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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$136K - $200K *

Take ownership of daily operations across multiple functions, ensuring effective coordination of resources, workflows, and priorities. Drive safety, quality, and productivity while fostering a culture...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Champion safety and operational excellence in sand and gravel mining. Lead a dedicated team, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $140K *

Optimize production planning by leading a dynamic team to enhance scheduling efficiency, balance customer demands, and improve operational performance in a complex manufacturing environment. Drive con...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leading manufacturing operations in a dynamic environment. Focus on safety, efficiency, and quality while driving continuous improvement and fostering a high-performance culture. C...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team overseeing maintenance operations, driving reliability and efficiency. Lead a skilled workforce, manage budgets, and implement strategic initiatives to enhance plant performance an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $141K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing operations through effective management of repair and maintenance activities, ensuring minimal downtime and enhancing overall productivity...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team, ensuring technical excellence and compliance while driving innovative solutions and fostering strong relationships with clients and stakeholders...

6 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead operations to enhance safety, compliance, and continuous improvement, driving performance and quality while mentoring teams to meet production goals and support organizational objectives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $156K *

Transform production operations by leading teams, enhancing safety culture, and optimizing processes in a modern manufacturing environment. Drive performance and continuous improvement initiatives to...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to drive operational excellence in a high-production aggregate quarry. Lead safety initiatives, enhance productivity, and develop a high-performing workforce while ensuring complia...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Lead the safe and efficient operation of a Spec Gas production facility, ensuring compliance with regulations while developing a high-performance team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improv...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower operational excellence by leading production teams to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency goals. Drive strategic initiatives, foster talent development, and ensure a collaborative environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Empower a dynamic manufacturing team by fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Lead operations, drive performance metrics, and develop talent to achieve strategic g...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career by leading project management teams to enhance operational excellence. Drive continuous improvement, ensure timely delivery of products, and collaboration across various teams to maxi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to environmental excellence, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while managing environmental programs. Collaborate with operations to enhance sustainab...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$106K - $160K *

Lead day-to-day operations at our solar and BESS facility, ensuring safety, compliance, and performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive world-class QHSE culture and achieve high asset availabi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of our manufacturing facility, leading operations, strategy, and staff development to achieve organizational objectives while ensuring optimal departmental collaboration and safety stan...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead and inspire a large production team to achieve excellence in manufacturing. Ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while fostering a positive work culture. Drive continuous improvement and meet o...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $146K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production processes, ensuring safety and quality while managing a dynamic team. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and maintain operational excellence to meet prod...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion safety and efficiency in manufacturing by leading teams, optimizing processes, and driving continuous improvement to meet production goals while ensuring compliance with safety and quality st...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations while fostering a culture of safety and accountability. Drive production efficiency and quality by managing a dedicated team and collaborating across dep...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Lead daily operations in a dynamic plant environment, driving safety, quality, and efficiency while fostering team development and continuous improvement to meet production goals and exceed customer e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Empower a dedicated maintenance team to ensure optimal operations and safety at a terminal facility. Oversee maintenance programs, manage budgets, and collaborate across departments to drive continuou...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$211K - $235K *

Drive operational excellence by managing power generation facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and optimizing costs while fostering a positive work environment and employee development...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to operational excellence by driving Lean Manufacturing principles, ensuring quality compliance, and leading a culture of continual improvement in a dynamic 24/7 manufactu...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.