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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$123K - $166K *

Transform maintenance operations by leading teams, developing strategic programs, and driving excellence across multiple functions while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement...

3 weeks ago

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

$123K - $166K *

Shape the future of maintenance operations by leading teams, developing strategic programs, and driving excellence across multiple sites while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing glass manufacturing operations, ensuring quality and efficiency while leading teams in batch and furnace processes. Drive continuous improvement and oversee maintenance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$106K - $146K *

Lead the charge in enhancing productivity and efficiency within manufacturing operations. Supervise teams, implement training, and collaborate with management to achieve production goals while fosteri...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower project success by leading automation initiatives from concept to installation. Collaborate with engineering and sales teams to ensure project alignment, manage schedules, and drive continuous...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead maintenance planning and scheduling to enhance operational efficiency, maximize asset reliability, and improve workforce productivity. Collaborate across teams to optimize resource utilization an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Manage and enhance production operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Lead teams, drive continuous improvement, and achieve performance goals while collaborating across fun...

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to driving operational excellence and profitability. As a key leader, you'll oversee financial performance, develop high-performing teams, and enhance manufacturing operat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful execution, while driving technical and commerci...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$99K - $141K *

Champion the safe and efficient operations of the Maintenance Mechanical team, ensuring compliance with safety standards while leading daily activities, training, and continuous improvement initiative...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Empower operational excellence by leading a dynamic team to enhance efficiency, productivity, and profitability. Drive strategic initiatives and optimize processes while ensuring compliance and qualit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $213K *

Lead the charge in strategic sourcing for large-scale capital projects, managing a team to enhance procurement practices and drive cost efficiency while collaborating across functions to ensure projec...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $215K *

Lead the charge in enhancing workplace excellence and safety across multiple manufacturing sites. Drive strategic initiatives for facility standardization and 6S implementation, ensuring compliance an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $215K *

Drive excellence in workplace standards and 6S implementation across multiple manufacturing sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, efficiency, and employee experience while...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $215K *

Lead the charge in transforming manufacturing facilities through strategic 6S implementation and workplace excellence initiatives, enhancing safety, efficiency, and employee experience across multiple...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic manufacturing line, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity while fostering team collaboration and driving continuous improvement through effective coaching and str...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Oversee complex EPC power projects valued between $150MM - $500MM, ensuring successful execution through strategic planning, risk management, and client engagement while mentoring team members and dri...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize materials management strategies to enhance operational excellence, drive growth, and ensure customer satisfaction. Lead cross-functional teams in scheduling, procurement, and inventory manage...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality standards and customer satisfaction. Lead quality initiatives, manage audits, and mentor a skilled team while driving continuous improvement across ma...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $165K *

Elevate quality operations by leading a team of engineers to ensure product excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive quality initiatives and foster a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to quality excellence and continuous improvement. Lead the quality management strategy, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction while fostering a culture of accounta...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $109K *

Transform your career through a comprehensive 2-year training program, honing leadership skills and mastering maintenance management in the poultry industry while driving organizational effectiveness...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by coordinating and optimizing manufacturing schedules, ensuring resource efficiency and timely production. Collaborate across departments to enhance planning processes and drive cont...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $149K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic maintenance team to enhance equipment reliability and safety. Oversee facility operations, implement preventive strategies, and drive continuous improvement in a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Empower our operations by managing procurement processes for equipment and materials. Collaborate with engineering and research teams to ensure timely delivery and quality, while building strong suppl...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.