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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$112K - $196K *

Champion a people-first culture while leading a talented team in proposal operations. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive strategic pursuits and create impactful proposals that set the orga...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $110K *

Transform quality management across multiple facilities by driving compliance, enhancing food safety, and leading improvement initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure product excellence a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading commercial strategies and negotiations in the utility-scale solar sector. Drive profitable growth through collaboration with cross-functional teams and build lasting cus...

Mesa, AZRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing warehouse efficiency, order fulfillment, and inventory management. Empower and develop your team while ensuring compliance with safety standards and operatio...

Oklahoma, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in transforming data into strategic insights, driving analytics initiatives and developing advanced solutions that empower decision-making across the value chain using modern BI tools...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving pipeline visibility and forecasting accuracy. Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to enhance workflows and insights, ensuring clean data and effective GTM strate...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming revenue operations by enhancing pipeline visibility and operational efficiency. Drive strategic insights, streamline processes, and partner with cross-functional teams...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead the management of pharmaceutical programs, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence. Oversee daily activities, supervise staff, and drive strategic planning while maintaining stron...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $157K *

Champion operational excellence by leading cross-functional teams to enhance business strategies and drive data-driven insights, ensuring quality and efficiency in regulated communications. Grow your...

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate operational excellence and quality management by leading process improvements, ensuring compliance, and fostering a patient-first culture. Oversee a dedicated team to enhance quality systems a...

Ontario, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead strategic sourcing and category management to enhance supplier performance, mitigate risks, and drive value across the aerospace and defense supply chain while collaborating with cross-functional...

Virginia, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Drive your career with a strategic role in Product Operations, partnering with leaders to transform complex challenges into actionable insights, while enhancing cross-functional collaboration and leve...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at a leading organization by enhancing operational knowledge management. Collaborate across teams to ensure associates have access to accurate guidance, driving operational excelle...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $180K *

Champion operational excellence by managing end-to-end supply chain processes, optimizing performance, and leading cross-functional teams to drive cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $105K *

Champion marketing operations by owning HubSpot and driving data-driven campaigns. Collaborate with leadership to enhance automation, reporting, and integrations, ensuring seamless operations and impa...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $110K *

Lead operational excellence by managing complex training programs and enhancing processes for a statewide initiative, ensuring effective communication and client engagement while fostering a high-perf...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the planning and execution of PLC updates, ensuring seamless operations across automated warehouse sites while coordinating with cross-functional partners and enhancing de...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $172K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and deployment of a global Quality Management System, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across multiple aerospace sites while fostering collaboratio...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K *

Shape the future of global telecommunications by leading strategy, architecture, and operations for voice and video infrastructure, ensuring reliable and cost-effective communication services aligned...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $166K *

Champion the future of Global Talent Acquisition by leading strategic programs, enhancing operational efficiencies, and driving impactful recruiting outcomes through collaboration and innovative proce...

Anchorage, AKRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $190K *

Drive the Integrated Operations Center, overseeing cybersecurity operations, fraud defense, and incident management. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance threat detection, operational resilience, an...

Lancaster, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by managing the ePlus program, leading teams, and implementing scalable processes to enhance customer satisfaction and performance outcomes across the organization...

Wisconsin, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operator training across multiple divisions. Lead initiatives, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement while collaborating with regional leaders t...

Portland, ORRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$101K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance retail inventory operations, driving efficiency and minimizing loss. Lead strategy and execution for in-store logistics, technology integration, and team development to...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$164K - $295K *

Optimize the delivery of advanced server rack solutions by leading cross-functional teams, managing complex hardware programs, and ensuring alignment with hyperscale data center requirements for next...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.