Quality Control Manager Jobs in New Jersey

Quality Control Manager jobs in New Jersey are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food and beverage manufacturing, and defense contracting, and openings at every level from entry-level quality associate through senior QC manager. The heaviest hiring is in and around Newark, Princeton, and Camden, where employers like Johnson and Johnson, Merck, and Campbell Soup Company have maintained a deep and lasting presence. The most sought-after specialties are pharmaceutical quality systems, FDA regulatory compliance, and ISO 9001 quality management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles77
Top employerOsmo
Top cityBurlington, NJ
Cities hiring48
Work type88% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Assistant Manager, Quality Control
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Assistant Manager, Quality Control
The RealReal
Perth Amboy, New Jersey
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$60k.8 - $81k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Warehouse Quality Control Specialist 2- Pennsauken
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Warehouse Quality Control Specialist 2- Pennsauken
B&H Photo Video
Pennsauken, New Jersey
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$25 - $27/hr
1,001-5,000

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Warehouse Quality Control Specialist 1 - 1st Shift
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Warehouse Quality Control Specialist 1 - 1st Shift
B&H Photo Video
Burlington, New Jersey
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
1,001-5,000

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Quality Control Manager
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Quality Control Manager
NutraStar
Farmingdale, New Jersey
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
$95k - $115k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in food science

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Quality Control Inspector 1st shift
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Quality Control Inspector 1st shift
NutraStar
Farmingdale, New Jersey
Compliance & Risk
Construction Labor
Construction Management
Quality Control
$20.5 - $22.5/hr
On-Site

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Quality Control Manager Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Burlington
5 jobs
Piscataway
5 jobs
Mount Laurel
5 jobs
Elizabeth
4 jobs
Farmingdale
4 jobs
Edison
3 jobs
Somerset
3 jobs
Linden
2 jobs
Pennsauken
2 jobs

Quality Control Manager Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Osmo4 open roles
Amneal Pharmaceuticals3 open roles
EPICUR2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation & Logistics

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality control manager jobs across New Jersey.

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, engineering, chemistry, or a related technical field
  • Five or more years of quality control experience in manufacturing or regulated industries
  • Working knowledge of FDA regulations, cGMP, and ISO 9001 quality management systems
  • Demonstrated experience leading internal audits and managing corrective action processes
  • Proficiency with quality management software and statistical process control tools
  • Strong written communication skills for generating SOPs, deviation reports, and quality documentation

Quality Control Manager Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality control manager in New Jersey?

Most quality control manager roles in New Jersey require a bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as chemistry, biology, engineering, or food science, combined with progressively responsible quality experience. New Jersey does not issue a state license specific to quality control managers, but employers in the state's large pharmaceutical and medical device sectors strongly prefer candidates holding an ASQ Certified Quality Manager credential or equivalent. Building experience in a regulated manufacturing environment and working toward that certification is the most direct path.

How much do quality control managers make in New Jersey?

Quality control managers in New Jersey earn a median of about $147,260 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $91,410 for the lowest 10% to over $218,150 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire quality control managers in New Jersey?

Employers hiring quality control managers in New Jersey right now include Osmo, Amneal Pharmaceuticals, and EPICUR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New Jersey's dense concentration of pharmaceutical, biotech, and consumer goods manufacturers means hiring activity is consistent throughout the year rather than seasonal.

Which New Jersey cities have the most quality control manager jobs?

Burlington, Piscataway, and Mount Laurel have the most quality control manager openings in New Jersey. The distribution reflects the state's major industry clusters: the Newark and northern New Jersey corridor anchors pharmaceutical and logistics operations, Princeton draws biotech and specialty manufacturing, and Camden benefits from food production and defense manufacturing facilities on the southern end of the state.

Are there remote quality control manager jobs in New Jersey?

Yes, but they're rare. Quality control managers typically work on production floors, in labs, or alongside manufacturing lines, which requires a physical presence. About 13% of quality control manager openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to be in quality systems management, supplier auditing, or documentation-focused roles where direct hands-on oversight is not required daily.

How can I get hired as a quality control manager in New Jersey with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a quality control inspector, quality assurance associate, or lab technician role at one of New Jersey's large pharmaceutical or food manufacturing employers, then building toward a management title from within. Companies like those operating cGMP facilities in Parsippany, Bridgewater, and Burlington County regularly hire associates-level candidates into structured quality training programs. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential before applying gives candidates a measurable edge and signals commitment to the field.

Where can I find and apply to quality control manager jobs in New Jersey?

You can find and apply to quality control manager jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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