Quality Manager Jobs in Massachusetts
Quality Manager jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in life sciences and biotechnology, medical devices, aerospace and defense, and advanced manufacturing sectors at every level from quality technician to senior quality director. Boston, Marlborough, and Lowell are the largest hiring metros, anchored by major employers such as Raytheon Technologies, Boston Scientific, and Biogen, all of which maintain significant quality operations across the state. The most sought-after specialties include FDA-regulated manufacturing quality, ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 compliance management, and supplier quality engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About the Role
Premier Global Links LLC is seeking an experienced Operations Quality Manager to lead manufacturing quality operations for a company in Littleton, Massachusetts.
This role is responsible for day-to-day manufacturing quality, quality engineering, inspection activities, quality systems, corrective actions, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will lead Quality Engineers and QC operations while partnering closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead manufacturing quality activities across production operations.
- Oversee in-process inspection, final inspection, product acceptance, and release activities.
- Manage Quality Engineers, the QC Supervisor, and manufacturing inspection functions.
- Own the NCR/MRB process, including investigation, disposition, trending, and timely closure.
- Lead CAPA and corrective action activities using data analysis and root cause investigation.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, yield, efficiency, and risk reduction.
- Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies as appropriate.
- Support new product introductions, equipment installations, and manufacturing process changes through quality planning and risk assessment.
- Ensure compliance with FDA QMSR, ISO 13485, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Support internal and external audits, including FDA and notified body inspections.
- Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
- Support supplier quality activities related to manufacturing and incoming material performance.
- Provide leadership with data-driven reports on quality performance, risks, trends, and improvement initiatives.
- Coach and develop the manufacturing Quality team and promote a strong quality culture.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, including Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent education and experience.
- 8+ years of progressive Quality experience in medical device, aerospace, defense, or IVD manufacturing.
- Prior medical device manufacturing experience is required.
- 3+ years of experience managing Quality Engineers and/or QC teams.
- Experience leading Manufacturing Quality activities, NCR/MRB processes, and shop-floor quality execution.
- Strong knowledge of ISO 13485 and risk-based quality principles.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across manufacturing and technical functions.
- Willingness and ability to travel approximately 5–10% to support vendors, customer sites, troubleshooting, and system testing.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- 10% annual target bonus
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings with company match
- Life insurance
- Comprehensive paid leave
- Flexible working environment
Premier Global Links LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
About the Role
Premier Global Links LLC is seeking an experienced Operations Quality Manager to lead manufacturing quality operations for a company in Littleton, Massachusetts.
This role is responsible for day-to-day manufacturing quality, quality engineering, inspection activities, quality systems, corrective actions, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will lead Quality Engineers and QC operations while partnering closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead manufacturing quality activities across production operations.
- Oversee in-process inspection, final inspection, product acceptance, and release activities.
- Manage Quality Engineers, the QC Supervisor, and manufacturing inspection functions.
- Own the NCR/MRB process, including investigation, disposition, trending, and timely closure.
- Lead CAPA and corrective action activities using data analysis and root cause investigation.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, yield, efficiency, and risk reduction.
- Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies as appropriate.
- Support new product introductions, equipment installations, and manufacturing process changes through quality planning and risk assessment.
- Ensure compliance with FDA QMSR, ISO 13485, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Support internal and external audits, including FDA and notified body inspections.
- Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
- Support supplier quality activities related to manufacturing and incoming material performance.
- Provide leadership with data-driven reports on quality performance, risks, trends, and improvement initiatives.
- Coach and develop the manufacturing Quality team and promote a strong quality culture.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, including Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent education and experience.
- 8+ years of progressive Quality experience in medical device, aerospace, defense, or IVD manufacturing.
- Prior medical device manufacturing experience is required.
- 3+ years of experience managing Quality Engineers and/or QC teams.
- Experience leading Manufacturing Quality activities, NCR/MRB processes, and shop-floor quality execution.
- Strong knowledge of ISO 13485 and risk-based quality principles.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across manufacturing and technical functions.
- Willingness and ability to travel approximately 5–10% to support vendors, customer sites, troubleshooting, and system testing.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- 10% annual target bonus
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings with company match
- Life insurance
- Comprehensive paid leave
- Flexible working environment
Premier Global Links LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality manager jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical field required
- ASQ Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer certification strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or FDA 21 CFR quality systems
- Hands-on background leading audits, CAPA processes, and root cause analysis programs
- Proficiency with quality tools including FMEA, SPC, PPAP, and APQP methodologies
- Experience managing cross-functional teams and reporting quality metrics to leadership
Quality Manager Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality manager in Massachusetts?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical field combined with several years of quality assurance or quality control experience in Massachusetts's dominant industries. Massachusetts has no state-issued license specific to quality managers, but employers in regulated sectors strongly favor the American Society for Quality's Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer credential, which requires passing a nationally administered exam and documenting relevant professional experience.
How much do quality managers make in Massachusetts?
Quality managers in Massachusetts earn a median of about $148,050 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $99,920 for the lowest 10% to over $227,080 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire quality managers in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring quality managers in Massachusetts right now include Raytheon, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of medical device, pharmaceutical, and aerospace firms means quality roles here tend to require familiarity with FDA or FAA regulatory environments alongside standard quality management system certifications.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most quality manager jobs?
Boston, Marlborough, and Andover have the most quality manager openings in Massachusetts right now. Boston's concentration of life sciences headquarters and hospital systems drives the most volume, while Marlborough and Lowell reflect the strong medical device and advanced manufacturing corridors that run along the Route 495 and Route 2 technology belts west and northwest of the city.
Are there remote quality manager jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality manager roles are fundamentally hands-on, requiring physical presence on production floors, in laboratories, or at supplier facilities to conduct audits and oversee processes. About 46% of quality manager openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in supplier quality, quality systems documentation, and regulatory affairs functions that can be performed without daily on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a quality manager in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a quality technician, quality inspector, or manufacturing associate at one of Massachusetts's large medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturers, which routinely hire at entry level and develop talent internally. Employers such as Boston Scientific and Raytheon Technologies operate formal rotational and associate programs that move early-career candidates into quality roles. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential before applying signals commitment to the field and gives candidates a measurable edge over other applicants without direct management experience.
Where can I find and apply to quality manager jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to quality manager jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state's life sciences, medical device, aerospace, and manufacturing sectors. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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