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.
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Join a team that's driving enterprise-wide process improvements using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Lead initiatives to optimize operations, enhance performance, and deliver measurable business outcom...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Unlock enterprise-wide improvements by leading Lean Six Sigma initiatives, optimizing processes, and driving operational excellence to achieve measurable business outcomes and enhance performance acro...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Lead enterprise-wide continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Drive process optimization and operational excellence to enhance business outcomes while collaborating with...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Transform your career by leading enterprise-wide process improvement initiatives. Utilize Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive operational excellence and measurable business outcomes while collaborat...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Join a team that's driving enterprise-wide process improvements through Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Lead initiatives to optimize operations, enhance performance, and deliver measurable business outc...
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, ensuring ope...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Empower enterprise-wide continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Lead teams to identify opportunities, implement best practices, and drive measurable outcomes, fo...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Champion enterprise-wide process improvement initiatives by leveraging Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Drive operational excellence and measurable outcomes through strategic planning, project management...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Drive enterprise-wide process improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Lead teams to identify opportunities, implement best practices, and achieve measurable outcomes, fostering a c...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Unlock enterprise-wide improvements by leading Lean Six Sigma initiatives, optimizing processes, and driving operational excellence. Collaborate with teams to identify opportunities, implement best pr...
2 weeks ago
Process Improvement Director (US)
$110K - $198K *
Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide process improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Drive operational excellence and measurable outcomes through strategic planning and cros...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality management systems in aerospace. Lead audits, ensure compliance with AS9100 and NADCAP, and drive innovative solutions to streamline processes while s...
2 days ago
$75K - $100K *
Optimize quality systems to ensure excellence in incoming material, processes, and products while collaborating with teams to resolve quality issues and enhance customer satisfaction during launch act...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $150K *
Transform the training landscape by leading Document Control and Training teams. Collaborate with Quality leadership to ensure compliance and enhance processes, driving excellence in document manageme...
5 days ago
Operational Excellence Specialist
$100K - $120K *
Create transformative operational excellence initiatives that enhance safety, quality, and efficiency across the organization while mentoring cross-functional teams to foster a culture of continuous i...
3 weeks ago
$160K - $200K *
Lead the strategic vision and operations of the Quality department, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client expectations while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improve...
3 weeks ago
Regional Quality Assurance Manager
$90K - $110K *
Engineer quality frameworks across multiple plants, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Lead initiatives for continuous improvement in quality processes and systems, enhancing product integri...
3 weeks ago
Vice President, Global Quality Assurance, Medical Devices & Surgery
$280K - $410K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead global quality strategy across medical device businesses, ensuring compliance and innovation while enhancing patient safety and product reliability. Shape quality syste...
1 week ago
$120K - $132K *
Pioneer your career by leading quality assurance initiatives in a dynamic environment. Drive root cause analysis, enhance manufacturing processes, and ensure compliance in regulated aerospace settings...
1 week ago
Staff (Quality Engineer 5) - New Product Development
$130K - $155K *
Engage in strategic quality initiatives to drive enterprise-level outcomes, influencing practices across multiple business units while serving as a technical authority in quality assurance...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $175K *
Join a dynamic team as a technical leader, driving quality improvement initiatives. Utilize your analytical expertise to optimize systems, elevate quality performance, and influence long-term quality...
Reposted 3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in enhancing equipment reliability and efficiency through mechanical engineering initiatives, optimizing maintenance programs, and managing capital projects to drive operational excell...
2 weeks ago
Associate Director Continuous Improvement
$121K - $176K *
Transform operational excellence by leading a team to implement Lean strategies, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and enhance safety, quality, and cost performance across multiple sites while...
2 weeks ago
$81K - $141K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing cancer diagnostics through innovative testing strategies and quality assurance. Contribute to system development and ensure high-quality results in a fast-pac...
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Nurse Chief Quality Management
$85K - $100K *
Shape the future of healthcare by leading quality and patient safety initiatives across integrated programs. Drive organizational excellence through collaboration, mentorship, and strategic oversight...
3 days 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.