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.
$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...
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Senior Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations - 3rd Shift, Sun-Thur, 10 pm to 6:30 am
$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...
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Industrial Engineering Manager
$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...
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$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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$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...
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$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
$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
$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...
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$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...
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$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...
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$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...
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$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...
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$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...
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$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...
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$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...
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$84K - $134K *
Join a dynamic team as you oversee production operations, driving safety, quality, and efficiency. Empower and develop team members while implementing lean practices to enhance productivity and morale...
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$80K - $95K *
Partner with us to lead project management efforts, ensuring effective communication, budget oversight, and safety compliance while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams to deliver hig...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Innovate quality control processes by managing a dedicated team, ensuring product excellence and efficiency while driving digital transformation and customer satisfaction in the aggregates industry ac...
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Project Manager - Industrial Engineering
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing complex industrial engineering projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations and internal standards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while fostering strong...
1 week ago
$90K - $150K *
Drive pre-construction management and client relationships to ensure project success. Oversee budgeting, scheduling, and compliance while collaborating with superintendents to deliver high-quality res...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Electrical Design / Project Manager
$95K - $115K *
Drive electrical design and project management from concept to completion, collaborating with engineering teams and clients to ensure successful execution of major projects while adhering to industry...
4 weeks ago
Underground Fixed Plant Maintenance Superintendent
$100K - $120K *
Transform underground maintenance operations by leading a skilled team, ensuring safety and efficiency in electrical and mechanical systems while driving continuous improvement and strategic alignment...
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Sr. Project Manager - Industrial Manufacturing
$146K - $323K *
Lead the charge in managing medium to large-scale engineering projects, ensuring safety, quality, and financial success while collaborating with diverse teams to meet client needs and drive project ex...
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$95K - $115K *
Drive quality excellence in manufacturing by ensuring compliance with standards, managing quality objectives, and fostering collaboration across teams to meet customer expectations and uphold safety r...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead quality initiatives across a global manufacturing operation, shaping processes and standards. Influence product lifecycle management while developing a skilled team to ensure excellence in custom...
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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.