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 *

Optimize material flow and inventory management to enhance operational efficiency. Lead a team in procurement, planning, and logistics while fostering supplier relationships and driving continuous imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $107K *

Champion the execution of diverse Aftermarket Mixer projects globally, ensuring timely delivery and effective coordination with multidisciplinary teams. Enhance client relations and manage risks while...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects within manufacturing operations, ensuring effective order execution and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project suc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate across departments to meet production goals and foster a cu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive organizational excellence by leading a global team of machinery engineers, enhancing machinery reliability, and fostering technical collaboration across manufacturing sites to optimize performan...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion maintenance planning excellence by leading a team to enhance work readiness, optimize resources, and ensure safe execution of maintenance activities, driving continuous improvement and long-t...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the procurement, storage, and distribution of materials to optimize manufacturing efficiency. Enhance supplier relationships and manage inventory while ensuring materials align with production de...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize plant operations by leading teams to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing resources and budgets to meet production goals and foster...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join us in overseeing the safe and efficient operations of biogas facilities. Lead teams, manage budgets, and drive performance improvements while ensuring compliance and reliability across multiple s...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance operational excellence by managing biogas facilities, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. Lead teams, optimize performance, and drive continuous improvement while coordinating with st...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Elevate operational excellence at a leading aggregate facility by driving compliance, safety, and performance. Lead a skilled team to optimize production and develop talent while managing complex oper...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Optimize operations by overseeing aggregate mining crews, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing resources effectively to enhance productivity and safety standards...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of aggregate operations by overseeing mining crews, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and optimizing resource management for efficient production...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Grow and lead HR strategies at our manufacturing facility, driving talent acquisition, employee relations, and organizational development to enhance workforce effectiveness and support business growth...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Manage diverse piping and process system projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction while coordinating with teams and stakeholders throughout the project...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Drive impactful projects by managing piping and process systems from concept to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success while maintaining customer satisfaction and overseeing all...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by leading safety, production, and quality initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, ensure compliance, and develop talent while managing daily plant oper...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $115K *

Lead the charge in driving cross-functional manufacturing projects, improving operational performance and product quality while ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution. Collaborate with various...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $130K *

Champion a culture of reliability and safety by leading maintenance operations, optimizing plant performance, and developing team capabilities in a dynamic industrial environment focused on continuous...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $112K *

Lead dynamic manufacturing operations, driving team performance and continuous improvement in an Engineering-to-Order environment while ensuring safety, quality, and customer commitments are met...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $129K *

Transform production operations by leading teams to achieve efficiency, quality, and safety. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing high-value projects, ensuring safety, quality, and cost objectives are met while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

Champion a high-performing team of controls engineers, driving innovation and operational excellence in PLC-based automation systems. Leverage technical expertise and leadership skills to manage proje...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in industrial automation. Lead and mentor a skilled group of engineers while overseeing PLC programming and project management to enhance manufacturing operations...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Lead the day-to-day project management for a cutting-edge battery manufacturing facility. Collaborate with engineering firms, contractors, and utilities to ensure seamless integration of infrastructur...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.