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.
Quality Engineer (U.S. Army Program Office)
$82K - $172K *
Unlock quality assurance excellence by leading engineering initiatives, ensuring compliance with standards, and enhancing product reliability for critical Army programs. Collaborate with teams to driv...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Champion quality excellence by ensuring compliance with industry standards and leading inspections. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with teams to enhance safety and operat...
2 weeks ago
Quality Management System Process Engineer
$105K - $138K *
Champion operational excellence by leveraging data and automation to enhance quality management systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive compliance, streamline processes, and support inspectio...
Yesterday
Quality Management System Process Engineer
$105K - $138K *
Lead the charge in enhancing operational excellence by optimizing quality management processes, leveraging digital tools, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to drive continuous improvem...
Yesterday
$85K - $105K *
Play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of physics-based machining simulation software through hands-on testing, engineering analysis, and automation, while collaborating with cross-fu...
1 week ago
Principal Design Quality Engineer I
$120K - $160K *
Lead the charge in ensuring the safety and compliance of innovative diagnostic technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to guide products through the design lifecycle, focusing on quality...
Today
$105K - $110K *
Shape the future of quality assurance by leading the implementation and improvement of the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving cross-functional colla...
2 days ago
$80K - $110K *
Lead the charge in enhancing equipment reliability and performance within a GMP-regulated environment. Drive asset management strategies, optimize maintenance practices, and collaborate across teams t...
1 week ago
Operational Excellence Engineer - Quality & Systems
$85K - $100K *
Transform operational processes by leading Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, optimizing workflows, and enhancing quality systems. Drive continuous improvement across manufacturing and supply chain to achiev...
1 week ago
Operational Excellence Engineer - Quality & Systems
$85K - $100K *
Lead process optimization initiatives to enhance operational performance, drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements, and establish robust standard operating procedures across quality, engineering, and manufac...
1 week ago
Quality Expert Operations (Quality Engineer)
$80K - $95K *
Engage as a key contact for quality initiatives, driving customer relations and ensuring adherence to standards through audits, problem-solving, and collaboration with internal teams to enhance produc...
Reposted 6 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Champion quality and manufacturing processes to ensure precision CNC components meet industry standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product conformance, efficiency, and throughput while...
Yesterday
Computer System Quality Validation Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Drive quality assurance initiatives by overseeing computer system validation processes, ensuring compliance with GxP regulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance validation pr...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in improving quality systems by managing CAPA processes, ensuring compliance with SOPs and regulations, and driving cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational efficiency and...
Reposted today
$101K - $169K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality management systems through effective coordination of audits, corrective actions, and document control. Drive continuous improvement and ensure complia...
3 weeks ago
Project Administrator – Quality Management Systems
$74K - $111K *
Explore your potential as you manage quality assurance activities, ensuring compliance and efficiency in processes. Collaborate with teams to uphold standards and drive improvements in a dynamic envir...
Today
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in developing a robust Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with cGMP regulations and enhance operational excellence across pharmaceutical and biotech sectors...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Specialist, Product Development - RDCA
$110K - $112K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development for in vitro diagnostics, ensuring compliance with quality standards and timely project delivery while managing multiple initiative...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead quality initiatives, drive Lean practices, and enhance manufacturing standards. Collaborate across facilities to ensure top-tier quality and mentor teams for continuous...
Yesterday
Quality Engineer Specialist - Semiconductor / Electronics
$124K - $151K *
Unlock potential by integrating quality principles into the design and development of innovative electronic and semiconductor products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust quality...
3 days ago
$115K - $150K *
Lead the charge in driving innovative solutions within a dynamic team, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering collaboration across departments to achieve strategic goals and deliver impactful...
2 weeks ago
$116K - $174K *
Drive quality excellence by building a robust quality function from the ground up, leading NADCAP certification efforts, and shaping strategy while fostering a culture of quality across multiple manuf...
1 week ago
Quality Assurance and Quality Control Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Transform quality assurance processes by ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards. Oversee inspections, develop quality documentation, and lead continuous improvement initiatives...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Partner with us to ensure high-quality aerospace products through proactive quality assurance, process improvement, and customer collaboration. Drive corrective actions and compliance while supporting...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Specialist, AONL Professional Practice
$79K - $119K *
Drive product operations for digital assessment tools, ensuring quality and user satisfaction. Manage lifecycle from configuration to support, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance member experie...
1 week 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.