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 - $145K *

Drive the global strategy and governance of Quality Management Systems, enhancing compliance and operational performance across manufacturing sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading the global strategy and governance of Quality Management Systems, driving compliance and operational excellence across manufacturing sites while collaborating with cross...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$149K - $212K *

Unlock project potential by leading project controls for a major capital initiative, providing in-depth cost, schedule, and risk analysis through all project phases to ensure streamlined delivery and...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing construction quality for a major pharmaceutical project. Oversee compliance across multiple contractors and disciplines, ensuring adherence to quality standards and fosteri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Pioneer a high-performance culture by leading and developing a team of residential electricians. Drive revenue growth, enhance customer satisfaction, and ensure operational excellence through effectiv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $119K *

Join our dynamic team as a Quality Engineer to ensure top-quality standards in our manufacturing processes and supplier performance, driving continuous improvements and implementing Lean Six Sigma met...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Champion efficient production as a Maintenance Manager, overseeing mechanical systems and asset care strategies to enhance reliability, safety, and cost-effectiveness while collaborating across teams...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K *

Shape quality assurance processes by developing standards, leading audits, analyzing performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives for product and process excellence...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Launch quality assurance initiatives that enhance product reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and resolve defects, ensuring that proces...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $115K *

Optimize product quality by leading investigations and solutions for manufacturing issues. Collaborate across engineering and production teams to ensure compliance with standards and enhance performan...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading quality assurance initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Oversee daily operations, training, and audits while driving continuous improvement and foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Empower client insights through rigorous qualitative and quantitative research. Manage projects from inception to delivery, ensuring quality and accuracy while developing leadership skills to drive bu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead innovative controls projects, ensuring high-quality automation solutions through expert guidance, effective collaboration, and strategic oversight of engineering practices...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $217K *

Join us in leading a major factory expansion project, coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure successful execution from planning through operational readiness, while managi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $217K *

Transform your career by leading a major factory expansion project, coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure successful execution from planning through operational readiness...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence by leading multi-process manufacturing teams, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and talent development in a dyna...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring data integrity and quality in a cGMP lab. Lead laboratory investigations, conduct root cause analyses, and develop CAPAs while collaborating across functions t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $92K *

Drive continual improvement initiatives by supporting quality control and assurance processes in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance with...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $119K *

Champion quality standards by developing testing methods and improving processes. Lead vendor management, ensure compliance with regulations, and drive corrective actions to enhance product quality an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize quality engineering processes to enhance production efficiency, reliability, and field performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, driving improvements and ensuring adherence to glo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Elevate project quality standards by leading the implementation and verification of the Mission Critical Quality Program, ensuring compliance with contractual and client expectations while fostering c...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive compliance excellence by overseeing regulatory adherence in wholesale brokerage. Serve as a key expert in Excess & Surplus lines while collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risk...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality assurance processes in Mission Critical projects, ensuring compliance with standards and excellence in execution. Lead inspections, manage quality documentation, and promote best practic...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Contribute to project quality assurance by conducting inspections, testing, and troubleshooting. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with standards and effective quality control across all pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $130K *

Optimize project quality by executing thorough field inspections, testing, and documentation while collaborating with design teams and ensuring compliance with standards across various sites to enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.