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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$119K - $221K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in manufacturing operations, overseeing safety, quality, and efficiency across multiple facilities while driving continuous improvement and employee engageme...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence and strategic direction for a biological manufacturing site, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and innovation while fostering a high-performing team and managi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $190K *

Lead transformative initiatives to enhance operational excellence, drive safety, quality, and cost efficiencies while building organizational capability and aligning plant strategy with enterprise goa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Oversee daily quarry operations while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in aggregate production and personnel management. Play a crucial role in mine planning, scheduling, and communicating wit...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $230K *

Join a team that's dedicated to operational excellence in power generation. Lead the Empire Generating Facility, ensuring safe, efficient operations while driving workforce development, compliance, an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Launch a state-of-the-art facility by leading operations, building a team, and establishing standards. Drive efficiency and safety while fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration in a dynami...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize facility operations by managing production schedules, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Lead a team to achieve production goals while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Engage in a leadership role to optimize plant operations, ensuring safety and productivity while managing resources and coordinating with various departments to meet production goals efficiently...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Optimize manufacturing operations by providing strategic leadership and driving performance across safety, quality, and productivity. Foster a culture of continuous improvement while aligning plant go...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform plant operations by leading teams to achieve efficiency, safety, and quality. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing budgets and fostering strong relationships with customer...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence at our manufacturing facility, driving strategic initiatives in safety, quality, and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $182K *

Lead operational excellence and strategic direction in a manufacturing facility, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing P&L and fostering a h...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing wire harness operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement and build a high-performing team to support growth in a digitally integrat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by leading plant management initiatives, driving performance, and fostering a motivated workforce. Oversee P&L responsibilities while implementing lean manufacturing pr...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $129K *

Drive operational excellence as a Plant Manager, overseeing production, safety, and quality in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Lead a team to enhance efficiency, foster continuous improvement, an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $115K *

Lead the manufacturing facility by managing diverse teams, ensuring accountability, and driving production efficiency. Foster a culture of excellence while overseeing compliance, inventory management...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$160K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a manufacturing facility focused on food production. Ensure safety, quality, and compliance while optimizing performance and fostering a culture of continuous i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $170K *

Lead daily plant operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while fostering a high-performing team. Drive continuous improvement and maintain production standards to meet customer demands in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $170K *

Empower plant operations by leading safety, efficiency, and quality initiatives. Drive strategic planning and daily excellence to achieve financial and productivity goals while fostering a culture of...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize site operations by leading turbine maintenance and repairs, ensuring safety and productivity while managing logistics and technician performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance effi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform plant operations by ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while driving continuous improvement. Lead a dedicated team to meet profit objectives and foster a culture of excellence in produ...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Optimize operations across multiple plants by leading teams to ensure high-quality, safe, and cost-effective production while driving continuous improvement and profitability...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead a new plant, driving operational excellence and fostering a high-performing culture. Your expertise will ensure quality production, strong customer relationships, and s...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance manufacturing excellence by leading plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and oversee new facility launches to support growth a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$189K - $210K *

Lead the charge in managing safe and efficient operations of power stations, ensuring compliance with regulations while maximizing profitability and fostering a positive work environment for all emplo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   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.