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 *

Drive operational excellence by leading Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance teams to enhance plant performance, ensure compliance, and support product launches in a high-volume manufacturing env...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform municipal infrastructure by managing engineering projects and client services for utility districts. Oversee project execution from planning to construction, ensuring quality and compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of labor relations by leading a team to manage daily activities, resolve disputes, and implement process improvements that enhance workforce efficiency and prevent delays on large-sca...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Transform sales territory management by leading and developing dealer performance to achieve growth in market share, enhance financial success, and collaborate with diverse teams in the fast-paced agr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure missile flight hardware meets stringent design and testing standards. Evaluate contractor processes, enforce compliance with aerospace regulations, and lead technical rev...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Empower maintenance excellence by leading reliability processes across a multi-tenant research campus. Drive safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement while managing personnel and resources to me...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$86K - $96K *

Unlock your potential by leading operational excellence in academic departments. Collaborate with management to enhance financial, HR, and administrative processes, ensuring effective service delivery...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$81K - $146K *

Develop and lead a skilled team to enhance facility operations, ensuring safety, reliability, and efficiency. Oversee maintenance activities, troubleshoot systems, and implement improvements that driv...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by providing advanced analytics and optimization support for materials management in Electric Transmission & Substation. Develop dashboards and models to enhance material readiness an...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive capital project execution and engineering improvements in a manufacturing facility. Lead projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, budget, and schedule while en...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Support production efficiency by optimizing materials management and supply chain operations. Lead planning, inventory control, and logistics to ensure timely deliveries while driving continuous impro...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic team in optimizing manufacturing processes for Thermal Control systems. Collaborate with product development to enhance efficiency and quality, while staying ahead of industry trends an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading the manufacturing engineering team to optimize Thermal Control systems production, ensuring efficiency, quality, and innovation while collaborating with product developm...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower project success by managing Production and Development Programs, ensuring financial, delivery, and customer satisfaction goals are met while coordinating resources across multiple projects...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of our manufacturing operations by managing maintenance services for complex equipment. You'll ensure performance, safety, and efficiency, leading a team to deliver improvements while...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a hands-on leadership role overseeing maintenance operations across affordable residential properties, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance while fostering team developmen...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Champion the manufacturing process by leading a team to ensure quality, compliance, and timely delivery of medical devices. Drive continuous improvement and optimize operations in a dynamic, safety-fo...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of financial management by leading accounting operations, driving strategic partnerships, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Collaborate across departments to enhance business...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead mechanical service projects from planning to closeout, ensuring timely, safe, and efficient execution. Collaborate with teams, manage budgets, and maintain customer relationships while upholding...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer continuous improvement initiatives leveraging lean manufacturing principles. Educate and train teams on best practices, collaborate with management to drive projects, and analyze processes to...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Help us drive utility projects from conception to operation, ensuring seamless integration of electrical, refrigeration, and mechanical systems in manufacturing facilities while managing schedules, bu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$102K - $120K *

Accelerate growth and operational excellence in the Commercial & Industrial sector, leading teams to enhance customer satisfaction and profitability while driving strategic initiatives across sales, s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $110K *

Deliver excellence in candy production by managing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Lead a team, oversee scheduling, and implement innovative processes to meet production goals wh...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Drive sales growth by leveraging expertise in decking, waterproofing, and flooring. Build strong relationships with contractors and clients, managing sales processes while meeting or exceeding targets...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing plant reliability and efficiency by managing maintenance strategies, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement while overseeing a skilled team...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.