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.
$88K - $105K *
Optimize manufacturing processes and systems to enhance safety, quality, and productivity. Lead engineering initiatives, manage projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuou...
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Engineering & Maintenance Manager
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by leading engineering and maintenance strategies, driving operational excellence, and enhancing equipment reliability in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate across...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing maintenance operations, overseeing staff, and ensuring equipment reliability. Lead projects, enforce safety standards, and enhance productivity in a dynamic...
5 days ago
$92K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing production efficiency and safety in paper manufacturing. Lead operations for bleached board machines, ensuring quality and performance while fostering team d...
2 weeks ago
$108K - $144K *
Champion maintenance planning by overseeing work order processes, coordinating outages, and ensuring compliance with policies. Collaborate with teams to optimize planning, reduce inventory, and enhanc...
4 weeks ago
Project Manager - Pipeline and Facilities
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in pipeline and facilities projects. Leverage your expertise to manage complex midstream initiatives, ensuring compliance and delivering value from concept throug...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Take ownership of maintenance and reliability initiatives, driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement in manufacturing operations while leading a skilled team to enhance equipment effectivene...
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Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor
$110K - $132K *
Shape the future of electrical and instrumentation operations by leading a skilled team, ensuring safety, and optimizing maintenance processes to enhance efficiency and productivity across the facilit...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead project delivery by managing schedules, budgets, and customer relations. Ensure compliance with specifications while driving resolutions to keep projects on track. Collaborate across departments...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate project success by managing diverse portfolios, ensuring design accuracy, and coordinating production and delivery. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality and customer satisfaction while na...
3 weeks ago
$98K - $110K *
Partner with us to enhance automotive processes through innovative tooling and quality control. Leverage your expertise in metal stamping and project management to drive excellence from concept to com...
3 weeks ago
Site Manager - Simple/Combined Cycle
$110K - $130K *
Champion your career by leading site teams in power project construction and ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence. Drive project execution and efficiency from mobilization to commissioning...
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Plant Engineer (Mechanical or Chemical)
$88K - $105K *
Optimize plant operations by providing technical support for emulsion manufacturing, focusing on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and compliance while ensuring equipment reliability and operat...
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$110K - $130K *
Transform manufacturing operations by driving strategic growth and operational excellence while ensuring compliance, quality, and safety. Lead teams to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and foster a...
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Security Manager/Captain: Cheniere Corpus Christi
$90K *
Take ownership of security operations, leading a dedicated team to ensure compliance, manage daily tasks, and foster client relationships while maintaining a safe and professional environment across d...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Power Generation
$100K - $120K *
Champion the execution of power generation projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with technical and commercial standards throughout the project lifecycle, from proposal to com...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager (Utility Plant Operations & Maintenance)
$95K - $115K *
Manage the full lifecycle of O&M contracts, ensuring compliance and performance quality while coordinating with clients and subcontractors to optimize operations and maintenance activities effectively...
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$100K - $120K *
Accelerate progress at our manufacturing facility by leading the Operations team to achieve production goals safely while fostering collaboration and ensuring compliance with industry standards and pr...
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Manufacturing Manager - Printing
$100K - $135K *
Lead the charge in managing Press Department operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency for Flexo and Litho processes while driving team performance and continuous improvement to achieve org...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Champion financial analysis and operational support while managing budgets, payroll, and vendor relationships at our dynamic facility. Drive efficiency through reporting, inventory management, and str...
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$115K - $130K *
Manage a team of maintenance technicians to ensure optimal performance of manufacturing equipment. Drive preventative maintenance initiatives, troubleshoot equipment issues, and enhance operational ef...
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$100K - $110K *
Drive production excellence by supervising operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency standards are met. Lead a team with integrity, fostering employee development and maintaining operationa...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to oversee maintenance operations, ensuring optimal performance and compliance. Lead a skilled maintenance staff, manage preventative programs, and troubleshoot issu...
5 days ago
$150K - $185K *
Lead the charge in developing and managing advanced control systems, overseeing a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, reliable, and maintainable solutions for cutting-edge technology programs and e...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Shape the future of manufacturing finance by driving accuracy and accountability. Collaborate with operations to monitor costs, manage inventory, and enhance financial reporting, ensuring transparency...
3 weeks 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.