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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$144K - $211K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Industrial Controls workstreams, ensuring seamless execution of NPI programs. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative automation solutions on time and within...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$275K - $325K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex ERP implementation projects, ensuring alignment between customer needs and internal resources. Drive project success through effective communication, risk managemen...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

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United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock a culture of safety by leading regional initiatives, enhancing programs, and mentoring safety professionals. Collaborate with plant leadership to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvem...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $187K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

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United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Join our team to shape innovative industrial solutions, driving product strategy and execution. You'll lead cross-functional efforts, ensuring compliance and safety while delivering impactful products...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $125K *

Transform your career by managing QA/QC plans for construction projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while collaborating effectively with diverse teams to uphold quality standards...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $159K *

Make your mark at the forefront of innovation as a Senior Technical Project Manager, overseeing proposal development, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring successful project execu...

Delaware, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $234K *

Transform customer relationships by leading a dynamic sales team, developing strategic growth initiatives, and driving performance through collaboration with internal and external partners. Engage in...

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

$88K - $105K *

Join our team to lead and manage ultrasonic cleaning projects, ensuring safety and compliance while driving profitability. You'll be the primary contact for clients, guiding a dedicated team to achiev...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $140K *

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $170K *

Shape the future of capital projects by leading multi-discipline teams to deliver complex design packages, ensuring quality and client satisfaction across diverse sectors including healthcare and gove...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $220K *

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$73K - $98K *

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Newark, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

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Aurora, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$178K - $195K *

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Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$145K - $222K *

Deliver impactful leadership by managing multi-discipline nuclear projects, ensuring alignment across teams, and guiding successful execution from design to closeout while maintaining client relations...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Shape your career by leading projects in power system planning. Collaborate with clients to navigate regulatory challenges and enhance energy strategies, while managing teams and driving innovative so...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform maintenance and reliability performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Lead a high-performing team to enhance equipment availability, reduce downtime, and foster a culture of contin...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$188K - $205K *

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Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in operational readiness and logistics strategies to enhance production efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure seamles...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving successful ERP and CRM software implementations. Lead projects, coordinate teams, and ensure timely delivery while achieving sales and profit targets. Collaborate with stake...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.