Explore Quality Manager Jobs

Quality Managers help organizations deliver reliable products and services by building effective quality systems, improving processes, and guiding teams toward consistent standards. Browse vetted Quality Manager opportunities on Ladders, including positions with salaries of $100,000 or more across a range of industries.

What Does a Quality Manager Do?

Quality Managers oversee quality assurance and quality control programs from planning through execution. Depending on the organization, they may develop quality policies, manage audits and inspections, investigate defects or customer complaints, track performance metrics, and coordinate corrective and preventive actions. They also partner with operations, engineering, suppliers, and senior leaders to reduce risk and improve outcomes.

Skills and Qualifications for Quality Manager Roles

Employers often seek experience in quality systems, process improvement, audit readiness, root-cause analysis, and regulatory or industry standards. Communication, project management, data analysis, and people leadership are also important. Requirements vary by employer and sector; some roles may favor credentials such as Six Sigma or expertise in standards like ISO 9001.

Industries Hiring Quality Managers

Quality Managers work in manufacturing, life sciences, healthcare, technology, aerospace, food and beverage, and other fields. Responsibilities and applicable standards differ by industry, so candidates can focus their search on the environments that best match their experience and interests.

Find Your Next Quality Manager Opportunity

Explore Quality Manager listings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, industries, and responsibilities to identify positions aligned with your background and career goals.

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$350K *

Join a high-performance sales team to build Executive-level relationships, drive revenue growth, and engage in complex sales with major accounts. Your expertise will significantly impact vital industr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing innovative virtual calibration environments that enhance simulation-based workflows. Collaborate cross-functionally to improve calibration processes and support the inte...

Milford, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $145K *

Engage in the development and delivery of innovative training programs that enhance the skills and performance of sales teams in the pharma/biotech sector, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Manage the end-to-end SIT testing strategy, leading QA teams and ensuring quality across projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop test plans, oversee execution, and drive continuous improvem...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Drive the successful execution of multiple e-discovery projects, collaborating with legal teams and mentoring junior staff. Ensure quality standards, manage budgets, and maintain client relationships...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$162K - $243K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing complex clinical research trials, ensuring project execution aligns with strategic objectives. Drive process improvements and maintain client relationships while overse...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $243K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing complex clinical research trials, ensuring strategic execution and client satisfaction. Drive project success through effective communication, budget oversight, and qua...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $150K *

Lead the charge in executive support and strategic sales initiatives, managing schedules, communications, and events for the EVP of Global Client Services. Drive efficiency and stakeholder engagement...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Champion the optimization of business systems for Legal, Safety, and Environmental teams. Drive continuous improvement and support for Icertis and related applications, enhancing user experience and o...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research through comprehensive trial management, vendor oversight, and strategic operations, ensuring successful delivery of studies from initiation...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $145K *

Take ownership of vendor relationships and contracts, ensuring compliance and performance across multiple service categories. Collaborate with teams to drive risk assessments, negotiations, and contin...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI factory design delivery, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution from concept to handover while balancing quality, cost, and o...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$290K - $320K *

Analyze and enhance reporting mechanisms to empower restaurant operations, collaborating with AI and engineering teams. Define scalable data infrastructures, foster customer insights, and drive impact...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$145K - $175K *

Innovate and lead a data engineering team to drive AI strategies, optimizing IT architecture while ensuring data integrity and compliance, enhancing performance across various projects in an agile env...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$131K - $150K *

Drive customer growth and relationship success with key accounts across multiple territories. Develop strategic account plans and provide valuable insights to guide market positioning and profitabilit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to ensure the quality and reliability of our web-based administrative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate features, identify defects, and maintain comprehens...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $204K *

Unlock potential by leading the redesign of People Operations processes. Drive operational excellence through strategic assessments, workflow mapping, and implementation of innovative solutions that e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $142K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by transforming HR data into strategic insights. Leverage analytical skills and tools to enhance workforce performance and support HR initiatives, ensuring data acc...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$136K - $162K *

Architect a transformative AI operations strategy, driving impactful solutions and cross-functional collaboration to enhance the customer experience and operational performance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $164K *

Champion client success by leading post-sale implementations and ensuring ongoing account performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate client needs into actionable insights, drivi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading a team to analyze and enhance Auto product performance, leveraging AI insights to drive growth and profitability while collaborating with key stakeholders to shape futur...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $230K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain processes and enhancing materials management. Lead strategic initiatives to improve efficiency, manage supplier relationships, and drive cross-f...

Downers Grove, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading product strategy for supply chain orchestration. Drive technical decisions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and leverage AI to enhance workflows, ensuring measu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team, managing post-sales operations for key customers. Leverage your expertise in coordinating production schedules and delivery, ensuring alignment with customer need...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Transform operational excellence by leading a dynamic team to enhance client satisfaction, streamline processes, and drive continuous improvement across remote Central Operations. Collaborate with pee...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Quality Manager do?question toggle

    A Quality Manager leads programs that help ensure products, services, and processes meet organizational requirements and applicable standards. Duties may include managing audits, analyzing quality data, resolving issues, and driving continuous improvement.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Quality Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by role, but employers commonly look for experience with quality assurance or quality control, audits, process improvement, root-cause analysis, and team leadership. Industry knowledge and credentials such as Six Sigma may be preferred for some positions.

  • Which industries hire Quality Managers?question toggle

    Quality Managers are hired in industries such as manufacturing, life sciences, healthcare, technology, aerospace, and food and beverage. The relevant standards and responsibilities depend on the employer and sector.

  • Do Quality Manager jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some Quality Manager opportunities pay $100,000 or more, depending on factors such as industry, location, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs at this salary level.