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.
$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
$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
Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Hybrid)
$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
Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Hybrid)
$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
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Quality Inspector IV (Aerospace and Defense)
$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
$125K - $160K *
Optimize quality assurance processes across multiple lumber manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance with grade specifications and enhancing profitability through effective training and collaboration...
6 days ago
Quality Engineer/Principal Quality Engineer-2nd Shift
$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
$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...
Today
$110K *
Help us ensure exceptional care for Assisted Living and Memory Care residents while assisting the clinical team in operational tasks, compliance, and training. Join a mission-driven environment focuse...
1 month ago
Supplier Quality Engineer - Electrical
$80K - $95K *
Drive supplier quality excellence by ensuring materials meet performance standards. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to enhance capabilities, resolve issues, and implement robust processe...
Today
$190K - $220K *
Elevate the standards of quality by overseeing compliance, developing robust quality systems for CRO management, and ensuring FDA and ICH regulations are met. Lead initiatives to foster a quality cult...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director, Quality & Risk Management
$175K - $227K *
Shape the future of healthcare safety by overseeing critical risk management initiatives, driving quality improvement processes, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance patient care and co...
Reposted 2 days ago
$95K - $110K *
Accelerate progress at pediatric mental health care by leading clinical quality assurance and supervision, mentoring clinicians, and providing evidence-based therapy to children and families in a full...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Elevate quality standards by conducting analytical testing in a GMP environment. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance and excellence in documentation and testing for clinical and comme...
4 days ago
Senior Consultant - Automotive Software / Functional Safety
$120K - $150K *
Champion automotive safety by leading compliance with ISO 26262 standards. Utilize your expertise to create safety architectures and train clients on developing safety-critical systems across varied t...
4 weeks ago
Senior Consultant - Automotive Software / Functional Safety
$120K - $150K *
Empower the development of safety-critical automotive systems. Lead and review ISO 26262 compliance, guide clients, and create safety architectures across diverse technologies, enabling innovation in...
4 weeks ago
CLIN NURSE SPECIALIST- Nursing Education and QA- 40HR Day Shift (7AM TO 5PM)
$85K - $100K *
Drive clinical excellence by assessing nursing practices, identifying educational needs, and developing programs to enhance patient care. Collaborate with leadership to support nursing staff in achiev...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Quality Assurance - East Coast (Princeton, NJ)
$120K - $150K *
Deliver quality leadership by overseeing QA and QC initiatives at the site, ensuring compliance with cGMP regulations and fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain high quality s...
1 month ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Join a team that's driving enterprise-wide process improvement through Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Lead initiatives to optimize operations, enhance performance, and deliver measurable business outco...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Transform enterprise-wide processes by leading continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Drive measurable outcomes through strategic optimization and best practices, while...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Lead the charge in enterprise-wide process improvement initiatives, utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive operational excellence and measurable business outcomes. Collaborate with teams to i...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Champion enterprise-wide process improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Lead teams to identify opportunities, implement best practices, and drive measurable outcomes, fostering a...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Lead enterprise-wide continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging Lean Six Sigma methodologies to optimize processes and drive measurable business outcomes. Collaborate across teams to identify oppo...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Pioneer enterprise-wide process improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Lead teams to identify opportunities, implement best practices, and drive measurable outcomes, fostering a c...
2 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.