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 - $210K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $210K *

Champion the Business Assurance strategy across North America, driving growth, financial performance, and operational excellence while leading a team to achieve strategic objectives and optimize resou...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead quality initiatives and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer satisfaction, ensure compliance, and implement robust qualit...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower manufacturing excellence by bridging operations and technology. As an IT System Engineer, you'll analyze processes, implement solutions, and enhance efficiency in a dynamic production environm...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $106K *

Lead the charge in managing client projects, ensuring timely delivery and satisfaction through effective communication, scope management, and adherence to quality standards while collaborating with cr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $175K *

Champion regulatory strategy for innovative digital health products, leading a team to ensure compliance and market readiness. Collaborate across functions to navigate complex regulations and drive su...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive excellence in quality management, ensuring optimal product assurance and compliance. This strategic role requires collaboration with leadership and extensive interaction with...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform quality assurance processes by leading initiatives that enhance product integrity and customer satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance wi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and safety in railroad operations. Leverage your expertise to maintain high standards, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and enhance safety p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence by leading continuous improvement initiatives across multiple functions. Collaborate with teams to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and foster a data-driven culture tha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $180K *

Support us in leading complex manufacturing operations, ensuring safety and quality in energetic materials production while enhancing process efficiencies and compliance standards...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead complex projects in aseptic manufacturing, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while mentoring teams and managing risks across global operations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing complex electromechanical products, managing multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software components from conc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading materials management initiatives, optimizing production scheduling, and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate across teams t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $160K *

Drive quality excellence in project execution, ensuring compliance with standards and continuous improvement through robust quality management systems and strategic risk mitigation efforts across mult...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $160K *

Champion quality management systems and processes across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with established policies for effective project execution and continuous improvement, while mentoring an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance quality management systems across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures while driving continuous improvement and mentoring staff for optima...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$138K - $170K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$131K - $207K *

Optimize quality assurance processes and lead a dedicated team of quality professionals to ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and foster collaboration across departments, while presentin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$141K - $212K *

Pioneer a culture of continuous improvement by managing and guiding the PPI Business System, implementing lean methodologies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and ef...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $162K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier quality for advanced quantum hardware programs. Drive technical leadership, risk assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating cross-func...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $129K *

Lead critical investigations and drive quality improvements in medical technology, ensuring patient safety and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and up...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$163K - $271K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.