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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$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
Pilot Plant Operations Manager
$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
$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
Construction Manager - Industrial/Manufacturing
$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
$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
$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
$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...
2 weeks ago
$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
$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
Project Manager - Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering & EPC Projects
$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
$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
$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
$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
$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
Sr. Manager, Power Plant Operations - Memphis
$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
Sr. Manager, Power Plant Operations - Memphis
$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
$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
Mechanical / Facilities Maintenance Manager
$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
$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
Project Manager- Manufacturing
$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
$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
Power Plant Maintenance Manager
$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
$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
$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
$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
What does a Plant Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Plant Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.