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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$102K - $136K *

Help us drive environmental compliance and sustainability across manufacturing sites in the U.S. and Canada. Collaborate with leaders to implement programs, enhance reporting, and ensure regulatory ad...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing manufacturing projects from concept to production, ensuring seamless coordination across teams. Drive project visibility, scope control, and timely delivery while maintaini...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform electrical construction projects by managing timelines, budgets, and team dynamics. Collaborate with leadership and clients to ensure quality and safety standards are met while fostering a c...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$82K - $95K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading production teams to achieve excellence in safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a culture of accountabi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform maintenance operations by leading a skilled team, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency in a dynamic environment. Drive continuous improvement and manage budgets while collaborating ac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Engineer scalable production systems to enhance output and efficiency. Lead a team in transforming low-volume builds into repeatable processes, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness while fostering...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead production operations by overseeing paint and processing departments, ensuring quality and efficiency while driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance and reduce costs...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive efficient Warehouse Operations by managing receiving, inventory, and shipping processes. Collaborate with leadership to enhance productivity, implement Lean methodologies, and ensure safety whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Champion the management of complex nuclear decontamination projects, leading a multi-disciplinary team to ensure compliance with contract terms, optimize performance, and achieve project objectives th...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform manufacturing operations by leading strategy, enhancing productivity, and ensuring quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of sa...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $120K *

Champion an efficient plant operation through effective leadership, oversight of production, quality management, compliance, and personnel development, ensuring safety and adherence to core values for...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $114K *

Join a team that's driving manufacturing excellence through safety, quality, and innovation. Lead and empower staff while optimizing processes to deliver top-notch products and improve operational eff...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing processes and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and foster a culture of...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$115K - $150K *

Lead the Planning & Scheduling team to optimize production processes, enhance operational efficiency, and drive digital transformation initiatives using advanced analytics and SAP expertise. Foster a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career with this dynamic role overseeing manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and team leadership while driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet quality...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $239K *

Drive operational excellence as a Site Leader, overseeing all aspects of a complex facility. Lead diverse teams, manage stakeholder relationships, ensure safety compliance, and optimize logistics to a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize plant operations by leading distillation and hydrogenation projects. Collaborate with technical and operations teams to enhance efficiency, develop procedures, and ensure product quality whil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Lead financial strategy at the plant by managing accounting operations and delivering timely reporting. Collaborate with plant leadership to optimize costing and enhance profitability while ensuring c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams and optim...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing processes, enhancing quality, and developing a high-performing team to achieve operational excellence and compliance in a dynamic production environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $164K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a high-performing team to achieve safety, quality, and sustainability goals while driving continuous improvement and cost control initiatives...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$123K - $164K *

Lead a high-performing team to execute operational strategies, ensuring safety, quality, and sustainability while driving performance against key KPIs and fostering a culture of continuous improvement...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$123K - $164K *

Transform operational excellence by leading a high-performing team to achieve safety, quality, and sustainability goals while driving continuous improvement and cost control in a dynamic manufacturing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Champion progress at the forefront of engineering management, overseeing field services and resources to enhance customer satisfaction, reliability, and team development within a dynamic operational r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations for mobile and fixed equipment, ensuring safety, reliability, and cost efficiency while preparing for concentrator commissioning and sustained perf...

3 weeks 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.