Quality Assurance Manager Jobs

Quality Assurance Manager jobs are open across manufacturing, software, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer goods, from team lead to director level, with specializations in regulatory compliance, software testing, and process improvement. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles3,211+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerFood Lion
Top citySan Jose, CA
Work type61% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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IPS-Integrated Project Services
QA / QC Manager
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IPS-Integrated Project Services
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QA / QC Manager
IPS-Integrated Project Services
Cary, North Carolina
Business Analysis
Customer Service & Support
Product Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC
Manager, Quality Assurance
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Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC
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Manager, Quality Assurance
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC
Olathe, Kansas
Customer Service
Customer Support
$99k - $116k/yr
Six Sigma Certification
1,001-5,000

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The Home Depot
Distribution Center- Quality Assurance Supervisor
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The Home Depot
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Distribution Center- Quality Assurance Supervisor
The Home Depot
Sparrows Point, Maryland
Cloud & DevOps
Data Analytics
IT Support
Manhattan Associates
10,000+

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Hanger
Sr. Supervisor, Quality Assurance
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Hanger
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Sr. Supervisor, Quality Assurance
Hanger
Chicago, Illinois
Data Analytics
Data Science
$90k - $100k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
5,001-10,000

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Trinity Youth Services
Mental Health Quality Assurance Therapist
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Trinity Youth Services
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Mental Health Quality Assurance Therapist
Trinity Youth Services
Claremont, California
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Master of Counseling
201-500

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Quality Assurance Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Food Lion
    Food Lion148
  • Cox Automotive
    Cox Automotive35
  • United States Steel
    United States Steel29
  • Cardinal Health
    Cardinal Health22
  • Primo Brands
    Primo Brands19

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software42
  • Food & Beverage26
  • Manufacturing16
  • Healthcare & Medical Services13
  • Consulting & Professional Services13

What Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related technical field
  • Proven experience managing a quality management system such as ISO 9001
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks including FDA, GMP, or AS9100 depending on industry
  • Hands-on experience with root cause analysis tools such as 8D, FMEA, or Fishbone
  • Certification such as CQM, CQE, or Six Sigma Green or Black Belt preferred
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and conducting internal audits

Tips for Your Quality Assurance Manager Job Search

Quantify defect reduction on your resume

Hiring managers scan for measurable outcomes, not job duties. Replace phrases like 'managed QA processes' with specifics: defect rates reduced, test cycles shortened, or compliance audits passed without findings. Numbers tied to business impact get callbacks.

Match your certifications to the posting

A CQM, CQE, or ISO lead auditor certification that isn't mirrored in the job posting still belongs on your resume if it's relevant. Cross-reference what each employer emphasizes, whether Six Sigma, ISO 9001, or FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and weight your summary accordingly.

Apply early to roles that fit

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

Target postings by regulated versus unregulated industries

QA manager roles in pharma, medical devices, and aerospace require regulatory fluency that software or consumer goods roles don't. Filter your search by industry before applying so your cover letter speaks to the compliance environment the employer actually operates in.

Prepare a process audit walkthrough for interviews

Most quality assurance manager interviews include a scenario question where you walk through how you'd audit an existing process or investigate a product failure. Prepare a two to three minute structured answer using a real example from your experience, including root cause and corrective action.

Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary

Quality assurance manager titles vary widely in authority. Before accepting an offer, clarify whether you own the QMS, have stop-shipment authority, and report to operations or an independent quality function. Those structural details affect your leverage and your ability to do the job.

Quality Assurance Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most quality assurance managers?

The companies hiring the most quality assurance managers right now include Food Lion, Cox Automotive, and United States Steel, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Industries with the most sustained demand include medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and electronics manufacturing.

How many quality assurance manager jobs are remote?

About 39% of quality assurance manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is lower than many management roles because hands-on floor presence is often required. Software QA and regulatory affairs management roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while manufacturing and lab-based positions are predominantly on-site.

How do you become a quality assurance manager?

Most quality assurance managers start in individual contributor QA roles such as quality engineer, quality analyst, or QA technician, then move into team lead or supervisory positions before stepping into full management. Building expertise in a specific industry's regulatory environment, earning a relevant certification, and demonstrating measurable process improvements are the steps that most consistently lead to a manager-level role.

Can you get a quality assurance manager job with limited experience?

Getting a quality assurance manager role with limited experience is possible if you can demonstrate ownership of a quality process, even in a smaller company or on a project basis. Candidates who have led an audit, built a corrective action process, or held a team lead title in QA often move into manager roles earlier than those with more years but narrower scope of responsibility.

What does the quality assurance manager interview process look like?

The interview process for a quality assurance manager role typically involves an initial screen with HR, a technical interview with a quality director or operations leader covering your experience with quality management systems and regulatory requirements, and a final round that often includes a scenario walkthrough or case study. Some employers also ask candidates to review an existing procedure or audit finding and explain how they would respond.

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

You can find and apply to quality assurance manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your industry background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing.

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