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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$88K - $105K *

Lead a team focused on ensuring quality systems operate smoothly and efficiently. Oversee daily QA processes, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement using both traditional methods and advanced...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $138K *

Transform maintenance operations to ensure optimal equipment reliability and safety in a fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing environment while leading a skilled team and driving continuous improve...

Stouffville, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K *

Optimize maintenance and reliability operations to enhance production safety and efficiency. Lead a skilled team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with industry standards in a dynam...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$122K - $203K *

Lead a software development team to enhance system performance, manage projects, and drive functional excellence. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software prod...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$69K - $94K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing ROI operations by managing daily scheduling and ensuring compliance with regulations. Lead a group of specialists, enhance productivity, and foster a positiv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring software quality through comprehensive verification and validation. Lead the development of test strategies and drive compliance with regulatory standards whil...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $158K *

Drive software quality assurance by leading verification and validation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test strategies, ensure compliance, and enhance product quality throu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing product quality through innovative process controls and data-driven improvements. Collaborate with engineering and operations to drive continuous quality enha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance product quality through process controls, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with engineering and operations to drive defect preventio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate systems engineering practices by leading a multidisciplinary team to drive new product development and modernization initiatives, ensuring technical excellence and cross-functional collaborati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation by leading a multidisciplinary team in systems engineering, driving product development and integration while enhancing engineering practices across complex instrumentation project...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $109K *

Empower the future of Quality Management Systems by leading digital transformation and validation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and efficiency in Quality proce...

Massachusetts, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $186K *

Lead the charge in global marketing for rapid sterility solutions, managing product lifecycle and driving profitability through collaboration across R&D, operations, and sales while ensuring competiti...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $171K *

Optimize clinical engineering operations by leading a team of engineers to enhance system performance, ensure quality services, and align with strategic goals. Drive innovation and problem-solving in...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Join a team championing Quality Assurance initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering a culture of excellence. Collaborate across functions to address quality gaps, ensuring complianc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $283K *

Shape the future of automotive software validation by leading a dynamic team to ensure product quality and safety. Oversee testing strategies, manage resources, and collaborate with cross-functional t...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $185K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in space mission programs. Oversee schedules, budgets, and risk management while collaborating across functions to deliver cutting-edge capabilities and ensure st...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of supply chain management by leading standards, policies, and process improvements. Collaborate across teams to enhance data quality and operational efficiency while driving successf...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive the future of project risk management by leading a comprehensive framework and fostering robust partnerships across engineering and construction teams, ensuring effective risk identification and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in planning and executing high-volume automotive automation projects, ensuring seamless integration of advanced technologies and supplier collaboration to meet program launch timelines...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading complex automation projects from proposal to closeout, ensuring predictable outcomes across scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety while managing technical and commerci...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform quality assurance processes by leading teams to enhance product reliability and performance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with industry standards and fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $135K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by leading independent reporting, ensuring compliance, and enhancing the Quality System. Drive improvement initiatives, manage audits, and collaborate across teams...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $151K *

Shape quality excellence by leading a large-scale QA/QC program, partnering with teams to ensure compliance with standards, implementing risk management strategies, and driving continuous improvement...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$132K - $151K *

Optimize project quality management by leading the development and execution of QA/QC programs, ensuring compliance with standards and driving continuous improvement across complex construction initia...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.