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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$80K - $95K *

Manage a skilled team of technicians in the assembly and integration of advanced antenna systems. Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to ensure production efficiency, safety, and high standards w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $109K *

Take ownership of production operations, leading supervisors to ensure quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness across multiple departments while fostering a motivated workforce and continuous impr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $135K *

Lead the charge in optimizing facility operations, ensuring compliance and sustainability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and drive innovation in the rail indust...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $137K *

Join a team that's dedicated to shaping sustainable communities through effective land use planning and development oversight. Lead planning initiatives, manage staff, and ensure compliance with regul...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$96K - $125K *

Oversee the product quality strategy and enhance customer satisfaction across operations by coordinating mining, production, and quality analysis. Drive continuous improvement and optimize quality thr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $181K *

Join a team that's driving capital project success through effective leadership and strategic planning. Collaborate across functions to ensure project objectives align with business goals while adheri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Optimize plant operations by managing capital projects, enhancing equipment efficiency, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Collaborate across departments to drive improvements...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Champion the packaging operation by leading teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring quality and safety standards. Drive efficiency and cost control while fostering a culture of collaboration and con...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading a Service Center, driving safety, profitability, and team engagement. Collaborate with frontline leaders to enhance operations and customer trust while ensuring compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead and develop a high-performing Materials Planning team to ensure timely material availability, optimize inventory, and drive operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Your lea...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance operational excellence by leading a dynamic team to optimize production, enhance efficiency, and ensure compliance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Drive continuous improvement initi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance equipment reliability and maintenance operations. Lead and develop maintenance personnel while driving continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing facilities...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $180K *

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver innovative aftermarket solutions, ensuring seamless project execution from order to commissioning. Drive customer success while managing multi-million dollar pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering sustainable aftermarket solutions by managing complex projects, ensuring seamless execution from order to commissioning while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the management of construction and maintenance crews in industrial settings, ensuring projects meet specifications and deadlines while adhering to safety and environmental standards. Collaborate...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $119K *

Lead our plant production team to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. Oversee operations, facilitate training, and maintain compliance with safety and environmental standards while fostering a pos...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Champion the development and management of environmental, health, and safety initiatives across multiple facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting a safe working environment throu...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Reimagine safety standards in utility operations by developing and implementing comprehensive safety programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, conduct training, and foster a proactive saf...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $130K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading maintenance operations, ensuring optimal equipment performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing maintenance operations, ensuring optimal equipment performance, and leading a skilled team to enhance production efficiency and quality in a dynamic manufacturing envir...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of procurement by managing regional governance and optimizing performance. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and drive cost efficiencies, delivering sustainable value for...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$103K - $146K *

Transform project execution by overseeing multi-million dollar mechanical construction initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and fostering strong team and client relationships throu...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $142K *

Drive successful mechanical installation projects, ensuring quality and safety while fostering strong partnerships. Oversee all construction phases to deliver impressive results and enhance community...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $126K *

Transform the future of mechanical construction by leading projects that enhance communities. Oversee all phases of installation, ensuring safety, quality, and financial success while fostering strong...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $142K *

Champion successful mechanical installation projects, overseeing all phases of construction to enhance community well-being and foster strong partnerships while achieving impressive financial outcomes...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.