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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$79K - $118K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing product quality through rigorous analysis and collaboration. As a Quality Engineer II, you'll drive investigations and improvements, ensuring compliance and r...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K *

Elevate quality and safety standards by developing and managing ISO-compliant policies, leading Six Sigma initiatives, and ensuring continuous improvement across programs. Collaborate with teams to dr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$133K - $183K *

Champion the site's EHS initiatives, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety. Lead strategies to minimize risks, promote best practices, and achieve Environmental, Health, and Safety obj...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $115K *

Lead the charge in clinical nutrition management, guiding a team of dietitians to enhance patient care through innovative programs and evidence-based practices in a collaborative healthcare setting...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $125K *

Drive operational excellence by leading continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing. Focus on enhancing efficiency, quality, and safety while ensuring compliance with industry standards and fo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Elevate the quality assurance process by independently reviewing analytical and microbiological data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting batch disposition in a dynamic cGMP...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing manufacturing processes to drive efficiency and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring new electro-mechanical products to market while resolving prod...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Contribute to the quality assurance and control of large-scale data center projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational requirements while collaborating with contractors and eng...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $148K *

Contribute to quality assurance in manufacturing by driving compliance, resolving quality issues, and enhancing product performance. Partner across teams to support new product introductions and leadi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead site security operations across tier one facilities, implementing strategies and tactics to assess risks, ensure effective security coverage, and drive organizational readiness while managing glo...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion complex IT implementations and system migrations, leading cross-functional teams to drive impactful solutions. Manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communications for seamless c...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$109K - $164K *

Drive advanced digital forensics and incident response initiatives while mentoring a skilled engineering team. Leverage deep technical knowledge to enhance operational capabilities and ensure exceptio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate quality excellence by leading QA/QC initiatives across diverse projects. Oversee compliance, mentor teams, and enhance the Quality Management System to ensure superior project execution and...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring supplier quality excellence. Lead quality assurance initiatives, manage a skilled team, and collaborate across departments to uphold compliance and drive conti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$127K - $190K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.