Plant Operations Manager Jobs

Discover Plant Operations Manager opportunities with employers seeking leaders to oversee safe, efficient, and reliable facility operations. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles in manufacturing, industrial production, food processing, energy, and other sectors.

What Does a Plant Operations Manager Do?

Plant Operations Managers coordinate day-to-day facility performance, guide production teams, and align resources with business goals. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include production planning, staffing, equipment reliability, quality systems, budgeting, and compliance with workplace and environmental requirements.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for operations leadership, strong communication, and the ability to improve processes using performance data. Experience with production systems, continuous improvement, safety programs, maintenance coordination, and regulatory compliance can be valuable. Requirements vary by industry and facility size.

Explore Plant Operations Manager Careers

Browse Plant Operations Manager jobs on Ladders to compare opportunities, responsibilities, and employer requirements. Use job details to identify roles that match your leadership experience, industry background, and career goals.

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$90K - $110K *

Help us drive operational excellence by leading maintenance strategies, managing resources, and ensuring compliance. You'll foster team development and enhance customer satisfaction while overseeing d...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead daily operations in production and maintenance, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance with regulations while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $150K *

Tackle the challenge of leading a dynamic manufacturing plant, overseeing safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Drive performance with a team of 250+, utilizing Lean principles to enhance opera...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$163K - $224K *

Champion operational excellence by directing production and maintenance, ensuring safety and quality while achieving strategic objectives. Lead teams to enhance capabilities and foster collaboration a...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations by supervising daily activities, ensuring safety, and implementing effective procedures. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency and maintain high s...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing plant operations, ensuring efficient and safe power generation while managing personnel, budgets, and emergency protocols to maintain continuous serv...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $110K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading diverse operational teams to optimize performance, quality, and delivery while fostering a culture of continuous improvement in a dynamic plant environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by ensuring the safe and efficient operation of a power plant. Oversee operations personnel, optimize performance, and implement training procedures while maintaining regulatory co...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by leading manufacturing strategies, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, and efficiency while managing and developing a dynamic...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $140K *

Lead the charge in excellence by managing plant operations and maintenance activities, prioritizing safety and compliance while fostering teamwork and operational efficiency in a dynamic healthcare en...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$140K - $160K *

Empower a dynamic team to enhance operational excellence, drive continuous improvement, and achieve strategic goals in safety, quality, and productivity while fostering a culture of trust and collabor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence in a high-volume manufacturing facility, leading a diverse team to enhance productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction while fostering a culture of safety and account...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of construction by leading field operations for steel erection. Oversee teams, ensure safety compliance, and drive project success across multiple sites while fostering a culture of t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $140K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations and maintenance, ensuring compliance and excellence in service delivery while fostering a collaborative and safe work environment for all team members...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading safety and productivity initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, focusing on team growth and data-driven decision...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $96K *

Join a team that's redefining operational excellence in the construction industry. Oversee installation crews and administrative staff while managing scheduling, billing, and performance. Bring your l...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Oversee operations and maintenance for solar facilities, ensuring safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Lead teams, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve opera...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading open-pit mining operations from commissioning to commercial production, ensuring safety, efficiency, and budget adherence while fostering a culture of continuous improvemen...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Champion the operation and maintenance of a high-reliability power plant, leading a diverse team to ensure optimal performance and safety standards while supporting critical AI supercomputing faciliti...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic team in the operation and maintenance of a high-reliability power plant, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards while managing multi-discipline technicians and overseeing cri...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $173K *

Lead strategic growth initiatives and optimize operations to enhance customer value. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compliance, monitor KPIs, and ensure operational excellence across...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead manufacturing operations to drive performance, develop teams, and support growth. Collaborate across functions to enhance capabilities and ensure operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead Steel Mill Service Operations, ensuring safety and operational excellence across a designated region. Manage teams, drive performance metrics, and foster customer relationships to meet business g...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $175K *

Lead the charge in optimizing wastewater operations by serving as the key liaison between stakeholders, ensuring compliance, performance, and effective communication for a major municipal treatment fa...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence in a power plant by leading a dedicated team focused on safety, efficiency, and compliance while optimizing processes and performance for enhanced productivity and cost-ef...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Plant Operations Manager do?question toggle

    A Plant Operations Manager oversees the daily performance of a plant or production facility. The role often involves coordinating teams, production schedules, equipment, quality, safety, budgets, and operational improvement.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Plant Operations Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and industry. Many roles seek relevant operations or manufacturing experience, demonstrated leadership, and knowledge of production, safety, quality, and process improvement. Some employers prefer a bachelor's degree or industry-specific credentials.

  • How much do Plant Operations Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, facility size, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its compensation details.

  • Where can I find Plant Operations Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Plant Operations Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.