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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$87K - $133K *

Shape the future of utility projects by leading right of way teams, managing budgets, schedules, and fostering strong client relationships while ensuring compliance and quality throughout all project...

West Virginia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$87K - $133K *

Deliver impactful utility right of way projects while leading teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring adherence to project guidelines and budgets, all within a flexible remote setting...

West Virginia, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$93K - $137K *

Analyze and solve complex challenges in a collaborative environment, applying technical expertise to drive innovative solutions across diverse projects and contribute to organizational growth and perf...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $113K *

Lead project coordination efforts by ensuring effective communication and management of materials, schedules, and documentation. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes and enhance project effi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $185K *

Lead and inspire engineering teams to deliver high-quality digital products, ensuring alignment with business priorities while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement in a dyna...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $235K *

Pioneer operational excellence in renewals by enhancing processes, tools, and insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive efficiency and data quality, ensuring predictable and scalable renewal o...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the evolution of a cutting-edge CI/CD platform, integrating AI tools and leading a team of DevOps engineers. Own production releases and implement modern delivery practices to enhance software d...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$132K - $220K *

Lead the charge in managing Renewable Energy Hydro Projects, driving execution strategies to maximize performance, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering strong customer relationships while overseein...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $126K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role overseeing product development and production. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality and efficiency in delivering customer-focused assortments across va...

Ottawa, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$200K - $228K *

Advance your career by leading complex construction projects in the Education and Facilities Sector. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful project delivery while managing budgets, schedu...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $95K *

Empower a high-performing team by leading daily operations and ensuring exceptional customer experiences in a dynamic collision center environment while achieving key performance indicators and mainta...

Tennessee, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading process improvement initiatives across a global operations team, focused on automation and project management to enhance overall efficiency and impact...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic account management for midstream customers, enhancing service offerings, and fostering strong relationships to achieve revenue growth and profitability across Nor...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Contribute to the strategic planning and execution of EV Charging Programs, managing project requirements and fostering collaboration across teams to ensure scalable and efficient fleet facility deplo...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovations in Risk Operations by optimizing processes and integrating automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and drive measurable improvements in operation...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading proposal strategies and managing a dynamic team. Drive compliance and quality in project proposals while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure timely and effective...

Vancouver, WARemote

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead and manage construction materials testing projects, ensuring quality assurance, client satisfaction, and compliance with standards while overseeing operations and fostering team development for s...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $115K *

Lead the charge in coordinating equipment installation and startup across multiple sites, ensuring seamless collaboration with project managers and contractors while delivering exceptional customer ex...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive optimization solutions for workforce planning in a large-scale contact center. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement advanced algorithms that enhance scheduling, staff...

Toronto, ONRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Shape the future of our IT landscape by managing operations, optimizing infrastructure, and leading a talented team. Drive strategic improvements while ensuring security and service excellence in a dy...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$146K - $160K *

Join us to lead and coordinate utility right of way projects, overseeing alignment of schedules, budgets, and standards while fostering strong relationships with clients and ensuring quality delivery...

Tennessee, USRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $155K *

Join a team that's leading the design and implementation of central utility systems. You'll manage complex projects, mentor engineers, and drive innovation in energy solutions for diverse facilities...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $133K *

Engage with contractors and distributors to drive sales in the construction market. Build lasting relationships, identify opportunities, and manage customer needs while aligning solutions with company...

Texas, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $114K *

Inspire a team of HVAC technicians in optimizing systems for data centers. This leadership role drives operational excellence, ensuring seamless maintenance and customer satisfaction in a highly techn...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $114K *

Empower your career as you lead a skilled HVAC team focused on data centers, ensuring their operational excellence. Oversee maintenance and optimize systems for peak performance, while fostering safet...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   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.