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 *

Join a dynamic team to oversee quality operations, ensuring compliance and excellence in manufacturing processes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Lead the charge in ensuring AI agent quality through innovative evals, regression tracking, and automated testing. Collaborate with teams to maintain product integrity and enhance performance, driving...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $110K *

Drive quality excellence by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and enhancing the Quality Management System to support continuous improvement and audit readiness...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$93K - $116K *

Lead complex technology and digital initiatives by coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring project delivery excellence, stakeholder engagement, and adherence to quality standards while driving c...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$79K - $90K *

Drive quality assurance by executing internal audits, enhancing process controls, and recommending improvements to ensure compliance and operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the development and integration of quality and safety processes, ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing organizational performance across clinical settings, while overseeing supportive prog...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$82K - $110K *

Oversee supplier quality performance and lead initiatives for continuous improvement. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance supplier readiness and drive operational excellence throughout the New P...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$82K - $110K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of quality engineering, leading initiatives across our global supply base to optimize supplier performance and drive quality improvements in electronics and foundat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Quality Assurance Manager, leading food safety initiatives, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while driving continuous improvement in production...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$102K *

Unlock your potential by leading Root Cause Investigation and CAPA initiatives across R&D. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues, enhance quality, and drive data-led soluti...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize GxP IT operations by ensuring effective computer system validation, front-line support, and documentation. Provide expert application support for lab instruments while adhering to regulatory...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $158K *

Engineer software quality assurance processes to ensure reliability and compliance across launch vehicles and systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and uphol...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $168K *

Drive quality excellence in medical device development by applying engineering principles and regulatory standards. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and continuous improvement from produc...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $168K *

Elevate product quality through innovative engineering solutions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and driving continuous improvement from inception to launch in the medical device sector...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring product quality and compliance, driving sustainable growth by analyzing customer needs, developing effective quality control processes, and guiding teams in a fast-paced en...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Drive global Quality strategy and governance, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Quality Management Systems and lead init...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $126K *

Manage complex HEDIS audit workstreams and ensure compliance with regulations. Provide expert guidance on audit readiness, interpret regulatory requirements, and develop controls to support accurate s...

Missouri, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of aerospace quality assurance by ensuring compliance and excellence in production processes while collaborating with suppliers and customers to resolve issues and drive continuous im...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $92K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality through sampling and inspection of raw materials. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while working in a collaborative environment focused...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $189K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead design quality assurance for innovative products, ensuring compliance with global standards and regulations while managing resources and driving continuous improvement...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $189K *

Transform your career by leading design quality assurance for innovative diagnostic products. Oversee compliance, manage resources, and drive risk management while developing a high-performing team in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality assurance in medical devices. Collaborate across functions to drive quality improvements, troubleshoot issues, and support new product introductions w...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $100K *

Champion quality assurance by executing and developing test scripts, ensuring software integrity, and managing release processes. Collaborate with teams to validate system changes and enhance testing...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $179K *

Lead quality engineering efforts, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement. Manage a team to enhance product quality, while leveraging strong analytical skills and cross-functional colla...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Empower operational excellence by driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with teams to eliminate inefficiencies and enhance performance using Lean methodologies, delivering sustainabl...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.