Assistant Quality Manager Jobs

Assistant Quality Manager jobs are open across manufacturing, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices, at levels from early-career to senior, with specializations in ISO compliance, supplier quality, and process improvement. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles177+
Top stateTexas
Top employerLockheed Martin
Top cityArlington, TX
Work type75% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Quality Laboratory Assistant
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Quality Laboratory Assistant
Sofidel America
Phoenix, Arizona
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Quality Engineering Sr Mgr - L6
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Quality Engineering Sr Mgr - L6
Lockheed Martin
Courtland, Alabama
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
$159k - $295k/yr
10,000+

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FAI Technician / Quality Inspection Assistant (Entry-Level)
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FAI Technician / Quality Inspection Assistant (Entry-Level)
United Mechanical & Metal Fabricators, Inc.
Union City, California
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
$21 - $25/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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IT Quality Senior Analyst - Assistant Vice President
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IT Quality Senior Analyst - Assistant Vice President
Citi
Irving, Texas
Business Analyst
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$96k - $145k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Food Safety & Quality Compliance Mgr
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Food Safety & Quality Compliance Mgr
City Fresh Foods
Roxbury, Massachusetts
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Project Management
$69k - $72k/yr
HACCP Certification
51-200

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Assistant Quality Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Lockheed Martin25
  • CSL Plasma6
  • Optum3
  • DPR Construction3
  • HII2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in assistant quality manager jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical field
  • Hands-on experience with ISO 9001 or industry-specific quality management standards
  • Proficiency conducting internal audits and supporting corrective and preventive action processes
  • Familiarity with statistical process control tools and quality data analysis methods
  • Experience working within an enterprise quality management system such as ETQ or MasterControl
  • ASQ certification such as CQE or CQA preferred for regulated industry roles

Tips for Your Assistant Quality Manager Job Search

Tailor your resume to audit types

Hiring managers for assistant quality manager roles want to see which audit types you've led or supported, whether internal, supplier, or regulatory. Name the specific standards you worked under, such as ISO 9001, FDA 21 CFR, or IATF 16949, not just 'quality audits.'

Certify before competing in regulated industries

In pharmaceuticals and medical devices, a CQA or CQE credential from ASQ moves your application past initial screening. If you're not yet certified, list in-progress status with your expected exam date so recruiters don't screen you out automatically.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists assistant quality manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by quality management system

Job postings for assistant quality managers often specify the QMS platform used, such as MasterControl, ETQ, or Veeva. Prioritizing roles where you already have hands-on experience in that system shortens your ramp time and strengthens your application.

Prepare a corrective action example for interviews

Almost every assistant quality manager interview includes a question about a CAPA you owned from identification through verification of effectiveness. Walk through a real example using 8D or A3 methodology, including the root cause tools you used and the measurable outcome.

Negotiate scope alongside salary

When you receive an offer, ask which quality systems and supplier relationships you'll own from day one versus which you'll shadow. Clarity on immediate responsibilities tells you whether the role is set up for your growth and gives you a stronger basis for any counter-discussion.

Assistant Quality Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most assistant quality managers?

The most active employers for assistant quality managers right now are Lockheed Martin, CSL Plasma, and Optum, and the most openings are in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturing-heavy states and metro areas with large pharmaceutical or medical device clusters consistently post the highest volume of openings.

How many assistant quality manager jobs are remote?

About 25% of assistant quality manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many professional roles because quality work often requires physical presence on the production floor or in a lab. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include quality systems administration, documentation control, and supplier qualification roles that don't require on-site audits.

How do you become an assistant quality manager?

Start by building hands-on quality experience in a technician, inspector, or quality engineer role where you work directly with audits, nonconformance reports, and corrective actions. Earning an ASQ certification such as the CQE formalizes that knowledge and signals readiness for a supervisory role. From there, take on project ownership within your current team, lead an internal audit cycle, or mentor junior staff so you can point to tangible leadership experience when you apply.

Can you get an assistant quality manager job with little experience?

Yes, some manufacturers and food production companies hire candidates with two to three years of quality technician or inspector experience into assistant quality manager roles, particularly when the candidate already knows the company's specific QMS or product line. Focusing on smaller facilities or contract manufacturers, where quality teams are lean and staff take on broad responsibility early, improves your odds of landing a first management role without an extensive prior management history.

What does the assistant quality manager interview process look like?

Most companies run two to three rounds, starting with a phone screen from HR focused on your background and the type of quality systems you've used. A technical interview with the quality manager or operations lead typically follows, where you'll walk through a real CAPA or audit you owned and may be asked to interpret a control chart or describe your root cause methodology. Final rounds often include a site visit or panel interview with cross-functional partners in production, engineering, or regulatory affairs.

Where can I find and apply to assistant quality manager jobs?

You can find and apply to assistant quality manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to each listing that fits.

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