Quality Program Manager Jobs in Ohio
Quality Program Manager jobs in Ohio are actively in demand, with openings concentrated in advanced manufacturing, healthcare systems, and defense contracting, and opportunities at every level from early-career coordinator to senior program manager. Columbus, Cleveland, and Dayton anchor the hiring market, where established employers like Honda Manufacturing of Alabama's Marysville operations, Cleveland Clinic, and Northrop Grumman maintain lasting quality program functions. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio are ISO and AS9100 quality systems management, supplier quality assurance, and process improvement within regulated manufacturing environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. On our team, you will provide stellar care at one of the top healthcare organizations in the nation.
As a Nursing Quality and Professional Practice Program Manager, you will lead local nursing quality initiatives in collaboration with the enterprise nursing quality team and serve as the site facilitator for nursing-sensitive quality data reporting to the National Database of Nursing Quality Indicators (NDNQI). You will facilitate performance improvement activities related to quality metrics, patient safety, and practice compliance while managing the Magnet Recognition Program or Pathway Recognition Program in accordance with American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) standards. This role works closely with nursing leadership to support compliance with standards, coordinates all phases of the Magnet/Pathways process, facilitates Magnet Steering Committees and Ambassador Programs, and serves as a mentor and coach to nurses at all levels.
A caregiver in this role works days from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
- Monitor and analyze quality outcomes, including nursing-sensitive quality data.
- Manage all aspects of the collection, administration, benchmarking, and dissemination of the NDNQI database and nursing-sensitive indicators.
- Develop and assure process to monitor performance and identify where intervention is needed.
- Collaborate with nursing and organizational leadership to develop key annual performance indicators and to drive local improvements to meet the goals.
- Provide written and verbal data reviews to nursing and other leaders, including executive leadership.
- Partner with other departments to support and implement best practices.
- Collaborate with safety, quality, and patient experience professionals and nursing leadership to implement actionable items related to quality performance and compliance to standards of care.
- Drive continuous improvement activities around quality, safety, and patient experience priorities and coordinates improvement projects.
- Manage changes to ensure the adoption and sustainment of quality improvement.
- Manage all aspects of the Magnet process from application to maintenance of
- Communicate with Magnet appraisers and reapply for Magnet designation as appropriate.
- Provide leadership and guidance to internal and external nursing colleagues regarding Magnet/Pathways gap analysis, status, goals, and programs.
- Provide the interim reporting required by ANCC between the designation processes and is a liaison for Cleveland Clinic with the ANCC national office.
- Collaborate with nursing leadership to comply with Magnet/Pathway standards.
- Facilitate Magnet/Pathway steering committee and Magnet/Pathway ambassador program.
- Manage all aspects of the Magnet/Pathway process, from application to maintenance of certification.
- Serve as a coach and mentor.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Quality or nursing leadership certification within two years
- Registered Nurse (RN) with license in the current state of employment
- Five years of clinical nursing experience
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Nursing leadership experience
- Experience with project management or performance management activities
Physical Requirements:
- Sedentary - Manual dexterity to operate office equipment.
- Requires frequent data entry, standing, walking or sitting.
- Good visual acuity through normal or corrected vision. Normal for corrected speech and hearing.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
Pay Range
Minimum Annual Salary: $84,200.00
Maximum Annual Salary: $128,412.50
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
Join Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. On our team, you will provide stellar care at one of the top healthcare organizations in the nation.
As a Nursing Quality and Professional Practice Program Manager, you will lead local nursing quality initiatives in collaboration with the enterprise nursing quality team and serve as the site facilitator for nursing-sensitive quality data reporting to the National Database of Nursing Quality Indicators (NDNQI). You will facilitate performance improvement activities related to quality metrics, patient safety, and practice compliance while managing the Magnet Recognition Program or Pathway Recognition Program in accordance with American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) standards. This role works closely with nursing leadership to support compliance with standards, coordinates all phases of the Magnet/Pathways process, facilitates Magnet Steering Committees and Ambassador Programs, and serves as a mentor and coach to nurses at all levels.
A caregiver in this role works days from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
- Monitor and analyze quality outcomes, including nursing-sensitive quality data.
- Manage all aspects of the collection, administration, benchmarking, and dissemination of the NDNQI database and nursing-sensitive indicators.
- Develop and assure process to monitor performance and identify where intervention is needed.
- Collaborate with nursing and organizational leadership to develop key annual performance indicators and to drive local improvements to meet the goals.
- Provide written and verbal data reviews to nursing and other leaders, including executive leadership.
- Partner with other departments to support and implement best practices.
- Collaborate with safety, quality, and patient experience professionals and nursing leadership to implement actionable items related to quality performance and compliance to standards of care.
- Drive continuous improvement activities around quality, safety, and patient experience priorities and coordinates improvement projects.
- Manage changes to ensure the adoption and sustainment of quality improvement.
- Manage all aspects of the Magnet process from application to maintenance of
- Communicate with Magnet appraisers and reapply for Magnet designation as appropriate.
- Provide leadership and guidance to internal and external nursing colleagues regarding Magnet/Pathways gap analysis, status, goals, and programs.
- Provide the interim reporting required by ANCC between the designation processes and is a liaison for Cleveland Clinic with the ANCC national office.
- Collaborate with nursing leadership to comply with Magnet/Pathway standards.
- Facilitate Magnet/Pathway steering committee and Magnet/Pathway ambassador program.
- Manage all aspects of the Magnet/Pathway process, from application to maintenance of certification.
- Serve as a coach and mentor.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Quality or nursing leadership certification within two years
- Registered Nurse (RN) with license in the current state of employment
- Five years of clinical nursing experience
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Nursing leadership experience
- Experience with project management or performance management activities
Physical Requirements:
- Sedentary - Manual dexterity to operate office equipment.
- Requires frequent data entry, standing, walking or sitting.
- Good visual acuity through normal or corrected vision. Normal for corrected speech and hearing.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
Pay Range
Minimum Annual Salary: $84,200.00
Maximum Annual Salary: $128,412.50
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality program manager jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality management, or a related technical field
- Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer credential from ASQ preferred
- Minimum three to five years of quality program or quality engineering experience
- Demonstrated experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949 quality management systems
- Proficiency with quality tools including FMEA, control plans, and statistical process control
- Strong cross-functional communication skills for coordinating with engineering and operations teams
Quality Program Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality program manager in Ohio?
Most quality program managers in Ohio start with a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field, then build experience in quality engineering or assurance roles before moving into program management. Ohio does not require a state-issued license for this role, but employers across the state consistently favor candidates who hold American Society for Quality credentials such as the Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer. Gaining experience within Ohio's large automotive, aerospace, or healthcare sectors significantly strengthens a candidate's path into program-level roles.
Which companies hire quality program managers in Ohio?
Employers hiring quality program managers in Ohio right now include O-I (Owens-Illinois), Cleveland Clinic, and Planned Parenthood, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's density of automotive suppliers, aerospace manufacturers, and large health systems means ongoing demand for quality program leadership across multiple industries.
Which Ohio cities have the most quality program manager jobs?
Dayton, Perrysburg, and Akron have the most quality program manager openings in Ohio. Columbus draws demand from healthcare and technology employers, Cleveland is driven by large health systems and industrial manufacturers concentrated along the north coast, and Dayton's legacy in defense and aerospace contracting keeps quality program roles consistently active in that corridor.
Are there remote quality program manager jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical roles because quality program management in Ohio often requires on-site oversight of manufacturing lines, supplier audits, or regulated production environments. About 100% of quality program manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. The parts of the role most likely to be performed remotely include documentation, reporting, and systems audit coordination rather than floor-level quality inspection work.
How can I get hired as a quality program manager in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a quality technician, quality engineer, or manufacturing engineer at one of Ohio's major automotive or industrial employers, then building toward program-level responsibility. Large Ohio manufacturers like Honda's Marysville plant and Tier One automotive suppliers throughout the state regularly bring in entry-level quality engineers who grow into coordinator and program roles over time. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate credential before applying signals readiness and gives candidates without deep experience a concrete advantage in Ohio's competitive manufacturing hiring market.
Where can I find and apply to quality program manager jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to quality program manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each one.
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