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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing operations across multiple plants, ensuring safety, quality, and cost-efficiency while driving continuous improvement and profitability through skilled management and col...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $134K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead maintenance operations, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Oversee skilled technicians, manage schedules, and troubleshoot issues to support manufacturing goals w...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$96K - $120K *

Champion the maintenance operations by planning, scheduling, and supervising preventative and corrective maintenance to enhance equipment uptime and ensure a safe work environment for all staff...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as a Production Supervisor, overseeing maintenance operations and ensuring compliance with Air Force standards. Lead personnel, manage programs, and enhance safety and efficiency i...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K *

Oversee daily production operations, manage workforce efficiency, and drive continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring safety compliance and meeting financial goals in a dynamic manufacturing e...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of janitorial operations by leading multi-site teams, optimizing resources, and ensuring exceptional service delivery. Drive growth and customer satisfaction while maintaining high st...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead maintenance and reliability initiatives to enhance equipment performance and minimize downtime in a regulated manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure complian...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and safety. Analyze production systems, implement improvements, and collaborate with various departments to achieve operational excellen...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Build and lead a dynamic manufacturing operation, shaping processes and developing talent to drive efficiency and growth. Influence production strategies and foster a culture of continuous improvement...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in driving profitable growth and strategic performance for product lines. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance supplier relationships, execute product strategies, and support cust...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $122K *

Champion manufacturing excellence by leading teams to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency goals. Drive continuous improvement through lean principles and foster a culture of engagement and account...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $180K *

Lead a high-performing team in advancing lithium-ion battery manufacturing processes. Oversee technical leadership, process development, and scale-up initiatives while driving innovation and quality i...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career by leading operations at a cutting-edge autoclave facility. Drive safety, efficiency, and metallurgical excellence while managing a skilled team and supporting strategic growth initia...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a power generation facility, ensuring safety, reliability, and maintenance of equipment while fostering employee development and a culture of continuous impr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by managing diverse pipeline and terminal projects. Oversee project planning, implementation, and completion while collaborating with multiple disciplin...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Empower teams to achieve operational excellence by leading the Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) strategy. Collaborate with plant leadership to drive loss elimination and foster a culture of continuo...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in food safety and quality management. Lead the Quality Systems function, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and driving continuous improvement ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $95K *

Bring your expertise to lead our 1st shift manufacturing team, ensuring quality, efficiency, and safety. Drive operational excellence while fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork in a dyna...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $125K *

Unlock potential by driving process optimization and project execution in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring safety and compliance while collaborating with diverse teams for continuous impr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead production efforts, ensuring quality and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while mentoring staff and enhancing operational processes. Make a signific...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $96K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team of production workers, ensuring timely and safe operations while driving quality and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production operations at our manufacturing facility. Oversee daily activities, drive safety and quality, and mentor teams to achieve operational excellence while fosterin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $140K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a team in filling operations, ensuring production schedules, safety, and quality standards are met while fostering a collaborative work environment...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$103K - $130K *

Drive production excellence by managing operations, ensuring quality standards, and fostering team engagement. Lead a dedicated team to optimize efficiency, minimize waste, and maintain a safe work en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $97K *

Optimize production efficiency by leading a team to meet daily goals while ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to standards. Collaborate across shifts and departments to drive continuous improveme...

1 week ago

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

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.