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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$120K - $135K *

Manage complex projects in refining, chemical, and power generation. Collaborate with top talent, oversee execution, and ensure client satisfaction while working remotely with occasional travel for si...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead and optimize the mechanical department to enhance efficiency and safety, ensuring compliance with regulations while supporting the production of newsprint through effective maintenance and team d...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Shape the future of production by owning the floor, leading a disciplined team, and enforcing high standards. Ensure safety, tracking, and efficiency while driving results through decisiveness and acc...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$71K - $130K *

Shape maintenance strategies and lead a team to enhance operational reliability and effectiveness. Collaborate with leadership to implement best practices and ensure compliance while managing budgets...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$108K - $151K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing operations by supervising production staff, ensuring safety and quality standards are met, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficie...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $186K *

Grow your career with a key role leading turnaround events, enhancing plant operations, and improving execution strategies while ensuring safety and quality standards are maintained throughout the pro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$141K - $186K *

Oversee and manage turnaround events, ensuring effective execution across scoping, budgeting, and communication. Champion safety culture while leveraging technical skills to drive operational excellen...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic team to optimize supply chain processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency across purchasing, customer service, and logistics. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing k...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $107K *

Drive operational excellence by supervising a dynamic manufacturing team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in production...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $186K *

Shape the future of our operations by leading turnaround events, managing scopes, budgets, and schedules while ensuring safety and quality standards are upheld throughout all phases of execution and c...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$141K - $186K *

Elevate operational excellence by managing turnaround events, leading diverse teams through planning, execution, and stakeholder communication to ensure safety and efficiency in industrial settings...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Optimize material flow from receiving to production, ensuring efficiency and safety. Lead continuous improvement initiatives, manage inventory, and mentor teams to enhance delivery performance and red...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform boiler and utility operations by ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. Lead a dedicated team, drive continuous improvement, and support 24/7 production in a dynamic industrial environ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$132K - $198K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee maintenance activities, ensuring asset integrity and operational excellence. Lead budget management, coach staff, and foster a culture of safety and compliance while dri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Transform the manufacturing landscape by leading teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring quality output. Collaborate across departments to meet customer demands while fostering a safe and efficient...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $97K *

Lead the charge in optimizing mechanical maintenance operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while mentoring a skilled team. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance equipment reliability...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $160K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing industrial fabrication projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while collaborating with clients and internal teams to...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of water operations by leading a dedicated team to ensure high-quality water delivery, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while fostering a culture of safety and collab...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to manage schedules, lead projects, and ensure safety in a chemical plant environment. Collaborate with maintenance personnel and drive personnel development while overseeing elect...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform day-to-day operations by leading a diverse team, optimizing production efficiency, and enhancing employee performance while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $102K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards while coordinating with multiple stakeholders and navigating com...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $135K *

Lead the safe and efficient operations of a renewable energy facility, ensuring compliance and fostering a positive culture. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to drive performance, manage budget...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $192K *

Shape your career by leading manufacturing operations in aerospace. Drive production execution, manage teams, and foster continuous improvement while ensuring safety, quality, and cost goals are met a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform operations by directing shipping, receiving, and inventory control to meet customer goals efficiently. Lead continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with safety standards whi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $140K *

Unlock potential by managing capital projects, overseeing engineering deliverables, and developing solutions to enhance manufacturing processes while ensuring quality and compliance with standards...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.