Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs

Manufacturing Operations Managers lead the people, processes, and systems that keep production facilities running safely, efficiently, and profitably. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more, and find positions that match your leadership experience and career goals.

What Manufacturing Operations Managers Do

These leaders oversee daily manufacturing operations, coordinate production schedules, manage teams, and track performance against safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include managing budgets, maintaining equipment and capacity, supporting supply-chain planning, and ensuring compliance with operational standards.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for experience leading manufacturing teams and improving operational performance. Relevant strengths can include lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, production planning, quality management, safety leadership, workforce development, and data-driven problem-solving. Familiarity with ERP or manufacturing execution systems can also be valuable. Requirements vary by employer, facility, and industry.

Career Opportunities in Manufacturing Operations

Manufacturing Operations Managers work across industries such as industrial products, automotive, aerospace, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods. Depending on the company, the role may lead to broader plant leadership, regional operations, or senior manufacturing positions. Explore current listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and compensation.

Find Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Browse Manufacturing Operations Manager openings to discover opportunities where you can apply your operations expertise, guide high-performing teams, and help organizations deliver better manufacturing results.

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$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead the enterprise Program Management Office, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring alignment across divisions. You'll mentor project managers, oversee governance, and enhance project...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $146K *

Shape the future of our operations by leading a dynamic team to optimize Quote-to-Cash strategies, enhance analytics, and design streamlined workflows, all while collaborating across functions to driv...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining revenue operations by leveraging data and automation to optimize processes. Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless tracking from lead capture to conversion, dr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $125K *

Champion operational excellence by managing cross-regional teams, ensuring consistent performance standards, and facilitating effective agent execution. Drive strategic initiatives and resolve conflic...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our Information Systems operations, ensuring seamless support for hardware and software. Manage a dedicated team while enhancing productivity through AI tools and maintai...

West Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$154K - $232K *

Shape the future of operations by leading enterprise-wide transformation and optimizing manufacturing networks. Drive cross-functional initiatives, establish governance, and ensure effective change ma...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$87K - $157K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing cross-functional strategies to enhance healthcare services, improve quality, and achieve organizational goals through data-driven insights and collaboration...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $180K *

Oversee and enhance cloud operations for classified environments, guiding teams and ensuring service quality. Drive improvements in technical processes while maintaining compliance and security standa...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$184K - $188K *

Join a team that's leading technical operations for classified cloud services. Provide expert guidance, oversee quality metrics, and ensure seamless service delivery while collaborating with engineeri...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $170K *

Transform procurement strategies globally by leading a dynamic team, collaborating with finance and legal, and optimizing vendor relationships to drive operational efficiency and cost savings across a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on leading AutoStore project sales, managing client relationships, and ensuring project success through robust sales processes and strategies. Drive growth...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $150K *

Engage in strategic automation initiatives to enhance manufacturing capabilities, leading complex projects from concept to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and al...

St. James, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$109K - $164K *

Transform finance operations by leading back-office processes, enhancing accuracy and compliance, and driving system improvements. Collaborate across teams to optimize financial performance and suppor...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $160K *

Drive strategic initiatives by leading complex, cross-functional projects that align stakeholders and transform business priorities into actionable plans, ensuring successful execution across Revenue...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and strategic enablement across global Inside Sales teams, enhancing commercial effectiveness and delivering exceptional client value through innovati...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $183K *

Join a team that's redefining People Operations by leading global strategies and scalable programs. Drive employee lifecycle enhancements, optimize service delivery, and foster a high-performing cultu...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $95K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by developing complex models and strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, drive impactful operational changes, and fulfill business obj...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate customer journey operations by driving scalable processes and systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer success, technical support, and partner engagement, ensuring effici...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence in Supply Chain & Procurement. Lead strategic analysis, optimize costs, and enhance decision-making to improve business performance across a dynamic glo...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$60K - $132K *

Optimize team performance by leading strategic initiatives and mentoring talent. Collaborate with leadership to enhance client production and drive continuous improvement through data-driven decisions...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $101K *

Optimize system performance by remotely monitoring automated operations, coordinating troubleshooting, and collaborating with onsite teams to enhance efficiency and reliability in material handling sy...

Wilmington, MARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $160K *

Advance the software delivery process by managing launches and releases, ensuring accuracy and efficiency through automation and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Design workflows and tools t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $132K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing employee benefits programs. You'll manage US benefits operations, enhance vendor performance, and shape global strategies, ensuring a seamless, employee-cent...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by driving analytics and operational excellence in a dynamic commercial environment. This role empowers you to enhance reporting, support strategic decisions, and collaborate cr...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $158K *

Join a team that's leading innovation in print and packaging processes. Drive complex projects, enhance workflows, and ensure top-tier color management across multiple business units while collaborati...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Manufacturing Operations Manager do?question toggle

    A Manufacturing Operations Manager oversees production activities, teams, and processes to help a facility meet its safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals. Responsibilities vary by company and may include production planning, continuous improvement, budgeting, and compliance.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Manufacturing Operations Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often seek manufacturing leadership experience, a record of improving operational results, and knowledge of production, safety, and quality practices. Some roles may require a relevant degree, industry-specific experience, or familiarity with lean methods and manufacturing systems.

  • How much do Manufacturing Operations Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by industry, location, company size, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review individual job listings for specific salary information.

  • Which industries hire Manufacturing Operations Managers?question toggle

    Hiring industries can include automotive, aerospace, industrial products, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods, among others.

  • What career paths can follow a Manufacturing Operations Manager role?question toggle

    Depending on experience and the organization, professionals may advance into plant management, multi-site or regional operations leadership, or senior manufacturing and operations roles.