Explore Quality Specialist Jobs

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.

What Does a Quality Specialist Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Opportunities in Quality

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.

Find Quality Specialist Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$80K - $95K *

Lead quality management initiatives to enhance pediatric services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Drive continuous improvement through audits, training, and collaboration with clinical...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead quality assurance initiatives to ensure compliance with ISO standards, drive continuous improvement, and enhance customer satisfaction through effective management of quality systems and team per...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading impactful programs, driving compliance, and fostering continuous improvement across cross-functional teams to enhance operational excellence and custom...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by overseeing NDT processes, ensuring compliance with technical standards, and developing certification materials for personnel. Collaborate with diverse teams to re...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Engineer quality systems that ensure compliance with FDA and ISO standards. Lead audits, develop metrics, and implement corrective actions to enhance product quality. Collaborate with teams to maintai...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $103K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic organization by leading specification programs that engage architects and engineers. Drive marketing initiatives, analyze performance, and collaborate with cross-funct...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $103K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in specification marketing programs. This role focuses on enhancing engagement with architects and engineers, ensuring alignment with business objectives while fo...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize business improvement projects by driving integration of SAP and MES systems. Lead cross-team collaborations and risk management while ensuring on-time, quality project execution aligned with...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $225K *

Shape the future of spacecraft safety and reliability by independently ensuring all missions meet rigorous assurance and quality standards. Lead critical evaluations and uphold uncompromising safety m...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $156K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance by developing and implementing standards, conducting audits, and providing technical direction. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and enhance operation...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $141K *

Champion data-driven insights by leading quality analytics initiatives, ensuring compliance and operational excellence in R&D. Collaborate with stakeholders to design impactful dashboards and enhance...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Optimize product quality by leading engineering projects, ensuring compliance with ISO and QSR regulations, and working collaboratively across departments to enhance performance and maintain high stan...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in regulatory strategies for medical devices, guiding global submissions and compliance, while mentoring team members to deliver high-quality regulatory outcomes aligned with best prac...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence by leading assurance and control initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and compliance wi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality excellence by managing CAPA processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality systems and foster continuous improvem...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $149K *

Transform your career by leading Design Quality Engineering for innovative diabetes management devices, ensuring compliance and excellence throughout development. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to ensure product quality through microbiological and analytical testing, compliance with GMP standards, and environmental monitoring, while contributing to the validation of life-saving...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive specialized QA initiatives requiring deep technical expertise in automation, integration, performance, security, and AI. Collaborate with the QA team to enhance testing strategies and ensure hig...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence by leading strategic initiatives that enhance safety, productivity, and product integrity. Collaborate with teams to implement effective quality management systems and fost...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $145K *

Lead the charge in complex testing operations, ensuring excellence in hardware development through hands-on execution and collaboration with engineering teams. Drive root cause investigations and main...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate quality improvements by leading ISO compliance, supplier management, and investigations, while collaborating across teams to enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction through co...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to quality excellence and safety. Lead strategic initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards by leading strategic initiatives in a manufacturing facility, ensuring optimal safety, productivity, and compliance with quality and food safety regulations while fostering a...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards by leading strategic initiatives that ensure safety, productivity, and product integrity in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Inspire a culture of excellence and complianc...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower quality excellence by leading initiatives that enhance safety, productivity, and product integrity. Collaborate with teams to implement effective quality management systems and ensure complian...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Quality Specialist do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.