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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$95K - $115K *

Transform production operations by providing strategic leadership, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while driving continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration to meet business obj...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence by leading production teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency in manufacturing electromechanical products. Collaborate cross-functionally to meet business goals a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Deliver innovative mineral processing solutions to enhance plant operations, optimize costs, and improve product quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success and ensure co...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing operations, leading a skilled workforce, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Your leadership will enhance quality and efficiency in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations by driving safety, enhancing productivity, and fostering team development. Utilize your expertise to monitor quality, manage costs, and implement process...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement while managing resources and costs to meet production goals and foster a collaborat...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $111K *

Manage and lead a dynamic distribution center, driving operational excellence and team performance across multiple shifts while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence by leading plant engineering and maintenance services. Implement strategic changes and capital improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency and productivity while ensu...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by leading operations to optimize production efficiency, ensuring quality standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to achieve operatio...

4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Lead projects from inception to closeout, ensuring compliance and safety while communicating effectively with clients, stakeholders, and teams to achieve objectives within budget...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by leading maintenance and reliability initiatives that enhance equipment performance, reduce costs, and foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement across a man...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive efficiency in high-volume metal stamping production operations, ensuring timely output and cost management. Lead teams to achieve operational excellence while fostering a culture of continuous i...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing specialty gas delivery systems, ensuring alignment with customer needs and market trends while driving product innovation and lifecycle strategies for the se...

3 weeks ago

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

$81K - $111K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading a dynamic team to enhance processes, ensure safety, and deliver exceptional customer service while managing daily operations and driving continuous improvemen...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing turnaround planning and execution. This role involves coordinating field activities, developing job packages, and ensuring safety practices while collaboratin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Deliver strategic leadership for large-scale electrical construction projects, overseeing all phases from preconstruction to closeout. Mentor junior staff while managing client relationships and drivi...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $193K *

Lead the maintenance and improvement of production facilities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and optimizing operational efficiency through strategic planning and vendor management...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations for our new facility, ensuring safety and efficiency in extruded polystyrene manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to develop preventive maintenanc...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $130K *

Lead transportation strategy and execution, optimizing logistics for inbound and outbound materials. Manage carrier partnerships, drive cost efficiencies, and ensure timely, safe deliveries while deve...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive complex multimillion-dollar capital projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and champion best practices...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead cross-functional product-development projects from concept to launch, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget. Collaborate with teams across engineering, manufacturing, and quality to dr...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Solve complex electrical issues and enhance reliability in manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to support equipment uptime through troubleshooting, design improvements, and compliance with safety st...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join us in managing production operations to meet customer demands while ensuring safety, quality, and compliance. Lead teams, drive process improvements, and collaborate across departments to enhance...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead natural gas infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and compliance while managing budgets and schedules. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and strengthen client re...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Manage day-to-day operations and maintenance of critical facilities, ensuring seamless execution of integrated plans while addressing emergencies and performance standards. Lead a team to optimize fac...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.