Quality Assurance Manager Jobs in Missouri
Quality Assurance Manager jobs in Missouri are consistently active, with demand concentrated in manufacturing, food and beverage processing, healthcare, and aerospace and defense. Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield lead hiring, and established employers such as Boeing, Anheuser-Busch InBev, and BJC HealthCare maintain ongoing quality management needs across the state. The most in-demand specialties are process quality in production environments, regulatory compliance in medical device and pharmaceutical settings, and supplier quality across supply chain operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Stem Cell Therapy Center-
Stem Cell Therapy CenterPosition Title:
Quality Assurance Associate - Midwest Stem CellJob Family Group:
Professional StaffJob Description Summary:
The Quality Assurance Associate performs all aspects of quality assurance and regulatory work as related to the operation of the GMP facility within the Midwest Stem Cell Therapy Center at KUMC. The role follows established standards and regulatory practices to keep the facility in full compliance with the FDA and other regulatory authorities. Assists with the development, review, revision, and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), forms, and other quality system documents as needed.Job Description:
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Performs all quality assurance and regulatory responsibilities associated with the operation of the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Tissue Practice (GTP) facility within the Midwest Stem Cell Therapy Center at KUMC.
Perform all work in compliance with all established standards and regulatory practices to keep the facility in full compliance with the FDA and other regulatory authorities.
Under the direction of Associate Director, Midwest Stem Cell Therapy Center, document, develop, update, and modify the various Standard Operating Procedures and other quality system documents as often as necessary based on change in protocols.
Maintain a thorough knowledge and be well versed in all applicable FDA regulations, especially those pertaining to manufacturing and controls, (cGMPs 21 CFR 210 and 211) and tissue regulation (cGTPs 21 CFR 1271).
Responsible for QA aspects of clinical supply manufacturing, testing, packaging, storing and shipping operations.
Assists with document management and batch record review.
Perform and maintain internal audit/review systems.
Responsible for equipment and GMP environment maintenance.
Assists with documenting and investigating deviations, nonconformances, CAPAs, and other quality events.
Will maintain relevant logbooks and ongoing documentation as required by the procedures and practices within the GMP facility
Assist in training of all employees and management of training records and reports.
Conducts activities in a professional and ethical manner, and in accordance with KUMC Policies and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Performs job responsibilities in a safe and secure manner.
Coordinate work with other University areas ensure integration and support of the University mission.
Develops, maintains and expands job-specific knowledge and skills to keep pace with industry changes and supports the university's commitment to excellence and innovation.
Participates in relevant committees, task force, or other similar activities.
Maintain confidentiality of medical center, employee, and patient information. Manages sensitive data with discretion and in accordance with KUMC policies and legal requirements.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
Work Experience:
Four (4) years of experience working in a regulated laboratory or manufacturing environment, such as GMP, GTP, CLIA, CAP, FDA-regulated, or equivalent settings. Education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in biology, life science or a related field.
Work Experience:
Experience in a GMP environment for the manufacture of cellular therapy products
Experience and working knowledge of FDA regulations, especially those pertaining to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP; 21 CFR Parts 210 and 211) and current Good Tissue Practices (cGTP; 21 CFR Part 1271).
Skills
Detail oriented
Analytical thinking
Organization
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
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The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:
$24.71 - $35.82Minimum
$24.71Midpoint
$30.29Maximum
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Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage
- Transportation & Logistics
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance manager jobs across Missouri.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, life sciences, or a related technical field
- Demonstrated experience leading quality teams and managing QMS systems such as ISO 9001
- Working knowledge of regulatory standards including FDA, GMP, or AS9100 depending on industry
- Proficiency with quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, CAPA, root cause analysis, and auditing
- Experience managing supplier quality programs and conducting vendor qualification activities
- Strong cross-functional communication skills for coordinating with production, engineering, and compliance
Quality Assurance Manager Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality assurance manager in Missouri?
Most quality assurance manager roles in Missouri require a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field, along with progressive experience in quality or operations. Missouri does not issue a state license specific to this role, but certifications from the American Society for Quality, such as the Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer credential, carry significant weight with Missouri employers, particularly in manufacturing, aerospace, and healthcare sectors.
How much do quality assurance managers make in Missouri?
Quality assurance managers in Missouri earn a median of about $117,660 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $71,840 for the lowest 10% to over $183,200 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire quality assurance managers in Missouri?
Missouri quality assurance manager roles are posted by Kindeva Drug Delivery, Catalent Pharma Solutions, and Curia and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Missouri's concentration of manufacturers, food processors, and healthcare systems means quality leadership openings appear year-round across multiple sectors.
Which Missouri cities have the most quality assurance manager jobs?
Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield have the most quality assurance manager openings in Missouri. Kansas City and St. Louis drive the majority of postings given their dense manufacturing bases, large hospital systems, and corporate headquarters, while Springfield draws openings from regional distribution, healthcare, and food production employers concentrated in the southwest part of the state.
Are there remote quality assurance manager jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they're less common because quality assurance managers frequently work on production floors, conduct in-person audits, and oversee physical processes. About 7% of quality assurance manager openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with most of those positions focused on documentation, supplier auditing, compliance oversight, and quality system management rather than hands-on production work.
How can I get hired as a quality assurance manager in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is starting in a quality technician, quality inspector, or production associate role at a Missouri manufacturer or healthcare facility, then moving into a quality coordinator or quality analyst position before stepping into management. Large Missouri employers in food production and medical devices often hire into quality associate programs that rotate candidates through auditing, documentation, and compliance functions, building the hands-on foundation that quality manager roles require. Earning an entry-level ASQ certification while in those roles strengthens the case for promotion.
Where can I find and apply to quality assurance manager jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to quality assurance manager jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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