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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$75K - $128K *

Empower efficient warehouse operations by managing daily activities, overseeing inventory, and leading a skilled team to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety regulations...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading daily functions, ensuring compliance, and driving team performance. Collaborate with management to enhance profitability and customer satisfaction while foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $146K *

Drive operational excellence by leading daily manufacturing processes, optimizing production planning, and spearheading continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic, unionized environment. Flexibil...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic turnaround initiatives, ensuring alignment with operational goals while fostering safety, reliability, and effective team collaboration to enhance performance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading project controls functions to ensure successful execution of large-scale projects. Drive strategic direction, enhance performance analysis, and foster collaboration across...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform building operations by leading a dedicated team to ensure exceptional maintenance and customer satisfaction across extensive mixed-use facilities while promoting safety and efficiency...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

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

$115K *

Join a team that's committed to operational excellence and safety. As an Assistant Plant Manager, you'll drive efficiency and support strategic initiatives while collaborating across functions to achi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$93K - $100K *

Lead plant operations to enhance safety, quality, and production efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing workforce and resources to meet business objectives and customer ex...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize financial performance across manufacturing operations, ensuring accurate reporting and cost visibility. Collaborate with leadership to drive efficiency, profitability, and informed decision-m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to operational excellence in dairy production. Lead and mentor supervisors while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Drive improvements and enhance skills in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Empower strategic growth by leading high-value capital projects in manufacturing. Oversee multi-plant initiatives, manage project teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational capaci...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic growth in manufacturing operations by overseeing high-value capital projects. Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to enhance equipment deployment while managing multip...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Transform operations by coordinating Engineering, Purchasing, Logistics, and Manufacturing to ensure timely product delivery. Collaborate on managing and optimizing departmental performance and drive...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Manage R&D projects from initiation to launch in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely product delivery while supporting strategic initiatives and enhancing o...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $121K *

Lead the charge in shaping commercial strategies and driving profitability through effective deal management, cross-functional collaboration, and innovative solutions that meet customer needs and busi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$138K - $256K *

Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver medium to large EPCM projects, ensuring safety, quality, and cost efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive innovative solutions and manage complex pro...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$73K - $108K *

Drive production excellence by leading teams to ensure safe, efficient operations. Foster a culture of continuous improvement while meeting quality and cost objectives through effective coaching and p...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$73K - $109K *

Transform production operations by leading teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and develop associates' skills to ensure optimal performance and m...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$117K - $152K *

Unlock your potential as a key Project Manager, guiding semiconductor product innovations and enhancements. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage deliverables, and ensure project success throug...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Transform chemical manufacturing operations by ensuring safety, managing teams, and driving process improvements. Collaborate across departments to enhance production efficiency and support product de...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$122K - $195K *

Lead safe operations in a continuous chemical manufacturing plant, managing a process team to achieve production goals while collaborating across departments for process development and troubleshootin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$122K - $195K *

Drive safe and efficient operations in a continuous chemical manufacturing pilot plant. Oversee a skilled team, ensure compliance, and collaborate across departments to enhance process development and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading safe operations in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment. Oversee a skilled team, drive process improvements, and collaborate across departments to ensure effic...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safe and efficient chemical manufacturing. Oversee operations, manage a skilled process team, and collaborate across departments to drive innovation and continuous impr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Drive safe and efficient operations in a continuous chemical manufacturing pilot plant. Manage a skilled process team, collaborate across departments, and lead process development to optimize producti...

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.