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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$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in verification and validation of medical devices and software. Engage in hands-on testing, requirement analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure product excellence throug...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Innovate quality assurance processes by leading a team focused on electrical products. Oversee inspections, audits, and corrective actions to ensure compliance with standards while fostering collabora...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of life sciences by providing technical leadership and coordination for complex programs. Develop playbooks, manage knowledge repositories, and ensure consistent execution across...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of health, safety, and environmental governance across North America. Lead compliance initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and foster a strong safety culture while collaborating...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust supplier quality strategy, overseeing supplier performance, risk management, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality standard...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead program launches for automotive projects from concept to production. Oversee timelines, manage resources, and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution while meeting custom...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Elevate safety standards by leading HSE initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of safety on-site. Collaborate with teams to implement effective policies and practices that mitigate...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Drive quality assurance processes for embedded software, ensuring release integrity and testing environments are robust while collaborating seamlessly across teams to deliver reliable products that me...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring system integrity through rigorous IVVQ activities. Leverage your expertise in test planning, execution, and reporting to enhance product reliability and contri...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$196K - $304K *

Drive quality and reliability initiatives for cutting-edge silicon and board-level products. Lead a dynamic team, ensuring compliance and excellence in product performance while collaborating with cus...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $160K *

Shape the future of production and material planning by leading a team to optimize inventory, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure product availability across the manufacturing network while dri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing high-stakes proposals for public agencies, guiding teams through strategy, execution, and mentorship. Elevate storytelling and design quality while ensuring cross-functiona...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Empower operational excellence as you lead aerospace manufacturing, driving safety, quality, and productivity. Collaborate across teams to meet customer demands while optimizing costs, ensuring perfor...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Advance continuous improvement initiatives by leading impactful projects, fostering a culture of excellence, and aligning department objectives with strategic goals to enhance overall plant performanc...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $185K *

Optimize supply chain coordination and data management to enhance program performance, ensuring timely material delivery and cross-functional alignment while mitigating risks and supporting new produc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $185K *

Pioneer effective supply chain management by coordinating program activities, ensuring timely material deliverables, and consolidating data for decision-making across cross-functional teams to meet pe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $93K *

Contribute to our Quality Control initiatives by managing daily activities, ensuring standards are met, and leading inspections. Your expertise will drive compliance and excellence across construction...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $93K *

Elevate quality standards by co-managing daily Quality Control operations, conducting inspections, reviewing submittals, and ensuring compliance with project requirements through effective documentati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $93K *

Optimize quality control operations by leading inspections, meetings, and compliance activities while ensuring all project standards are met and documented effectively. Drive excellence in constructio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the enhancement of finance systems in a dynamic environment, focusing on optimizing NetSuite and integrating additional solutions. This role involves strategy, system configuration, and process i...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on architecting and integrating autonomous sensing systems. Contribute to innovative solutions that enhance vehicle autonomy through collaboration an...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading quality assessments and continuous improvement in a regulated medical device manufacturing environment. Collaborate on process audits and implement initiatives to reduce de...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in driving integrated execution of Medical Affairs priorities, ensuring alignment across global and regional teams. Oversee program management, budget coordination, and strategic plann...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $200K *

Lead the execution of QC programs for complex construction projects, focusing on Civil, Structural, and Architectural scopes. Collaborate with teams and vendors to uphold quality standards, ensuring c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $200K *

Unlock quality excellence by leading QA/QC programs for complex construction projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure rigorous standards, drive continuous improvement, and maintain compliance throug...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.