Senior Quality Manager Jobs

Discover Senior Quality Manager opportunities with organizations seeking experienced leaders to strengthen quality systems, improve processes, and ensure products and services meet rigorous standards. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you focus your search on senior-level roles with competitive compensation.

What Senior Quality Managers Do

Senior Quality Managers lead quality assurance and quality control programs across teams, sites, or business units. Typical responsibilities include setting quality objectives, maintaining management systems, overseeing audits and corrective actions, analyzing performance data, and partnering with operations, engineering, product, and regulatory teams. The scope of the role varies by industry and organization.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a track record in quality leadership, process improvement, risk management, and team development. Relevant experience may include managing quality systems and audits, interpreting industry or regulatory requirements, investigating root causes, and using data to guide decisions. Communication, strategic planning, and the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders are also valuable. Requirements and preferred credentials differ by employer and sector.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Senior Quality Managers work across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, technology, food production, and aerospace. Depending on the organization, roles may focus on supplier quality, product quality, compliance, operational excellence, or enterprise quality systems. Explore openings to compare responsibilities, industries, and compensation.

Find Senior Quality Manager Roles on Ladders

Browse vetted Senior Quality Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Review role requirements and responsibilities, then identify opportunities that match your leadership experience, industry background, and career goals.

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$191K - $233K *

Drive quality excellence in our Supply Chain by collaborating across teams to ensure high standards for product development and manufacturing. Champion user experience through effective quality system...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine quality leadership in aerospace repair by driving compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability and customer satisfa...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $175K *

Manage quality assurance for aerospace electronics, leading AS9100 compliance, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance product quality and customer sat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $175K *

Lead the charge in quality management for aerospace and defense electronics, driving product conformity and customer satisfaction while collaborating across teams to enhance performance and implement...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform quality management by leading a high-performing team to enhance customer satisfaction, drive continuous improvement, and mitigate risks in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate ac...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Build a robust quality network and integrate assurance practices across projects to enhance performance and foster growth, ensuring alignment with company goals and successful project outcomes...

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

$112K *

Join a team that's driving quality excellence across multiple sites. Lead strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement while managing risk and enhancing cus...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion quality excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Lead initiatives to enhance product quality, customer satisfaction, and operational performance while collaborating with cross-funct...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance automotive quality standards by leading cross-functional teams, driving continuous improvement, and resolving complex quality issues to enhance customer satisfaction and product excellence in...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K *

Elevate quality standards by leading regional performance across multiple sites. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement while managing risks and...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the quality assurance initiatives, ensuring customer requirements are met through effective internal documentation and communication across teams. Collaborate to uphold high product standards and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion a robust quality management system across global manufacturing sites. Drive operational excellence through best practices, continuous improvement, and strategic initiatives to elevate quality...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Analyze and enhance manufacturing quality through strategic initiatives, standardization, and continuous improvement processes. Lead team collaboration and ensure compliance with global quality standa...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $147K *

Shape the future of luxury audio by leading quality initiatives, ensuring products meet high standards of performance and craftsmanship. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement and up...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $121K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives by auditing computer system validations and documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards while managing con...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Champion cross-functional projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals. Drive operational improvements, manage resources, and enhance stakeholder communication for su...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate mobile quality by owning testing for React Native applications. Combine manual and automated testing to ensure seamless user experiences across iOS and Android. Collaborate with engineers to e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$83K - $155K *

Champion quality excellence in internal products and support new development. Drive audits, manage supplier quality, and improve standards to enhance reliability and performance across assigned areas...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to establish and oversee quality assurance strategies, ensuring compliance and operational excellence in production processes. Drive continuous improvement and lead initiatives to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing audit quality and compliance. Leverage your expertise to guide assurance professionals, implement quality management practices, and influence the future of ou...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$142K - $213K *

Lead the charge in quality management, ensuring customer satisfaction and continuous improvement across manufacturing processes. Drive quality excellence initiatives and manage a team of quality engin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing a robust quality control program, managing a team to enhance operational processes, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance across lending operations while leveraging autom...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Quality Manager, leading quality initiatives across multiple projects. Drive continuous improvement, mentor teams, and ensure compliance with quality standards for su...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Elevate quality standards across multiple manufacturing sites by leading a dynamic team. Drive compliance with industry regulations, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and mentor talent to en...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $150K *

Join us to lead the Quality Department, driving performance and compliance while fostering continuous improvement across engineering and operations. Collaborate with teams to enhance product quality a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Quality Manager do?question toggle

    A Senior Quality Manager leads quality programs, develops and maintains quality systems, oversees audits and corrective actions, monitors performance, and works with teams across the organization to improve processes and meet applicable standards.

  • What qualifications are common for Senior Quality Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for substantial quality or operations experience, a record of leading teams or programs, knowledge of quality systems and audits, and strengths in root-cause analysis and process improvement. Specific education, certifications, and industry experience vary by role.

  • Where do Senior Quality Managers work?question toggle

    Senior Quality Managers are employed across sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, technology, food production, and aerospace. Their focus may be product, supplier, process, compliance, or enterprise quality.

  • How much do Senior Quality Manager jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation for a specific Senior Quality Manager role depends on factors such as location, industry, scope, and experience; review each listing for its stated pay details.

  • What is the difference between a Quality Manager and a Senior Quality Manager?question toggle

    A Senior Quality Manager typically has broader responsibility, such as overseeing multiple teams, sites, or quality functions, shaping strategy, and advising senior stakeholders. The distinction varies among employers, so compare each job description for its scope.