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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$120K - $150K *

Elevate quality standards and governance across multiple sites, driving operational excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Lead cross-functional teams to implement enterprise-le...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing a transformative quality strategy, unifying multiple facilities to enhance operational performance and foster a quality-centric culture throughout the organ...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to elevate supplier quality standards, lead initiatives, and drive continuous improvement. Collaborate across functions to enhance performance metrics and ensure alignment with glo...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $90K *

Champion quality excellence by leading a team to ensure compliance with food safety standards and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes, enhancing product quality and customer satisfaction...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Empower quality through engineering excellence and automation. Drive innovation by integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with teams to elevate software standards and preven...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion the maintenance operations of a dynamic facility, leading a high-performance team to ensure equipment reliability and safety while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $135K *

Unlock your potential as you lead project controls, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence across complex projects. Collaborate with teams to drive performance and foster a high-impact environm...

Today

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

$100K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in project controls, overseeing planning, cost management, and risk assessment. Lead a skilled team to ensure projects meet financial and performance goals w...

Today

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

$100K - $135K *

Pioneer project success by leading controls management, overseeing planning, cost, and risk assessment. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery while fostering a hig...

Today

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

$100K - $135K *

Champion project success by overseeing controls, planning, and cost management. Lead a team to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery while collaborating with stakeholders to drive continuou...

Today

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

$100K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing project delivery through effective controls. Oversee planning, cost management, and risk assessment while leading a skilled team to ensure projects meet budge...

Today

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

$100K - $135K *

Drive project success by leading project controls, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and mitigate risks across complex projects while foster...

Today

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

$100K - $135K *

Empower project success by leading a team in project controls, overseeing planning, cost management, and risk assessment. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely, budget-compliant project deliv...

Today

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

$100K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading project controls for complex projects. Oversee planning, cost management, and risk assessment while mentoring a team to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery in...

Today

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

$100K - $135K *

Lead project controls initiatives, overseeing planning, cost management, and risk assessment. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery while fostering a high-performa...

Today

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

$114K - $212K *

Transform compliance standards by leading site inspections and audit readiness. Drive a robust Quality Culture, ensuring continuous improvement and operational excellence in aseptic drug product manuf...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead and empower food safety initiatives, driving continuous improvement in quality systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and enhance animal welfare, while fostering a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $134K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead packaging quality initiatives, manage lab personnel, and drive continuous improvement in testing and compliance. Ensure operational excellence while fostering a safe an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$71K - $97K *

Champion the training program and document control initiatives, ensuring compliance and effectiveness in quality systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance training materials and support onboarding, w...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading quality initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites. Collaborate with regional teams to enhance quality management systems, drive continuous improvement, and ensure ali...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a leading team overseeing industrial mechanical projects across diverse states. Manage budgets, schedules, and client relationships while ensuring quality and safety on advanced...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Reimagine quality assurance in electrical construction by leading project teams to ensure compliance with standards, enhance performance, and deliver excellence in service. Collaborate effectively wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $145K *

The Senior Project Manager, Controls and Automation is responsible for overseeing Instrumentation & Controls projects, focusing on Building Management Systems and Industrial Control Systems. This role...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $110K *

Lead the maintenance team to ensure high-quality glass production through effective planning and execution of preventive maintenance, while enhancing operational efficiency and safety standards...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$98K - $168K *

Join a team that's leading the development and performance of controls solutions. Oversee a multidisciplinary engineering team, manage project execution, and enhance engineering practices to meet regi...

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.