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 *

Lead the charge in quality initiatives for sterilization processes, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across manufacturing sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $180K *

Manage and enhance the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure product excellence, compliance with ISO 9001, and operational efficiency. Lead quality initiatives, oversee inspections, and drive cont...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $104K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure safety on large-scale NYC Metro project sites. Oversee safety practices, supervise coordinators, and drive compliance. Shape a safe work environment through training and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $214K *

Advance your career by leading large-scale Lifecycle Safety projects, ensuring service excellence and customer satisfaction. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive strategic initiatives and enhance o...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $143K *

Transform quality management practices by leading a dynamic team, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and enhancing system efficiency to drive continuous improvement across quality processes...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Lead quality control initiatives to ensure compliance with project specifications and standards. Oversee documentation and inspections, coordinate with teams, and manage corrective actions for success...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $234K *

Lead the construction quality assurance program, ensuring compliance and excellence across semiconductor projects. Collaborate with contractors and third-party inspectors to enhance quality management...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$172K - $198K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing medical device quality assurance. Lead and mentor a skilled Quality Assurance Engineering group while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and drivin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality management excellence across teams. Oversee systems, processes, and data, while mentoring a team of quality specialists to mitigate risks and enhance compliance wit...

Sherbrooke, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $95K *

Drive quality excellence in medical device development by ensuring compliance with global regulations and enhancing product safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage documentation and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Develop and execute a comprehensive V&V strategy for rail transit projects, ensuring quality assurance through method definition and oversight of testing activities. Collaborate with multi-disciplinar...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Elevate manufacturing excellence by leading technical and quality initiatives, driving process optimization, and fostering innovation across operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignm...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $189K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead design quality assurance for innovative products, ensuring compliance with global standards and regulations while managing resources and driving continuous improvement...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $189K *

Transform your career by leading design quality assurance for innovative diagnostic products. Oversee compliance, manage resources, and drive risk management while developing a high-performing team in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a leading team overseeing industrial mechanical projects across diverse states. Manage budgets, schedules, and client relationships while ensuring quality and safety on advanced...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $133K *

Lead the New Product Development (NPD) submission process, ensuring strategic alignment and risk mitigation. Collaborate with internal teams and partners to optimize regulatory submissions and respons...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $133K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of New Product Development by leading regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with internal and external teams to drive successful product l...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $276K *

Lead a dynamic team of Manufacturing Supplier Quality Engineers to enhance product quality, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with industry standards while collaborating with cross-f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $149K *

Unlock your potential as a Quality Assurance Manager, overseeing compliance and quality functions. Drive continuous improvement, manage audits, and lead a team to ensure regulatory adherence and opera...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to upholding quality standards and compliance. Lead quality assurance processes, engage in continuous improvement, and manage regulatory audits to ensure exceptional produ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in ensuring design quality and compliance for Class II/III medical devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive adherence to design controls, risk management, and SDLC bes...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Analyze and enhance the GXO Operating System by driving Lean methodologies. Collaborate with teams to implement process improvements, mentor staff, and track progress across supply chain sites, foster...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$73K - $102K *

Transform processes and lead a team to enhance quality, productivity, and safety in medical device manufacturing. Drive improvements through effective project management and compliance with regulatory...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $164K *

Drive excellence in vehicle quality by leading the Genesis Systems Quality Engineering team. Oversee engineering activities, validate product issues, and implement corrective actions to enhance custom...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance by enhancing team collaboration and operational efficiency. Mentor team members to develop their careers while ensuring compliance with standards and delivering pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.