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 *

Champion the Maintenance Department at our facility by leading a team, enhancing equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement in maintenance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead engineering and maintenance functions to enhance plant efficiency, ensuring safety and quality standards while managing budgets and CAPEX projects. Drive innovation and employee engagement for op...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the engineering and maintenance functions to enhance plant efficiency, ensuring safety and quality standards while managing budgets and driving innovation across operations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing project management operations, ensuring timely delivery and financial performance. Drive continuous improvement and foster strong client relationships while managing a dy...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing project management efficiency and team development. Drive accountability, innovation, and financial performance while ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction in...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, optimizing production processes, and delivering quality materials while supporting site management and fina...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Champion the operation and maintenance of a high-reliability power plant, leading a diverse team to ensure optimal performance and safety standards while supporting critical AI supercomputing faciliti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic team in the operation and maintenance of a high-reliability power plant, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards while managing multi-discipline technicians and overseeing cri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead maintenance operations in a dynamic manufacturing setting, ensuring equipment reliability, implementing preventative strategies, and managing a skilled team to drive operational excellence and co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $132K *

Lead the charge in operating and maintaining air separation plants, ensuring safety and efficiency while managing a team of technicians and overseeing maintenance projects to enhance facility reliabil...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $175K *

Lead a high-performing team in a dynamic milk production facility. Oversee operations, ensure quality standards, optimize efficiency, and foster a culture of continuous improvement while managing budg...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$113K - $170K *

Transform production efficiency by overseeing a state-of-the-art fabrication shop, ensuring safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness while leading a dedicated team to meet production goals and exceed c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by leading complex engineering projects that enhance operational efficiency and safety in manufacturing. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely and budget-friendly project exe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $116K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a dedicated team of production employees. Drive safety, quality, and productivity improvements while managing staffing and task prioritization in a dynamic m...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, troubleshoot issues, and communicate progress to clients while maintaining safety and quality s...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Engineer and manage diverse engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Oversee resource allocation, troubleshoot issues, and maintain client communication while promotin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Transform project management by overseeing engineering initiatives, ensuring timely completion within budget. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, manage resources, and communicate effective...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, troubleshoot issues, and communicate effectively with clients while maintaining safety and qual...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the Maintenance Department in a new manufacturing facility, driving equipment reliability and performance through effective management, coaching, and continuous improvement initiatives in a dynam...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead maintenance operations to enhance equipment reliability and team performance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring safety and compliance in a fast-paced manufacturing environme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Lead and optimize plant operations by ensuring efficient production, maintaining quality standards, and managing personnel. Drive compliance with safety and quality regulations while fostering a posit...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$147K - $205K *

Transform the maintenance landscape by leading a team to ensure the safe, efficient upkeep of mechanical, electrical, and I&C systems, enhancing plant reliability and compliance while driving operatio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $101K *

Manage and enhance customer service and shipping operations, driving efficiency and satisfaction. Lead teams, optimize processes, and ensure effective communication across departments to achieve organ...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $170K *

Lead the charge in precision manufacturing operations, driving daily execution, workforce performance, and continuous improvement while shaping the future of plant leadership in a dynamic aerospace en...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality, and enhancing efficiency. Lead initiatives that drive innovation and collaboration across departments whil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.