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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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing plant reliability and safety. Lead maintenance practices, drive continuous improvement, and empower your team to achieve operational excellence in a dynamic f...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$89K - $129K *

Unlock potential by managing day-to-day maintenance operations, enhancing equipment reliability, and driving safety and compliance. Collaborate with teams to optimize productivity and implement effect...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability, and enhancing production efficiency. Oversee a skilled team, implement preventive maintenance programs, and drive...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to safety and excellence in managing quarry operations. Oversee production, employee relations, and maintenance processes to ensure optimal performance and compliance in a...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading the transformation of industrial sites into compliant manufacturing facilities. Oversee project planning, execution, and stakeholder coordination while ensuring safety, qua...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Join us in leading a dynamic manufacturing operation focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Drive production planning, employee development, and operational excellence while collabora...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead a dynamic team in a 24/5 manufacturing environment, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across production planning and executi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Champion the financial leadership of a manufacturing plant, driving strategic business partnerships, compliance, and operational excellence through effective financial management and insights...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Help us drive financial excellence and operational success in our manufacturing facility. As a strategic partner, you'll lead financial planning, compliance, and process improvements while fostering a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $125K *

Manage manufacturing operations and lead a team to optimize production efficiency, ensuring quality and timely delivery while driving continuous improvement initiatives and fostering a collaborative w...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading technology-driven manufacturing projects. Drive complex initiatives from concept to delivery, ensuring quality and profitability while collaborating with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading a maintenance team to enhance predictive maintenance and quality repairs, ensuring safety and efficiency in plant operations while collaborating with productio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing maintenance operations by developing a skilled team, driving safety and reliability, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to meet business objectives effectiv...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K *

Optimize operations by managing a waste recycling facility, focusing on safety, productivity, and compliance. Drive efficiency and foster team growth while ensuring excellence in service delivery and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $114K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing production efficiency and quality. As an Operations Supervisor, you'll lead daily activities, manage teams, and drive continuous improvement to meet safety a...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $113K *

Transform production efficiency by leading a skilled team, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring safety in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment. Collaborate across departments to meet p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading projects focused on manufacturing equipment and automation. Coordinate resources, manage timelines, and ensure successful delivery within budget while engaging stakeholders...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver on time and within budget while pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Manage and execute engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with technical, safety, and regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive engineering excellence by managing projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver on t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate project delivery by managing engineering initiatives from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Optimize engineering project execution by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards, and delivering projects on time and within budget throughout the ent...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$83K - $92K *

Drive operational excellence by managing plant activities, ensuring safety, quality, and cost efficiency. Collaborate with leadership to enhance productivity and employee engagement while maintaining...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Innovate with us to enhance plant reliability and safety through engineering leadership. Drive capital projects, support operations, and implement continuous improvements while ensuring compliance wit...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.