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.
Continuous Improvement Operational Excellence Specialist
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in driving operational excellence through Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, coaching cross-functional teams to enhance performance, safety, and quality while delivering measurable result...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Support quality control testing in a GMP lab, ensuring compliance and accuracy in analytical methods. Collaborate with team members to maintain equipment, manage samples, and document results, contrib...
1 week ago
Supplier Quality Engineer II - Endoscopy SFMD
$75K - $142K *
Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and compliance in the medical device sector. Drive quality improvements, conduct audits, and support new product develop...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $159K *
Elevate your career by ensuring software quality and compliance in innovative cloud and AI/ML systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product development and uphold stringent saf...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Quality Assurance Manager (Mgr Project Management 3) - 30486
$118K - $155K *
Shape the future of quality assurance in multi-domain operations. Leverage your expertise to enhance deliverable quality, manage teams, and drive accountability in a dynamic environment focused on mis...
Reposted 2 days ago
Chief Quality Control Inspector
$95K - $115K *
Drive excellence in quality control operations, ensuring compliance and airworthiness in a dynamic MRO environment. Lead inspection processes, supervise teams, and uphold industry standards to deliver...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by serving as a key technical contact, conducting tests, and ensuring compliance with safety standards while managing multiple projects and preparing certification reports in a collab...
2 weeks ago
Senior Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector
$80K - $95K *
Drive quality assurance excellence by overseeing inspections and compliance for critical DOE missions. Leverage extensive QA/QC experience to ensure adherence to nuclear standards and foster collabora...
3 days ago
$83K - $125K *
Lead the development and implementation of quality management systems, ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, educate staff, and drive continuous improvement...
1 week ago
$180K - $220K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through strategic quality initiatives. Lead the development and implementation of quality standards, collaborating with clinical leaders to drive...
3 days ago
Executive Director, Quality Assurance
$160K - $260K *
Pioneer strategic leadership in Quality Assurance, ensuring compliance and excellence across U.S. operations. Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence while managing a high-performing t...
2 days ago
Quality Assurance Engineer (BT-26188)
$75K - $200K *
Transform quality assurance processes by ensuring compliance and excellence in spacecraft hardware. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to oversee assembly, testing, and launch operations, driving...
2 weeks ago
Senior Clinical Quality Performance Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Lead quality improvement initiatives by leveraging data analytics and collaboration to identify and resolve clinical care opportunities. Drive accreditation support and develop performance metrics to...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Corporate Regulatory
$74K - $104K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance global regulatory compliance and market access for life-saving medical products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and navigate compl...
5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform quality assurance standards through rigorous inspections and data-driven insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product compliance and elevate manufacturing excellence w...
3 weeks ago
Technical Specialist, Design Quality, Craftsmanship
$166K - $244K *
Shape design quality activities by supporting appearance approval processes, ensuring standards for customer-facing parts, and collaborating with suppliers and engineering teams for visual and dimensi...
3 weeks ago
Technical Specialist, Design Quality, Craftsmanship
$166K - $244K *
Transform quality assurance in automotive design by overseeing appearance approvals, managing part assessments, and mentoring team members while driving cross-functional collaboration to achieve excel...
3 weeks ago
$102K - $115K *
Lead the quality assurance function, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards while driving continuous improvement and team development to enhance product integrity and customer satisf...
2 weeks ago
Supervisor, Plant Quality Assurance
$75K - $105K *
Manage the plant quality function, ensuring compliance with quality assurance procedures and fostering a quality-focused culture. Oversee training, inspections, and corrective actions while maintainin...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential as a Senior Quality Manager, leading quality initiatives across multiple projects. Drive continuous improvement, mentor teams, and ensure compliance with quality standards for su...
3 weeks ago
$115K - $135K *
Shape the future of quality management by leading site initiatives, implementing robust systems, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with teams to enhance production quality a...
2 weeks ago
NPI Quality Engineer (Hardware)
$120K - $160K *
Innovate quality assurance processes for hardware development, ensuring exceptional product quality from concept to launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify risks, support validation, and dr...
1 week ago
Senior Safety and Environmental Specialist
$105K - $130K *
Drive safety and environmental excellence by integrating compliance into design, assessing risks, and developing strategies to ensure regulatory adherence throughout project lifecycles. Collaborate wi...
1 week ago
$92K - $110K *
Drive your career with a pivotal role in manufacturing quality strategy, leading cross-functional teams to enhance product integrity and operational excellence while ensuring compliance with rigorous...
1 week ago
Senior Engineer, Materials Quality Engineering
$85K - $125K *
Champion quality excellence in materials engineering by leading supplier development and performance improvement initiatives for polyurethane foams. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust qua...
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.