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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$80K - $100K *

Join our Quality Control team to perform essential microbiological analyses, ensuring compliance and data integrity to facilitate the manufacturing of life-changing medicines. Contribute to a culture...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

The Automation Controls Engineer will design, program, and commission advanced industrial control systems to enhance manufacturing efficiency. This role involves collaboration with the engineering tea...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $180K *

Create a high-performing maintenance organization to ensure safe, reliable operations while maximizing equipment uptime and driving continuous improvement through collaboration with cross-functional t...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $214K *

Shape the future of food safety and quality by leading initiatives, managing cross-functional teams, and driving compliance with industry standards to enhance consumer experience and operational excel...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a manufacturing team, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while implementing continuous improvement initiatives to maximize profitability and enhance custo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead engineering and maintenance efforts, driving continuous improvement and overseeing facility operations. Utilize your expertise to ensure seamless equipment functionality an...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $160K *

Lead the establishment and sustainability of enterprise data governance practices, ensuring data quality and compliance across multiple functions. Collaborate with stakeholders to define standards and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $160K *

Drive enterprise data governance practices to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and processes that enable trusted data for...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $160K *

Drive enterprise data governance practices to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and processes that enable trusted data for...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading strategic initiatives and fostering a proactive culture. Drive compliance and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment, collaborating across tea...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead and enhance quality systems across the supply chain, guiding a skilled team while engaging in hands-on problem-solving and statistical analysis to drive continuous improvement and ensure excellen...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Elevate operational efficiency as a QHSE Manager, overseeing departmental performance, personnel scheduling, and equipment management to ensure compliance and quality in lab and field operations...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading QHSE operations, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring compliance. Drive team performance and manage resources effectively to achieve operational excellence in a dynamic envir...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading our Quality Management System and cultivating a quality-centric culture. Collaborate across teams to define standards, manage audits, and support regulatory compliance a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Champion quality excellence by managing a comprehensive quality system, leading internal audits, overseeing compliance with AS9100 and ISO standards, and driving initiatives to enhance product quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by supervising final inspections, ensuring compliance with standards, and leading continuous improvement initiatives for medical devices. Collaborate across teams...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards by leading a dynamic team of inspectors, driving initiatives, and fostering development. Utilize your expertise to enhance processes, ensure compliance, and promote a culture...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Transform production planning and material management by leading a dynamic team to optimize inventory, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure timely delivery in a fast-paced manufacturing environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform quality assurance practices by leading cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, enhance processes, and uphold product safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and opera...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Optimize manufacturing processes by leveraging data analytics to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices and drive continuous improvement initiative...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $140K *

Champion compliance excellence by overseeing secure detainee transport operations across Texas and beyond. Ensure adherence to federal standards, conduct audits, and implement corrective actions to ma...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $176K *

Drive large-scale heavy civil infrastructure projects by leading a skilled team, ensuring quality control, mobilization, and execution while fostering a collaborative environment aimed at delivering e...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Play a key role in managing the plant quality system, ensuring product consistency, and supervising quality technicians while addressing customer concerns and coordinating corrective actions in a dyna...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the manufacturing facility by overseeing production operations, managing teams, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality across all depar...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $187K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering top-quality construction projects by managing and implementing rigorous Quality Control processes. Lead inspections, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.