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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$120K - $150K *

Lead quality assurance operations to ensure compliance with GMP and cGMP. Oversee investigations, product release, and regulatory adherence while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and acco...

Stouffville, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality assurance excellence in our Member Services operations. Oversee monitoring programs, enhance team performance, and implement best practices to elevate member satisfaction and operational...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform the quality assurance landscape by leading and enhancing the company's QA/QC program across multiple projects, ensuring flawless execution and adherence to standards throughout every phase f...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $120K *

Advance quality improvement initiatives across a clinically integrated network, leading a team to enhance clinical outcomes, patient experience, and performance in value-based care programs through da...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $110K *

Explore the dynamic field of systems and equipment validation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while leading a team to maintain quality throughout the lifecycle of computerized systems a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $148K *

Reimagine quality assurance by leading teams to enhance compliance, drive product quality, and streamline regulatory processes. Collaborate across functions to implement effective Quality Management S...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in quality assurance, ensuring compliance across pharmaceutical, medical device, and biologics manufacturing processes. Lead cross-functional teams to implement ef...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $196K *

Accelerate your career in this critical leadership role overseeing automation systems engineering for a 24/7 manufacturing operation, driving performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of au...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading quality assurance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive continuous improvement, ensure compliance with industry standards, and foster a culture of quality while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $160K *

Manage quality assurance and control in a PCB manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance with ISO standards. Lead cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, enhance product quality, a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $160K *

Drive quality excellence by leading Quality Assurance and Control in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes, ensure compliance, and foster a culture o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading health and safety initiatives across multiple sites. Drive compliance, mentor teams, and foster a culture of continuous improvement to enhance safety performance and reduce...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $156K *

Partner with us to enhance supplier quality and stabilize manufacturing processes. Leverage your engineering expertise to ensure compliance with specifications and drive corrective actions in a dynami...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and quality in GxP computer systems. Oversee validation and lifecycle management across clinical, quality, and manufacturing environments while coll...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Optimize quality management systems by ensuring compliance and enhancing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and support audits, while managing document...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Oversee the product quality strategy and enhance customer satisfaction across operations by coordinating mining, production, and quality analysis. Drive continuous improvement and optimize quality thr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join us in managing and guiding entry-level professionals across multiple functions. You'll drive quality objectives, lead improvement programs, and mentor teams to enhance our Quality Management Syst...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality management across multiple sites, driving process improvements and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to standards while foste...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive IT quality and compliance initiatives, managing audits and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Collaborate with global teams to enhance operational performance and support career develop...

Durham, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the execution and management of IT Quality and Compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while guiding team development and fostering collaboration across IT and business...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower project quality through hands-on leadership, ensuring compliance and safety. Collaborate with teams to enhance construction methods, mentor staff, and conduct audits, all while traveling exten...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Develop and implement safety programs for renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance and a safe work environment. Collaborate with teams to conduct training, audits, and incident analysis while ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $180K *

Join our team to lead Quality Assurance efforts, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while supporting clinical and manufacturing operations. Drive quality initiatives and mentor a dedicated...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Engage with stakeholders to oversee construction quality, ensuring safety and compliance on FAA airport infrastructure projects. Perform inspections, document progress, and coordinate corrective actio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $140K *

Oversee and ensure quality assurance for FAA airport construction projects, monitoring safety, progress and compliance while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver projects on time and to specific...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.