Quality Systems Manager Jobs

Explore Quality Systems Manager opportunities with employers seeking experienced professionals to lead quality programs, strengthen compliance, and improve business processes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles for quality leaders across regulated and highly technical industries.

What Does a Quality Systems Manager Do?

Quality Systems Managers develop and maintain the policies, procedures, and processes that help organizations consistently meet customer expectations and applicable standards. They may oversee quality management systems (QMS), coordinate audits, monitor corrective and preventive actions, manage documentation, and partner with teams across operations, engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs.

Common Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing improvement of quality management systems.
  • Prepare for internal, customer, and third-party audits and help resolve audit findings.
  • Track nonconformances, corrective and preventive actions, and quality performance metrics.
  • Maintain controlled procedures, records, and training programs.
  • Guide teams on quality standards, regulatory requirements, and risk management.
  • Identify process improvements that reduce defects and strengthen product or service reliability.

Qualifications and Skills

Employers commonly seek a bachelor's degree in engineering, science, business, or a related field, along with substantial experience in quality assurance or quality systems. Requirements vary by industry and role. Useful strengths include knowledge of quality standards and audit practices, analytical problem-solving, clear communication, project leadership, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams. Certifications such as Certified Quality Manager or auditor credentials may be valued for some positions.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Quality Systems Managers work in fields where consistent processes, customer confidence, and compliance matter, including medical devices, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, automotive, electronics, food production, and industrial manufacturing. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on a facility, product line, business unit, or enterprise-wide quality system, with opportunities to advance into director-level quality, compliance, or operational leadership.

Find Quality Systems Manager Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Quality Systems Manager jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by industry, location, and seniority to find a role that aligns with your experience and career goals.

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$85K - $100K *

Pioneer quality excellence by developing and enhancing systems that elevate customer satisfaction, streamline processes, and ensure compliance across our manufacturing operations. Lead a dedicated tea...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $163K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic leadership in Quality Management Systems, ensuring compliance with ISO and regulatory standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality processes and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $160K *

Unlock your potential by leading the Quality Systems Team to enhance compliance and performance. Drive strategic initiatives, manage audits, and ensure product quality aligns with regulatory standards...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality management systems, ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA GMP standards. Oversee a dedicated team, manage audits, and drive strategic initiatives to uphold pr...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $102K *

Elevate your career by driving quality management systems and fostering collaboration across teams. Use your expertise in ISO standards to shape industry practices while ensuring adherence to rigorous...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that drives quality excellence by developing and maintaining robust quality systems, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the orga...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate quality management by leading the design, governance, and continuous improvement of a robust Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, driving operational excellence and fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $106K *

Champion quality and safety initiatives by leading continuous improvement efforts, collaborating with production teams, and ensuring compliance with environmental and food safety standards to enhance...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform quality assurance in food manufacturing by developing and managing comprehensive Quality Systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving continuous improvement across all...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Innovate quality management systems by leading continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational effectiveness. Collaborate across departments to drive quality outcome...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Lead the continuous improvement and daily operation of the Quality Management System, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and inspection readiness while supporting the growt...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality compliance and continuous improvement at our plasma donor center. Oversee quality systems, training programs, and audits while collaborating with management to main...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives by overseeing compliance, training, and process improvements in a regulated environment. Collaborate with leadership to enhance donor safety and product quality whi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$101K - $169K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality management systems through effective coordination of audits, corrective actions, and document control. Drive continuous improvement and ensure complia...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality excellence by leading the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance and effectiveness across processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality standards and fost...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to high-quality module delivery by managing quality systems, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective leadership and data-driven decision-making...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion a robust quality management system across global manufacturing sites. Drive operational excellence through best practices, continuous improvement, and strategic initiatives to elevate quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Analyze and enhance manufacturing quality through strategic initiatives, standardization, and continuous improvement processes. Lead team collaboration and ensure compliance with global quality standa...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality meets standards. Lead quality systems initiatives, drive compliance with ISO regulations, and implement continuous improvement strategies t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $130K *

Lead the development and management of project Quality Control systems, ensuring compliance with all regulations and standards. Foster collaboration among project teams to systematically address quali...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive excellence in Quality Systems by ensuring compliance, leading audits, and implementing process improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and maintain regulatory...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $112K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee quality systems and compliance in medical technology. Drive investigations, audits, and corrective actions while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance healthcare so...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate product quality by establishing standards, supervising teams, and ensuring compliance with testing procedures. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining documentation and achi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $129K *

Unlock potential by leading the advancement of integrated quality management systems across multiple sites. Ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and foster collaboration while overseeing c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Optimize quality management systems and drive compliance improvements at a plasma donor center by evaluating processes, implementing SOPs, and leading audits to ensure product quality, donor safety, a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Quality Systems Manager do?question toggle

    A Quality Systems Manager oversees the processes, documentation, audits, and improvement activities that help an organization meet quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Quality Systems Manager jobs?question toggle

    Many positions seek a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and significant experience in quality assurance, quality systems, or a regulated industry. Employers may also value audit expertise, standards knowledge, leadership skills, and relevant certifications.

  • Which industries hire Quality Systems Managers?question toggle

    Hiring industries include medical devices, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, automotive, electronics, food production, and manufacturing, as well as other sectors with complex quality or compliance requirements.

  • How much do Quality Systems Manager jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Actual compensation varies by employer, location, industry, responsibilities, and experience.

  • What skills are important for a Quality Systems Manager?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include quality management system expertise, audit planning, corrective and preventive action management, regulatory knowledge, data analysis, process improvement, communication, and cross-functional leadership.