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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$95K - $115K *

Drive quality excellence in manufacturing by ensuring compliance with standards, managing quality objectives, and fostering collaboration across teams to meet customer expectations and uphold safety r...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $117K *

Lead quality assurance efforts by supervising testing and inspection teams, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product int...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading Continuous Improvement initiatives, mentoring leaders, and driving quality excellence while fostering collaboration across teams to enhance operational efficiency and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in quality assurance and control by overseeing inspection processes, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate across functions to enhance quality s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$131K - $211K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality assurance by implementing robust systems to ensure compliance and excellence across engineering and construction projects within regulated environments...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $150K *

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$150K - $185K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$72K - $93K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Champion the full product development lifecycle of medical devices, ensuring compliance and operational excellence from concept to launch. Lead cross-functional teams, strategize priorities, and drive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of quality assurance processes in manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and certifications. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product quality and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform quality assurance at an industry-leading company! Contribute to the development and management of the Quality Management System to uphold high standards and compliance, ensuring top-quality...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K *

Empower quality and compliance initiatives by collaborating across teams to enhance manufacturing performance and product quality. Drive continuous improvement through effective oversight, innovative...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead quality management initiatives by analyzing data, supervising staff, and implementing corrective actions. Champion Lean practices and maintain ISO standards to enhance operational efficiency and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $133K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$190K - $228K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Empower enterprise technology by leading global business systems strategy and transformation initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance applications, optimize processes, and drive operational effi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring high-quality production of medical device components. This role involves optimizing manufacturing processes and leading quality initiatives in a regulated envi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.