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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$75K - $100K *

Manage production operations, fostering a high-performing team while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity in a dynamic 24/7 environment. Drive continuous improvement and effective collaboration...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by supervising production operations, guiding teams, and ensuring quality standards are met. Play a key role in optimizing processes, enhancing productivity, and fostering a collab...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by supervising production teams, ensuring quality and efficiency in manufacturing processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet customer demands and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee production operations, ensuring quality and efficiency. Lead supervisors, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement while meeting customer needs and maintaini...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Lead a dynamic Quality Technical Team to enhance product quality and process stability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvemen...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $90K *

Drive project success by managing precast concrete initiatives, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery. Collaborate with clients and teams across the project lifecycle, balancing office coo...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $193K *

Lead the charge in technical excellence and people development, overseeing engineering and maintenance teams to drive safety, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufactur...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Build your expertise to oversee manufacturing and distribution operations, ensuring quality production and delivery. Drive safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement while managing teams and optim...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $120K *

Optimize plant operations by leading production and maintenance teams, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while managing resources and driving continuous improvement initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Inspire operational excellence by leading utility and energy asset management. Drive safety, efficiency, and compliance while fostering a collaborative culture. Leverage your expertise to optimize pla...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations, enhancing equipment reliability, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across multiple shifts while managing a skilled team of technician...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence by leading maintenance initiatives, optimizing asset performance, and managing a skilled team to enhance production efficiency and safety standards while adhering to budge...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by leading two gas turbine power plants, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. Foster teamwork and continuous improvement while managing all aspects of plant operat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $160K *

Lead day-to-day operations in a dynamic plant environment, focusing on production, fulfillment, and team performance. Drive efficiency, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of continuous improvemen...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead operations within the plant, overseeing departments like processing and packaging. Collaborate with management and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while driving continuous imp...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production operations while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Oversee team development, manage budgets, and implement strategic initiatives to enhance manufacturi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing manufacturing operations, optimizing productivity, and enhancing team development. Collaborate across functions to ensure quality and alignment with...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic Technical Department, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations while mentoring staff and managing projects to achieve corporate sustainability goal...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a dynamic Production Manager role, leading teams in a fast-paced environment. Own execution on the floor, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while developing strong leader...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to operating large facilities safely and efficiently. Lead personnel, manage costs, and ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a culture of safety and excellen...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Empower a dynamic team in managing plant operations, enhancing safety, production efficiency, and quality. Collaborate with staff to support growth and maintain compliance in a fast-paced environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Oversee safety leadership and maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with regulations while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with te...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join us to oversee plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity while driving continuous improvement and employee engagement across manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering function...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Develop and implement maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability and minimize downtime. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, optimize processes, and ensure compliance with safety stand...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the execution of complex industrial projects, managing schedules, budgets, and stakeholder relationships to ensure timely delivery and client satisfaction in a dynamic environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.