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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$125K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead software project management, ensuring seamless integration and delivery of customer-focused solutions through Agile practices while collaborating across diverse technic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to lead software project management, ensuring efficient development and integration across diverse technical teams while aligning with strategic objectives and delivering customer...

Concord, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $135K *

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver software solutions, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while managing risks and complexities in a dynamic Agile environment...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Elevate manufacturing operations by leading engineering builds and initial production. Leverage your extensive experience to enhance processes, ensure quality, and drive collaboration across teams for...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Champion quality assurance initiatives for global construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards and contract requirements. Lead oversight from planning to closeout, fostering collaboration...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Deliver impactful project management by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely and budget-friendly project delivery while enhancing team capabilities and stakeholder engagement...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Manage HSQE administration and fleet support, ensuring compliance and safety through effective document control, incident tracking, and training. Collaborate across teams to enhance maritime safety an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Drive the efficiency of complex engineering projects by managing costs, schedules, and deliverables. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and enhance performance, all while com...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate project success by leading coordination and management of engineering tasks, ensuring effective resource allocation, monitoring risks, and driving project performance while guiding and ment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading quality assurance initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Oversee daily operations, training, and audits while driving continuous improvement and foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in maintenance leadership, ensuring optimal asset reliability through strategic initiatives, team management, and cross-functional collaboration for improved performance and cost-effi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $128K *

Champion product quality assurance by leading compliance initiatives, managing customer relations, and driving corrective actions to enhance manufacturing processes while ensuring industry standards a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality and integration across projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements, ensure compliance, and develop your leadership skills...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $106K *

Drive quality and integration initiatives across diverse teams, enhancing project execution and compliance. Collaborate with multiple functions to improve processes and develop future technical leader...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead project initiatives from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction while managing cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge warehouse automation solutions w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of software engineering by leading and mentoring teams, driving technical excellence, and fostering collaboration to deliver innovative solutions that meet customer needs and enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to quality assurance in commercial HVAC. You will support equipment sales, ensuring accuracy in orders and documentation while traveling up to 45% within Texas. Be a proac...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $151K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $122K *

Reimagine supplier performance management by leading quality initiatives, audits, and crisis resolution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion customer satisfaction by executing maintenance and service solutions, coordinating logistics and support activities, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence in a dyn...

Miami, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion customer service excellence by managing maintenance activities and solutions on-site. Leverage technical expertise to enhance support for diverse services, ensuring effective execution and ti...

Miami, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing processes for electronic products, managing a team of engineers to enhance quality, efficiency, and innovation while driving continuous improvement initiati...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$70K - $103K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional supply chain projects to enhance performance, reduce costs, and drive strategic growth across multiple locations through effective collaboration and stakeh...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$127K - $185K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading Ignition solutions and MES integrations. Drive operational excellence through innovative technology, collaboration, and strategic partnerships across the m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.