Quality Manager Jobs
Quality Manager jobs are open across manufacturing, healthcare, aerospace, food production, and pharmaceuticals, from entry-level quality engineer to senior quality manager and director, with specializations in ISO compliance, supplier quality, and process improvement. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Overseeing quality functions at the site level, ensuring adherence to established quality standards, and collaborates with TCL roles to drive technical quality advancements.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Managing site quality personnel and daily quality operations
- Implementing quality control procedures and practices
- Conducting quality training and development programs
- Addressing and resolving quality issues and non-conformances
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Generally requires Bachelors degree in appropriate field with a minimum of 8 years of experience; Masters degree or higher or local equivalent may be preferred at this level
COMPETENCIES
SET: Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)
LOCATION
1701 McCarthy Road
Milpitas, California 95035
United States
Posting City: Milpitas
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Requisition ID: 154470
Workplace Type: External Careers Page: Quality
INTRODUCTION
Overseeing quality functions at the site level, ensuring adherence to established quality standards, and collaborates with TCL roles to drive technical quality advancements.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Managing site quality personnel and daily quality operations
- Implementing quality control procedures and practices
- Conducting quality training and development programs
- Addressing and resolving quality issues and non-conformances
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Generally requires Bachelors degree in appropriate field with a minimum of 8 years of experience; Masters degree or higher or local equivalent may be preferred at this level
COMPETENCIES
SET: Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)
LOCATION
1701 McCarthy Road
Milpitas, California 95035
United States
Posting City: Milpitas
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Requisition ID: 154470
Workplace Type: External Careers Page: Quality
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- McDonald's273
- CVS Health93
- Burns & McDonnell60
- Amazon48
- Walbridge45
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services493
- Food & Beverage460
- Manufacturing401
- Construction & Real Estate331
- Healthcare & Medical Services285
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related technical field
- ISO 9001 knowledge and experience leading internal or external audits
- Proficiency with quality management systems such as SAP QM, Qualio, or MasterControl
- ASQ Certified Quality Manager or Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred
- Experience with CAPA, root cause analysis, and corrective action documentation
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as FDA 21 CFR, AS9100, or IATF 16949 depending on industry
Tips for Your Quality Manager Job Search
Quantify defect reduction on your resume
Hiring managers expect numbers. Replace vague claims with specific outcomes: percentage reductions in defect rates, audit pass rates you achieved, or cost savings from corrective actions. Quality manager resumes without metrics get passed over faster than most.
List your certifications above your skills
ISO 9001 lead auditor, ASQ CQM, Six Sigma Black Belt, and similar credentials carry more weight than a skills list alone. Put them in a dedicated certifications section near the top so screeners and applicant tracking systems find them immediately.
Filter openings by industry to match your expertise
Quality management requirements differ sharply between medical device, automotive, and food manufacturing. Target openings where your industry background aligns, since employers in regulated sectors prioritize candidates who already know their specific compliance frameworks.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists quality manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare case-based answers for the interview
Interviewers for quality manager roles almost always ask for a specific example of a corrective action you led or a systemic quality problem you solved. Walk through the root cause analysis process you used, the team you coordinated, and the measurable outcome you reached.
Negotiate using total scope, not just title
When evaluating or countering an offer, ask about team size, audit responsibilities, capital budget authority, and cross-functional reporting lines. Quality manager roles vary widely in actual scope, and those details affect both compensation leverage and career trajectory.
Quality Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most quality managers?
The companies hiring the most quality managers right now include McDonald's, CVS Health, and Burns & McDonnell, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is consistently strong in manufacturing-heavy states and regions with significant healthcare and aerospace activity.
How many quality manager jobs are remote?
About 9% of quality manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than most professional roles because much of the work involves on-floor audits, supplier visits, and hands-on process oversight. Remote opportunities are most common in quality systems management, documentation, and supplier quality roles that rely heavily on digital platforms and virtual audits.
How do you become a quality manager?
Start with a technical degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a life science, then gain experience in quality assurance or quality engineering roles where you handle audits, nonconformance reporting, and corrective actions. Earning an ASQ certification and learning a quality management system platform significantly strengthens your candidacy. Most quality managers step into the role after several years in a senior individual-contributor quality position.
Can you get a quality manager job without direct management experience?
Yes, some employers hire quality managers from senior quality engineer or quality assurance specialist backgrounds, particularly in smaller organizations where the role is a first management position. Demonstrating that you have led cross-functional corrective action teams, trained technicians, or owned an audit program end-to-end can substitute for formal direct-report management experience in many hiring decisions.
What does the quality manager interview process look like?
Most quality manager interviews run two to four rounds. An initial screening call with HR is followed by a technical interview with a director of quality or operations leader, often including scenario-based questions on root cause analysis and audit findings. Final rounds typically involve a panel with cross-functional stakeholders and sometimes a presentation of a past quality improvement project or a case study the candidate prepares in advance.
Where can I find and apply to quality manager jobs?
You can find and apply to quality manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your industry background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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