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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$100K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by leading transportation management strategies, enhancing efficiencies, and fostering growth opportunities. Collaborate with teams to meet service standards and implement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $187K *

Elevate business-facing support for finance applications by automating manual tasks, enhancing data quality, and expanding self-service capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identif...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality processes in manufacturing. Lead initiatives to ensure product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence while driving continuous imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee quality operations, ensuring compliance and excellence in manufacturing processes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $91K *

Grow your career by leading operations in a dynamic logistics environment. Oversee daily activities, manage staff, and ensure efficiency while meeting performance and safety goals. Drive continuous im...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$180K - $207K *

Shape the future of sales technology by leading product strategy and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design a unified revenue management system that aligns...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing warehouse operations and driving success. As an Operations Manager, you'll lead a diverse team, implement best practices, and ensure compliance, all while fo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Lead end-to-end supplier operations, ensuring compliance and performance across hardware components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage forecasts, capacity, and data quality while drivi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage supplier operations, ensuring seamless execution from NPI to volume production. Collaborate across functions to enhance supplier performance and drive operational exc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $165K *

Strategize and lead the North America Service and Support organization, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction through effective policy implementation and cross-department collabor...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation in mechanical engineering by leading a dynamic team, driving project success, and ensuring high-quality design solutions for critical infrastructure in a fast-paced environment foc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $195K *

Transform your career by leading global sourcing and procurement initiatives. Drive capital equipment projects and optimize indirect spend categories in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensurin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive operational excellence across multiple manufacturing sites, fostering continuous improvement strategies and Lean practices to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and produc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Drive operational excellence by implementing a unified continuous improvement system across sites, enhancing productivity, and fostering a culture of accountability and innovation while collaborating...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Join our dynamic Revenue Operations team to own and optimize our tech stack, drive process improvements, and enhance cross-functional collaboration to fuel our go-to-market success. Be a key player in...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize labor resources and drive operational excellence in logistics by developing strategic labor plans, collaborating across teams, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance effici...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$133K - $199K *

Transform product designs into detailed manufacturing instructions, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with engineering teams, resolve production issues, and develop tooling to enhance assem...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Transform operational excellence by leading the deployment of continuous improvement initiatives, coaching teams, and driving measurable results in safety, quality, and cost across the organization...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $239K *

Join a team that's driving innovative production operations for advanced air and missile defense systems. Lead cross-functional collaboration, manage project execution, and ensure quality and efficien...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $239K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in advanced air and missile defense systems. Lead production operations, enhance manufacturing strategies, and collaborate across functions to ensure quality and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Manage a skilled team of technicians in the assembly and integration of advanced antenna systems. Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to ensure production efficiency, safety, and high standards w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower our operations by managing procurement processes for equipment and materials. Collaborate with engineering and research teams to ensure timely delivery and quality, while building strong suppl...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team to drive digital transformation in manufacturing. Oversee strategy, innovation, and customer engagement to enhance interoperability and deliver measurable...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming manufacturing processes while ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality. Collaborate across departments to drive improvements, solve technical challenges, a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$144K - $192K *

Manage end-to-end supply chain processes, integrating demand forecasts and production schedules to ensure timely delivery while balancing service, inventory, and supply risks. Lead cross-functional te...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.