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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$80K - $95K *

Champion quality assurance initiatives across multiple departments, ensuring compliance with established procedures. Drive process improvements and mentor teams to enhance operational efficiency and r...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a QA Manager, driving compliance and process improvement across multiple departments. Collaborate nationally to enhance quality standards, mentor staff, and lead audits, ensurin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $114K *

Join us to drive quality excellence in a new membrane manufacturing operation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust quality controls, ensuring a capable and customer-ready produ...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $114K *

Drive quality excellence in semiconductor manufacturing by enhancing process controls and quality systems. Collaborate across operations to ensure product integrity and compliance while leading invest...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $150K *

Pioneer automation initiatives by leading complex projects that modernize manufacturing capabilities, enhance equipment performance, and align engineering investments with strategic business goals acr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $150K *

Drive strategic automation initiatives to modernize manufacturing capabilities, enhance equipment performance, and support long-term growth. Lead complex projects, aligning engineering investments wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $150K *

Engage in strategic automation initiatives to enhance manufacturing capabilities, leading complex projects from concept to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and al...

St. James, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$63K - $169K *

Empower strategic growth as you lead category management initiatives, leveraging data insights to drive merchandising decisions and enhance customer experiences while fostering strong team collaborati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower the future of technology delivery in financial services by leading cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives, ensuring high-quality releases that align with business priorities a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform technology delivery in financial services by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality project execution, and aligning business strategies with technical initiatives for impactfu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $153K *

Make your mark at a leading automotive firm by directing a dynamic Quality Assurance team. Oversee product integrity, manage supplier relationships, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to uph...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Champion quality management across all operations, ensuring compliance with AS9100 standards. Lead supplier quality programs, oversee inspections, and drive continuous improvement initiatives while de...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $230K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise billing and accounts receivable. You'll build processes and systems from the ground up, ensuring timely invoicing and cash flow while collaborating with sale...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the Validation and Process Engineering teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Oversee equipment validation, project management, and cross-department collaborat...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $129K *

Transform quality assurance by leading batch disposition and compliance efforts. Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational effectiveness and ensure timely release of drug substances...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $153K *

Oversee supplier quality initiatives, driving improvements and corrective actions for external components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier performance and ensure compliance...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $90K *

Transform operational efficiency by analyzing quality processes, identifying gaps, and implementing data-driven solutions. Collaborate across departments to enhance service delivery and patient experi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead quality initiatives across North America, driving risk prevention and process discipline in product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $124K *

Engineer quality excellence in digital manufacturing! Lead investigations, implement improvements, and collaborate across teams to enhance product performance and operational standards in a fast-paced...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Innovate quality assurance processes by supporting project teams in inspections, documentation, and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure construction meets standards and advance quality...

Yesterday

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

$164K - $205K *

Champion GxP compliance through internal and external audits, vendor management, and quality agreements. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes, ensure regulatory readiness, and drive sup...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $165K *

Lead and enhance quality initiatives, ensuring compliance with standards while fostering a culture of excellence. Collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement and maintain audit readiness ac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of semiconductor manufacturing by ensuring the highest quality standards. Lead cross-functional initiatives, drive improvements, and enhance product reliability t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing a comprehensive value stream vision, driving cross-industry adoption through innovative workflows and AI-enabled experiences, while collaborating with industr...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $175K *

Join a strategic team as you oversee complex web projects, drive digital initiatives, and promote best practices, all while collaborating across functions. Make a real-world impact while shaping the f...

Seattle, WARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.