Explore Plant Manager Jobs

Plant Managers lead the people, processes, and performance of manufacturing and industrial facilities. They oversee daily operations while advancing safety, quality, productivity, and cost goals. Explore vetted Plant Manager opportunities on Ladders, featuring professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Plant Manager Do?

A Plant Manager coordinates production and facility operations from planning through delivery. Typical responsibilities include setting operational priorities, managing budgets and resources, developing supervisors and teams, and ensuring the plant meets safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The role also involves identifying process improvements and aligning site performance with broader business objectives.

Skills and Qualifications for Plant Manager Roles

Employers often seek substantial experience in manufacturing, operations, or industrial leadership. Useful qualifications include a record of improving production performance, strong people-management and communication skills, and the ability to use operational data to guide decisions. Experience with continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, quality systems, environmental health and safety, and supply chain coordination can be valuable. Requirements vary by industry and employer.

Plant Manager Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, facility size, location, experience, and scope of responsibility. Plant Manager positions on Ladders are vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Experienced leaders may progress to multi-site operations, regional leadership, vice president of operations, or other senior executive roles.

Find Your Next Plant Manager Opportunity

Use Ladders to explore Plant Manager openings and identify roles that fit your leadership experience, industry background, and career goals. Review each listing for details on responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation, then tailor your application to show how you can improve safety, quality, delivery, and operational results.

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$81K - $129K *

Partner with us to drive project excellence across the Americas by managing upgrade planning and costing, ensuring high standards in productivity, customer satisfaction, and operational metrics throug...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $140K *

Champion the future of global supply chain management by leading production planning and execution. Drive operational excellence through strategic governance, inventory management, and cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defining digital solutions for manufacturing systems, ensuring alignment with product processes and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver automati...

Lebanon, INRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Champion strategic partnerships to drive pipeline growth, manage relationships with industry executives, and enhance collaboration with sales teams. Shape a dynamic partner program that translates con...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex nuclear energy projects, ensuring effective planning, execution, and risk management. Collaborate across functions to drive project success and maintain alignment o...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$195K - $225K *

Empower innovation by leading engineering projects and optimizing food production processes. Drive compliance, enhance productivity, and support AI technologies to ensure quality and safety in a dynam...

Sussex, WIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$103K - $176K *

Innovate solutions by leading mechanical engineering projects to enhance production processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, implement, and optimize equipment and systems, ensuring safety a...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $173K *

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United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $130K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Optimize project execution for large-scale infrastructure and data center programs. Lead individual projects from kickoff to closeout, ensuring alignment with program objectives and stakeholder expect...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$71K - $113K *

Contribute to project success by managing cost and schedule for plant outages. Collaborate with project teams to analyze budgets, track progress, and ensure timely reporting, all while adhering to pro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Elevate project execution by overseeing construction from demolition to occupancy. Manage onsite activities, coordinate with teams, and ensure timely, safe project completion while fostering strong cl...

Iowa, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving Midstream Business in Measurement and Analytics. Collaborate with partners to deliver innovative solutions, consult with clients to exceed expectations, and implement st...

Texas, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $90K *

Advance your career by supporting project teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring project profitability and timelines in a dynamic construction environment. Collaborate effectively to drive project...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of construction by overseeing project execution from demolition to occupancy. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, safe, and successful project delivery while building strong clie...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $175K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $175K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative technology solutions by managing Agile projects, guiding teams through the full development lifecycle, and ensuring high client satisfaction through effective...

Mclean, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $176K *

Lead complex water resources projects, integrating technical and commercial strategies while guiding multidisciplinary teams through planning, execution, and client engagement to ensure successful del...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team, driving innovation and product development while ensuring quality and efficiency in facility design and technical support for sales initiatives...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading project procurement efforts, optimizing processes, and managing supplier relationships to enhance operational efficiency and profitability across diverse project categ...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $150K *

Manage on-site construction and installation of logistic systems, ensuring safety, quality, and timely project delivery. Lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate activities, and serve as the primary c...

Somerset, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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Norcross, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $115K *

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Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$280K - $330K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team by leading technical architecture, enhancing system reliability, and driving scalable solutions that support rapid growth in a fast-paced fintech environment. Foster...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Plant Manager do?question toggle

    A Plant Manager oversees a manufacturing or industrial facility’s daily operations, including production, staffing, budgets, safety, quality, and performance improvement.

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

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for manufacturing or operations experience, leadership skills, and a record of meeting production and quality goals. Knowledge of continuous improvement, safety, and regulatory requirements may also be valuable.

  • How much do Plant Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by industry, location, facility size, and experience. Plant Manager jobs featured on Ladders are vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

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

    Plant Managers may advance to oversee multiple facilities or move into regional operations leadership, vice president of operations, or other senior executive positions.

  • Where can I find Plant Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Plant Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.