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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$106K - $146K *

Join a dynamic team to lead manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive performance metrics, manage staffing, and collaborate cross-functionally to meet production goals...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading safe and efficient manufacturing operations, driving continuous improvement, and fostering employee engagement to achieve production and business goals in a collaborative e...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in executing business strategies for a high-volume manufacturing plant, focusing on safety, quality, and continuous improvement while collaborating across functions to drive new produc...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $90K *

Champion a dedicated maintenance team to ensure commuter coaches and locomotives are safe, reliable, and efficient. Collaborate across departments to oversee repairs, manage schedules, and drive opera...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Empower the future of mechanical services by leading a dynamic team focused on operational excellence, customer relationships, and financial performance in manufacturing and industrial sectors. Drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing plant reliability and engineering excellence. Lead a skilled group to drive uptime, cost efficiency, and safety in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, whi...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Advance supply chain efficiency by leading material planning and logistics teams. Drive inventory management and production scheduling to meet customer demands while optimizing operational performance...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $140K *

Lead and oversee the strategic operations of facilities management, ensuring efficient maintenance and development of physical infrastructure while fostering a safe and sustainable work environment fo...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead capital projects and optimize chemical processes. Utilize your engineering expertise to enhance operational efficiency and safety while collaborating with cross-functio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower project success by overseeing electrical construction initiatives, managing schedules, budgets, and team coordination. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and adherence to...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Explore a dynamic role overseeing electrical construction projects, managing schedules, budgets, and communications. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success while maintaining high standards o...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead our environmental health and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance and promoting a culture of stewardship. Oversee safety programs, training, and regulatory interactions to enhance workplace sa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Empower logistics excellence by managing distribution processes, optimizing operations, and ensuring timely delivery. Lead teams, analyze performance metrics, and coordinate with stakeholders to enhan...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment, overseeing daily production, managing personnel, and ensuring quality standards while optimizing machine utilization and fostering...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of industrial water solutions by leading business strategies and project execution. Drive client engagement, ensure project performance, and mentor a high-performing team to meet...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing projects from concept to delivery, ensuring timely execution and collaboration across sales, engineering, and production teams. Drive revenue growth while maintaining compl...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to optimize our suppliers' manufacturing processes, ensuring high-quality cost-effective production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements, manage supply chain...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze workflows, implement Lean and Six Sigma methodolo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Drive successful production outcomes by overseeing project management, employee training, and cross-departmental coordination in the electrical power distribution field, ensuring quality and complianc...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$122K - $215K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing quality processes across multiple sites. Lead a skilled group of quality professionals to ensure compliance, drive improvements, and foster coll...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Champion safety and compliance as an Environmental Health & Safety Manager, driving continuous improvement in EHS processes and fostering a culture of safety at our facility. Collaborate on initiative...

Brantford, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Advanced Process Control applications across multiple refineries, ensuring effective implementation, troubleshooting, and training while managing diverse projects and col...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $139K *

Transform engineering operations by leading a team focused on optimizing assembly processes, reducing scrap and downtime, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall efficiency a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $230K *

Transform internal operations by leading contract management, supporting field staff, and enhancing client relations. Drive efficiency and compliance while fostering a collaborative environment within...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$136K - $187K *

Join us to lead production operations at our Winston-Salem facility, ensuring safety, quality, and delivery goals are met while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across the tea...

Reposted 1 week 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.