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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$95K - $115K *

Optimize quality assurance processes in aerospace and defense sectors. Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to enhance product reliability, drive continuous improvement, and ensure com...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Champion design quality by ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Collaborate with teams to identify defects and drive corrective actions, enhancing product quality throughout the develop...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $110K *

Join our team to enhance QC microbiology operations, leading initiatives to improve laboratory testing methods and compliance while serving as a key technical resource and driving operational excellen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing operational excellence across diverse scientific environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive compliance, support continuous improvement, and ensure high-quality o...

Chalk River, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading quality initiatives in injection molding operations. Drive measurable improvements, uphold excellence, and collaborate cross-functionally to resolve complex challenges whil...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Champion quality excellence by leading hands-on initiatives in injection molding operations. Drive measurable improvements, uphold standards, and mentor a dedicated team to exceed customer expectation...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $134K *

Champion supplier quality initiatives by leading audits, driving improvements, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards across multiple regions. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issu...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $153K *

Transform your career by leading new product development, ensuring quality engineering excellence from concept to launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance innovative designs and impact in a d...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $124K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality assurance for advanced nuclear programs while driving compliance and continuous improvement initiatives across teams, delivering exceptional quality standards align...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $132K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives by developing standards, conducting tests, and implementing inspection methods. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, recommend improvements, and ensure complianc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $240K *

Build and lead the Supplier Quality organization, ensuring external suppliers meet quality, engineering, and regulatory standards as the company transitions from prototype to commercial operations, fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading quality initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites. Collaborate with regional teams to enhance quality management systems, drive continuous improvement, and ensure ali...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality in aerospace engineering. You'll oversee critical quality assurance processes, collaborate on safety assessments, and support manufacturing activities...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $140K *

Optimize quality assurance processes for aerospace projects, ensuring compliance with NASA standards. Collaborate with teams to assess documentation, develop metrics, and support manufacturing phases...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Champion robust validation processes for ERP systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and seamless cross-functional collaboration. Drive operational excellence through effective risk-bas...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $93K *

Contribute to our Quality Control initiatives by managing daily activities, ensuring standards are met, and leading inspections. Your expertise will drive compliance and excellence across construction...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $93K *

Elevate quality standards by co-managing daily Quality Control operations, conducting inspections, reviewing submittals, and ensuring compliance with project requirements through effective documentati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $93K *

Optimize quality control operations by leading inspections, meetings, and compliance activities while ensuring all project standards are met and documented effectively. Drive excellence in constructio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $183K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive regulatory activities across product development and lifecycle management, ensuring compliance and market access while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a f...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $183K *

Transform regulatory processes by guiding compliance across product development and lifecycle management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure market access and navigate evolving regulato...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Transform quality and safety initiatives by leading compliance and risk management efforts across business units, engaging in continuous improvement and audit readiness while fostering an effective QS...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$71K - $96K *

Take ownership of quality assurance by inspecting manufacturing processes and products. Collaborate with teams to identify defects, uphold standards, and support continuous improvement, ensuring excep...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $160K *

Optimize quality assurance processes across multiple lumber manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance with grade specifications and enhancing profitability through effective training and collaboration...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$79K - $119K *

Transform quality standards and processes, ensuring product excellence and compliance. Collaborate with teams to implement methodologies for effective inspections and continuous improvements in engine...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $123K *

Optimize product quality and compliance in a regulated medical device environment. Lead quality initiatives, support manufacturing processes, and drive continuous improvement to enhance product reliab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.