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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$115K - $164K *

Pioneer plant production excellence by leading a dedicated team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive continuous improvements, ensure safety compliance, and foster strong team relations to max...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of asphalt production by overseeing operations, ensuring safety, quality control, and efficient management of resources while leading a team dedicated to excellence in materials and p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with this vital role overseeing asphalt production operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Lead a dedicated team, manage supply chains, and implement strategic initiativ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving safety and efficiency in asphalt plant operations, overseeing a dedicated team to ensure high production standards and exceptional quality control while fostering a culture...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $165K *

Grow your career with a leading firm managing large-scale chilled water systems for mission-critical facilities. Oversee project execution, financial performance, and client relations while ensuring s...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Support plant operations by enhancing equipment reliability and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to implement projects, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety an...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful projects in the electric grid sector, overseeing diverse HV, MV, LV, and underground transmission lines while managing team dynamics and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful pro...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a manufacturing team, optimizing processes, and ensuring product quality. Collaborate across departments to meet production goals while fostering a culture of c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $110K *

Drive the efficiency of warehouse operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring safety and quality standards, and optimizing inventory management to meet production and customer demands...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing day-to-day asphalt plant operations, ensuring safety, quality control, and efficient production processes while overseeing a team of supervisors and expanding your professi...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $158K *

Drive operational excellence by leading plant operations and maintenance teams, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency while enhancing reliability and performance through strategic planning and c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform supply chain operations by leading production planning, procurement, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely delivery and quality standards while driving continuous improvement i...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $309K *

Lead the charge in managing contract performance for mission-critical operations, ensuring compliance with service level indicators and overseeing resource allocation. Drive strategic initiatives and...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance by inspecting work for compliance with codes and standards. Collaborate with teams to perform audits, maintain records, and uphold safety protocols while ensuring project integ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $171K *

Champion supplier performance by monitoring delivery milestones, mitigating risks, and ensuring effective communication across teams. Drive project success through proactive problem-solving and adhere...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform project execution by managing large EPC initiatives, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction while leading diverse teams and navigating complex challenges to deliver sustainable en...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative EHS strategies and foster a culture of safety and environmental stewardship across manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance and risk management while engaging stakeholders eff...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $135K *

Shape a robust purchasing and materials planning strategy to ensure timely material availability, optimize inventory, and foster supplier relationships, all while leading a dedicated team in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $135K *

Drive excellence in purchasing and materials planning, ensuring effective resource allocation and supplier management while collaborating cross-functionally to support operational efficiency and custo...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead impactful infrastructure projects by managing resources, timelines, and budgets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success while adhering to quality standards and regulato...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$68K - $100K *

Shape the future of workplace safety by leading EH&S programs across multiple facilities. Drive compliance, foster a safety culture, and collaborate with leadership to enhance operational performance...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform product development by leading cross-functional teams to enhance the product portfolio, drive commercialization, and optimize production costs while ensuring alignment with market needs and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $115K *

Drive the maintenance department's efforts to ensure safe, efficient operations of recycling equipment and facilities, leading a team to minimize downtime and enhance engineering practices while manag...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Empower continuous improvement initiatives by leading lean workshops, driving cost savings, and fostering a culture of excellence. Collaborate across teams to achieve sustainable performance enhanceme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $126K *

Oversee and optimize MRO inventory management, ensuring effective supply chain operations. Lead a team to coordinate material movements, enhance processes, and communicate with stakeholders to meet pl...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.