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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$127K - $235K *

Drive the enterprise Quality Engineering strategy, establish excellence standards, and lead innovative practices for quality across technology and business domains, ensuring consistent delivery excell...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the quality of care by leading the Quality Assurance program, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing staff training initiatives to foster a culture of excellence in resident care...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Champion quality assurance initiatives by leading staff training and compliance efforts, ensuring exceptional resident care and adherence to regulatory standards while collaborating with department he...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Lead the Quality Assurance program, ensuring compliance and enhancing staff training to elevate resident care standards while collaborating with department heads and conducting audits for continuous i...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading quality assurance and control for a major LNG project. Oversee compliance, manage teams, and drive excellence in construction quality, ensuring successful project delivery...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the plant, fostering a culture of excellence. Champion CI methodologies, coach teams, and lead workshops to enhance safety, quality, and productivity wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $156K *

Shape the future of food safety and quality operations by leading complex initiatives, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while driving continuous improvement and strateg...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$137K - $194K *

Transform quality assurance processes by leading training initiatives, ensuring compliance, and optimizing systems. Guide staff development while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improveme...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Quality Engineer, ensuring the reliability and usability of healthcare applications through comprehensive testing and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Elevate global testing and validation standards by leading cross-regional teams, ensuring compliance and quality across all product development phases, and driving strategic initiatives for enhanced t...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career in a hands-on role focusing on commissioning, qualification, and validation for pharmaceutical clients. Collaborate with teams to execute protocols, manage documentation, and grow...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate your career in a hands-on role focused on commissioning, qualification, and validation for pharmaceutical clients. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and quality, while gaining own...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading hands-on commissioning, qualification, and validation efforts in a GMP environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and quality, while developing your expertise...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality assurance by executing and authoring protocols for commissioning, qualification, and validation in a GMP environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and take ownership of...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$62K - $116K *

Transform quality assurance processes by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-performance products meet customer expectations and compliance standards, while driving continuous imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining QA programs to ensure compliance with USDA, FDA, and customer standards, enhancing food safety and quality across operations while driving continuous impr...

Charlotte, NCRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving quality improvement in manufacturing. Take ownership of compliance with welding standards and lead quality management efforts, ensuring operational excellence a...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Oversee laboratory operations, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficiency. Lead a team in metrology and NDT, manage budgets, and face customers to resolve technical challenges while driving continuo...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Advance your career by guiding the financial health of large construction projects. Collaborate with project teams to ensure accurate forecasting, risk management, and timely billing, while fostering...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$94K - $101K *

Unlock potential by ensuring quality in production processes through continuous analysis and improvement. Collaborate with teams to drive initiatives that enhance product quality and performance metri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing facility performance through effective maintenance management. Lead a skilled team, troubleshoot complex systems, and drive continuous improvement initiative...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $135K *

Empower quality assurance initiatives by bridging customer needs and operational excellence. Drive product assessments, training, and complaint management while ensuring compliance and enhancing food...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $135K *

Lead the charge in managing Press Department operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency for Flexo and Litho processes while driving team performance and continuous improvement to achieve org...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Elevate food safety and quality standards by leading a dynamic team, implementing best practices, and fostering collaboration across multiple manufacturing sites to ensure compliance and excellence in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Join the charge in enhancing food safety and quality across multiple manufacturing sites. Lead a dedicated team, implement best practices, and foster collaboration to ensure compliance and excellence...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.