulatory standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $140K *

Transform quality assurance by leading validation and compliance initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a culture of accountability within a high-performing team to enhance operati...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $150K *

Elevate quality assurance by ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and provide expert support...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring aerospace quality standards are met. Collaborate across engineering, operations, and supply chain to drive improvements, investigate issues, and support the de...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring food safety and quality through effective management of the Quality Management System (QMS). Lead compliance efforts, drive continuous improvement, and foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by managing schedules, costs, and documentation. Collaborate with teams to ensure financial targets are met and optimize resources for large-scale projects. Drive efficiency a...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by leading a team in a dynamic CDMO environment. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards while driving continuous improvement and effective communication acros...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by managing site and communications security at a secure facility. Oversee COMSEC operations and physical security to ensure compliance with Department of War directives and safegu...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing blood component manufacturing and QC labs, ensuring compliance with FDA and AABB standards. Oversee staff training, SOP development, and operational efficiency while drivin...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by managing technical projects and processes, ensuring team performance and contributing to departmental goals through effective communication and minor innovations...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success through expert cost control, proactive scheduling, and insightful performance tracking to ensure project health and financial accuracy across di...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing by leading CQV activities. Oversee construction, installation, and validation processes to ensure compliance with GMP standards, collaborating with div...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$116K - $174K *

Drive quality excellence by building a robust quality function from the ground up, leading NADCAP certification efforts, and shaping strategy while fostering a culture of quality across multiple manuf...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by enhancing processes and quality controls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements in production systems, ensuring safety, efficiency, and com...

1 week ago

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

$59K - $117K *

Oversee quality assurance processes to enhance customer satisfaction and product standards. Collaborate across departments to address quality issues, implement solutions, and integrate market feedback...

1 week ago

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

$106K - $137K *

Lead the charge in ensuring regulatory compliance and quality management across automated distribution operations, driving performance improvement and risk mitigation while overseeing inspections and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion customer-focused, data-driven process controls in engineering to enhance manufacturing excellence. Drive compliance, continuous improvement, and training to meet quality, cost, and service go...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$200K - $225K *

Elevate your career by leading the Retail Distribution Internal Quality Controls function, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency across a network of financial centers while fostering a cultur...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $225K *

Drive operational excellence by leading internal quality controls across a vast retail network. Ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and foster a culture of accountability while enhancing the control en...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $151K *

Shape the future of quality management by leading a team of NDT professionals. Drive compliance, foster partnerships, and implement strategies to enhance inspection processes and organizational excell...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $187K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading a team to develop systems that ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and enhance operational efficiency in construction processes and standa...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards by leading initiatives from product introduction to manufacturing. Collaborate with engineering to enhance processes, conduct audits, and mentor teams, ensuring compliance an...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving engineering excellence in controls design. Lead projects to enhance productivity, ensuring compliance, on-time delivery, and innovation in the Industrials division. Shape th...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.