Quality specialists help organizations maintain reliable products, services, and processes. They assess performance against standards, investigate issues, document findings, and work with teams to improve quality. Browse vetted Quality Specialist opportunities on Ladders, including positions with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by industry and employer, but often include monitoring quality metrics, conducting audits and inspections, analyzing defects or customer feedback, maintaining documentation, and supporting corrective and preventive actions. Quality specialists may also help prepare for regulatory reviews and train colleagues on quality procedures.
Employers commonly seek analytical thinking, attention to detail, clear communication, and experience with quality management systems. Depending on the role, useful knowledge may include audit practices, root-cause analysis, process improvement methods, industry regulations, and data analysis. Requirements can differ across manufacturing, healthcare, technology, life sciences, and other sectors.
Quality specialist roles can focus on assurance, control, compliance, supplier quality, systems, or continuous improvement. With relevant experience, professionals may pursue senior specialist, quality engineer, auditor, manager, or director positions. Search current listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and compensation.
Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Explore Quality Specialist listings, review job requirements, and find roles that match your experience and career goals.
Staff Quality Engineer, Internal Audits
$123K - $137K *
Transform quality assurance by leading advanced internal audits to enhance compliance across cardiac assist operations. Drive improvements and coach auditors for regulatory excellence while ensuring r...
3 weeks ago
Quality Assurance Lead Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Elevate quality assurance practices by driving compliance and process improvement in a regulated environment. Collaborate with teams to implement and enhance the Quality Management System, ensuring ad...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive quality excellence by leading complex initiatives in Quality Operations, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across manufacturing processes while mentoring professionals and influenci...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion quality excellence by leading complex investigations and initiatives, driving systemic improvements, and ensuring compliance across operations. Mentor teams while influencing stakeholders to...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform quality assurance in aerospace and defense by leading customer-focused initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance across programs while collaborating with cross-fun...
1 week ago
Continuous Improvement Quality Leader
$80K - $95K *
Accelerate progress at our organization by leading Continuous Improvement initiatives. Drive quality enhancements and operational efficiency through Lean Six Sigma methodologies, fostering a culture o...
3 weeks ago
$67K - $110K *
Contribute to quality assurance excellence by leading on-floor activities, ensuring compliance with QA policies, and mentoring staff. Engage in investigations and continuous improvement efforts to uph...
3 days ago
$67K - $110K *
Play a key role in ensuring product quality by leading QA activities, mentoring staff, and collaborating with external partners to uphold compliance with industry standards and continuous improvement...
3 days ago
Upstream Quality Control Specialist (QCS)
$80K - $95K *
Partner with us to ensure quality in upstream oil and gas inspections. Leverage your expertise in equipment and component evaluation while collaborating with clients and suppliers to uphold industry s...
2 weeks ago
Quality Assurance and Risk Manager
$80K - $95K *
Lead the development and execution of quality assurance and risk management programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing resident care quality. Collaborate with teams to identify risks...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $131K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality systems and compliance. Drive ISO 9001 certification, facilitate audits, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to foster a culture of quality ac...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower excellence in quality management by leading a dedicated team to ensure all manufacturing processes consistently meet high standards, driving resolution and continuous improvement in quality as...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Principle Specialist, Quality Assurance
$80K - $103K *
Transform complex projects into innovative solutions while traveling 75% of the time. Leverage your expertise to mentor colleagues and contribute to policy development, ensuring alignment with organiz...
1 week ago
Principle Specialist, Quality Assurance
$80K - $103K *
Take ownership of complex projects, applying technical expertise to develop innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams while mentoring less experienced colleagues, ensuring alignment with organizati...
1 week ago
Principle Specialist, Quality Assurance
$80K - $103K *
Optimize complex projects by applying technical expertise and innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams while mentoring colleagues, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Expect 75% tra...
1 week ago
Principle Specialist, Quality Assurance
$80K - $103K *
Analyze complex projects and develop innovative solutions while mentoring colleagues. This role requires extensive travel and a strong grasp of technical principles to meet organizational objectives e...
1 week ago
$122K - $153K *
Make your mark at a leading automotive firm by directing a dynamic Quality Assurance team. Oversee product integrity, manage supplier relationships, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to uph...
3 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in enhancing quality management systems and compliance initiatives. Oversee the Quality Assurance team, ensuring product quality and regulatory adherence while collaborating across dep...
6 days ago
Staff Specialist, Post Market Quality
$129K - $207K *
Lead the charge in post-market quality initiatives, ensuring compliance and driving improvements across global operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product safety and effecti...
3 weeks ago
$105K - $110K *
Lead the charge in ensuring quality assurance for transportation and logistics operations. Oversee compliance, manage audits, and implement procedures to meet industry standards and customer requireme...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing high-performing QA teams while driving innovation in automation and AI-assisted testing, ensuring top-tier software quality and fostering continuous improvement across proj...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead a talented QA team to enhance software quality, implement automation, and drive innovative testing strategies, partnering with business and tech units to ensure top-tier application delivery and...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive excellence in software quality by leading a talented QA team. Shape innovative testing strategies, enhance automation processes, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable applic...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive quality excellence by leading a skilled QA team, advancing automation strategies, and ensuring high-performing software delivery that aligns with business needs and enhances application reliabil...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead high-performing QA teams to ensure exceptional software quality, driving innovative automation and AI-assisted testing methods. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement quality strategies that...
3 weeks ago
What does a Quality Specialist do?
A Quality Specialist monitors and improves the quality of products, services, or business processes. Typical work includes audits, inspections, quality data analysis, documentation, and coordinating corrective actions.
What qualifications are common for Quality Specialist jobs?
Requirements depend on the industry and employer. Many positions seek relevant work experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with quality systems, audits, regulations, or process improvement.
Which industries hire Quality Specialists?
Quality Specialists work across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, life sciences, technology, aerospace, and consumer goods. Their specific responsibilities reflect each industry's standards and regulations.
How can I find Quality Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse vetted Quality Specialist openings on Ladders, where professional roles pay $100,000 or more. Compare job requirements, responsibilities, and industries to identify relevant opportunities.