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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$100K - $120K *

Lead the safe and efficient operations of a manufacturing facility, driving performance in safety, quality, and productivity. Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement while develo...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in pilot plant operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable processes. Build and manage a skilled team while overseeing commissioning, training, and performance management to dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate our manufacturing excellence by leading operations and a dynamic team. Drive production efficiency, enhance quality, and foster continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-functio...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Deliver exceptional construction management by overseeing capital projects, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with contractors and internal teams to drive successful project execut...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading manufacturing operations to ensure safe, efficient production while maintaining quality standards. Drive continuous improvement, manage costs, and foster a positive work en...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Deliver transformative leadership as a Production Manager, optimizing plant efficiency and safety, driving improvements across production, and fostering staff development while ensuring adherence to h...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Take ownership of capital projects, leading them from inception to completion while shaping engineering practices. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure safety, efficiency, and value creation in a...

Englehart, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $235K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic manufacturing operation, driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement while fostering a high-performance culture and collaborating across teams to achie...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading a dynamic team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Drive transformational change, develop leaders, and enhance productivity while fostering a culture o...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $140K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex industrial engineering projects, overseeing scope, schedule, and budget while fostering strong client relationships and managing multidisciplinary teams to achiev...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead day-to-day operations of a manufacturing plant, driving excellence and efficiency. Collaborate with teams, mentor staff, and implement strategies for continuous improvement while ensur...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation in automation and controls through system development, installation, and troubleshooting. Collaborate within a supportive team environment to enhance production safety and efficiency...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Optimize manufacturing processes by driving safety, efficiency, and quality improvements. Lead maintenance activities and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance plant performance and reliability wh...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $114K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production efficiency and safety in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring quality standards and financial goals are...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Lead strategic operations for a gas turbine power plant, ensuring 24/7 reliability and safety. Drive excellence in maintenance, construction, and compliance while managing cross-functional teams in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence at a gas turbine power plant, ensuring 24/7 reliability and quality of electrical power for critical data center operations while managing cross-functional te...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Oversee plant operations to ensure quality manufacturing and timely delivery. Collaborate with teams to maintain safety standards, manage inventory, and develop talent, fostering a productive and posi...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform maintenance operations by leading a skilled team to ensure optimal performance of production equipment and facilities. Drive safety, reliability, and efficiency through strategic planning an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading process improvement initiatives and managing a dedicated team to ensure high standards in production and compliance, while fostering a culture of safet...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing steel fabrication projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while collaborating with teams and clients to achieve project goals and mainta...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by managing plant maintenance and projects to maximize equipment uptime while ensuring safety and cost-effectiveness. Lead a team and drive improvements in a dynamic environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion a safe and efficient facility operation by overseeing maintenance activities, developing procedures, and leading a skilled team to optimize performance and ensure compliance with safety stand...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$127K - $191K *

Shape the future of construction materials operations by overseeing plant management, ensuring profitability, safety, and compliance while mentoring staff and driving performance to meet corporate goa...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$127K - $191K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of construction materials operations while ensuring safety, efficiency, and profitability in our processes. Lead our talented workforce and foster strong communit...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$127K - $191K *

Lead the charge in managing and optimizing construction materials operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance while driving profitability and fostering community relationships in this dyna...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

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.