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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to manage diverse projects in technology solutions, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction. Lead project planning, execution, and stakeholder communication...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

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

$89K - $125K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

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$83K - $125K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

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$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$76K - $128K *

Lead the charge in optimizing materials management and supply chain operations, ensuring timely procurement, inventory control, and logistics to support manufacturing needs while driving cost efficien...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $135K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform industrial automation by designing and optimizing control systems, enhancing safety and efficiency in mining operations through collaboration and innovative solutions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$83K - $151K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $151K *

Optimize supply chain processes by creating production and demand plans, managing inventory, and collaborating cross-functionally with Production, Procurement, and Sales to exceed customer expectation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $151K *

Join a team that's responsible for planning production and inventory to meet customer demand. Collaborate across departments to enhance supply chain efficiencies, manage risks, and support operations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.