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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing materials management processes, enhancing inventory performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational excellence a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $169K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a team in a Thermomechanical Treatment Facility, ensuring safety, compliance, and continuous improvement while driving strategic initiatives and fostering a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $121K *

Empower our operations by leading the Material Processing Facility, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance. Drive continuous improvement and profitability while fostering a high-performance cultu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential as you lead operations in a dynamic pipe fabrication facility, ensuring safety, productivity, and compliance while driving process improvements and managing a diverse team to mee...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower plant operations by leading safety, quality, and productivity initiatives. Oversee team management, budget adherence, and process improvements to ensure efficient production and compliance wit...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by leading production operations, driving efficiency, and ensuring quality in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with teams to meet customer expectations while fos...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion your career by leading strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives. Drive cost reduction, supplier management, and team development in a dynamic environment while collaborating with cross...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $139K *

Empower your career by leading maintenance operations, optimizing tooling and production processes, and ensuring safety compliance. Drive continuous improvement and team development in a dynamic manuf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Manage all materials planning and supply chain activities, leading a team to ensure optimal inventory levels and supplier performance while supporting production and customer demands through data-driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the production team to ensure timely delivery of quality products. Oversee operations, manage inventory, and coordinate with departments to meet production goals while fostering a safe and effici...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading project execution while ensuring client satisfaction, profitability, and team development in a dynamic environment that fosters growth and innovation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of project management and business development by supervising and guiding department operations, ensuring quality, safety, and profitability in delivering excep...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing workforce and production plans to meet...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Engage in the design, procurement, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment, ensuring tooling excellence and efficiency. Collaborate with design teams and vendors to drive process improvement and su...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability, and fostering a culture of safety and efficiency. Lead a skilled team while driving continuous improv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Transform operational performance by leading production management, fostering continuous improvement, and developing a high-performing team to meet evolving customer needs and drive growth in a dynami...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform plant operations by leading engineering solutions that enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency. Collaborate across disciplines to implement improvements and ensure compliance with indust...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Optimize maintenance and engineering strategies to enhance asset reliability, lead teams, and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic industrial environment. Ensure efficient project execution and b...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of plant operations and supply chain management, driving efficiency and quality in a dynamic environment. Lead teams, optimize processes, and ensure seamless production flow while foste...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Champion project success by leading complex, multinational initiatives. Drive timely delivery and profitability while coordinating with diverse teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize quality operations by leading inspection and calibration programs, managing teams, and enhancing standards. Collaborate with manufacturing to drive improvements and ensure compliance while re...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in overseeing Environmental Field Operations, driving profitable growth and team success while enhancing processes and customer satisfaction in a dynamic business environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion financial excellence by partnering with plant management to oversee accounting functions, ensuring accurate reporting, budgeting, and analysis while driving operational performance and compli...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations, enhancing performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring quality, safety, and compliance in a dynamic manufacturing environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing process control systems, driving safety and operational excellence in petrochemical production. Collaborate with experts to optimize plant performance and con...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.