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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$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a leadership role in manufacturing, overseeing production of biologic therapies. Influence processes, lead teams, and enhance operational excellence in a dynamic environment foc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $145K *

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead and oversee open pit sand mining operations, managing production and plant activities while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and optimizing resources for efficiency and effectiveness...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing mining operations and planning for aggregate resources. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance safety, efficiency, and strategic growth while managing geological assess...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Oversee daily operations in a high-speed manufacturing environment, ensuring production targets and quality standards are met while promoting safety and continuous improvement among frontline teams an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion mechanical project management by overseeing construction needs, coordinating schedules, and ensuring project specifications are met. Engage with contractors and clients to optimize costs and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $135K *

Optimize quality assurance and control for a large-scale data center project. Collaborate with teams to ensure electrical installations meet safety standards and specifications throughout all construc...

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

$100K - $135K *

Drive quality assurance and control for a large-scale data center project. Collaborate with teams to ensure electrical installations meet safety and compliance standards throughout all construction ph...

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

$100K - $135K *

Oversee quality assurance and control for a large-scale data center project. Collaborate with teams to ensure electrical installations meet safety and compliance standards throughout all construction...

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

$100K - $135K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance and control for a large-scale data center project. Collaborate with teams to ensure electrical installations meet safety and compliance standards throughout all co...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence by leading production teams to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and implement innovative technologies. Collaborate across departments to meet manufacturing goals and ensu...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $110K *

Drive excellence in maintenance operations at a glass manufacturing facility, fostering a culture of safety and reliability while enhancing employee development and continuous improvement initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to pioneering sustainable energy solutions. As an Operations and Maintenance Manager, you'll oversee wind and solar farm activities, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive electrical project oversight from inception to commissioning while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Collaborate across departments to optimize maintenance operations and develop traini...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring safe, accurate lab operations while supervising a team, developing analytical methods, and driving continuous improvement to support steel manufacturing processes effective...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to drive project success from concept to completion. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to deliver tailored solutions, manage costs, and enhance processes in a fast-pace...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead and manage industrial electrical projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating with various teams and stakeholders in operational fac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $105K *

Join our team as a financial leader, overseeing budgeting, analysis, and inventory management. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive profitability and operational efficiency while mentoring the onsi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Transform manufacturing operations by leading daily execution, driving accountability, and fostering a culture of trust. Empower teams to overcome challenges and enhance throughput while ensuring alig...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $135K *

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

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.