Quality Manager Jobs in Illinois
Quality Manager jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, North Chicago, and Elgin and other Illinois metros, with employers like McDonald's, Kraft Heinz, and Walmart hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
Global Field and Product Quality
Job Description
Motorola Solutions (MSI) is seeking a Senior Quality Manager to support our Systems Staging and ASTRO Upgrade Operations organizations. This role is critical to ensuring the integrity, reliability, compliance, and capability of our staged system and system upgrade processes.
Scope of Role
- Strategy: Define and execute a quality strategy across the staging and upgrade lifecycle, from initial system configuration to field deployment.
- Operations: Drive systemic improvements in key performance indicators (KPIs) related to system reliability and on time delivery.
- Collaboration: Partner with Product Development (HW/SW), Manufacturing, and Customer Service to ensure end-to-end quality and seamless system transitions.
Core Responsibilities
- Process Quality: Enforcement of staging processes and verifying process capability. Ensure design excellence principles are executed to guarantee high yield and minimize field failures.
- Lifecycle Performance: Ensure downstream impact from staged system deployments and ASTRO upgrades are analyzed and translated into applicable product and process improvements.
- Compliance & Governance: Manage internal audit programs to ensure all operations adhere to the Quality Management System (QMS), ISO 9001 standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Issue Resolution: Lead root cause analysis and execute corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for quality issues identified during staging or field upgrades.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of operational excellence using data analysis and quality tools to eliminate waste and improve system capability.
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical Expertise: Strong technical background with mandatory expertise in DFMEA, DOE, and Quality Tools (e.g., Root Cause Analysis, CAPA).
- Data Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools such as EazyBI and Tableau, as well as Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
- Certifications: Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt, ASQ Certified Manager of Quality (CMQ), or ASQ Certified Quality Auditor preferred.
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to define strategic roadmaps, drive organizational change, and present complex technical strategies to leadership.
Target Base Salary Range: $90,000 - $135,000
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.
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Basic Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering
- At least 4+ years of experience in either product development or manufacturing.
Travel Requirements
Under 10%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes
Our U.S. Benefits include:
- Incentive Bonus Plans
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
- 401K with Company Match
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off Packages
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental & Family Leave
- and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.
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Quality Manager Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- McDonald's9

- Kraft Heinz6

- Walmart6

- Oldcastle Infrastructure5

- Capgemini4

Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage28
- Manufacturing28
- Construction & Real Estate14
- Technology & Software12
- Consulting & Professional Services11
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality manager jobs across Illinois.
- 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
Quality Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many quality manager jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 142+ quality manager openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, North Chicago, and Elgin. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do quality managers make in Illinois?
Quality managers in Illinois earn a median of about $127,270 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,900 for the lowest 10% to over $205,310 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most quality manager jobs?
Chicago, North Chicago, and Elgin have the most quality manager openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire quality managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring quality managers in Illinois include McDonald's, Kraft Heinz, and Walmart, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote quality manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 11% of quality manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for quality manager jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to quality manager jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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