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 *

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...

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  •   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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in construction materials testing, driving quality and safety across diverse projects while fostering client relationships and team development in a colla...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining the medical device manufacturing landscape. You'll lead large-scale operations, manage a diverse workforce, and drive continuous improvement to meet production goals whil...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead operations in ensuring safe and efficient distribution system management. Drive team performance, budget adherence, and interdepartmental collaboration while fostering individual growt...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Optimize automated systems and controls in manufacturing, leading projects from design to production. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure successful equipment launches and continuous improvem...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a strategic leader in warehouse operations, overseeing logistics, inventory management, and demand execution across a large territory. Drive operational excellence and ensure cr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Champion efficient warehouse operations by leading strategic logistics and inventory management across a vast territory, ensuring timely material fulfillment and safety excellence to support critical...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead environmental, health, and safety initiatives to ensure compliance and promote a safe workplace. Collaborate with teams to develop policies, conduct training, and manage regulatory interactions...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Drive efficient production operations by managing quality control, scheduling, and process improvements. Lead a team to optimize resources while ensuring safety compliance and customer satisfaction th...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate production operations by managing quality control, optimizing processes, and leading a dynamic team. Ensure compliance with safety regulations while driving efficiency and fostering customer r...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead and manage industrial construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with client objectives and project goals. Drive project performance through effective budgeting, sched...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a large team to achieve production goals, ensure safety, and maintain quality standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and effective commun...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate maintenance operations by leading skilled trades teams, ensuring safe and efficient execution of maintenance tasks in a complex manufacturing environment, while driving continuous improvement...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by managing multi-site plant operations, ensuring efficient production, high-quality standards, and a safe work environment while fostering a culture of continuous improve...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Oversee daily maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability, workforce efficiency, and safety compliance. Lead a team to execute preventive measures, coordinate activities, and drive cost-eff...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform production operations by leading a team to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing processes while meeting quality and quantity objectives daily...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Maintenance Team to enhance operational efficiency. Drive improvements in equipment reliability and safety while ensuring timely project completion in a fast-p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.