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.

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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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$73K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on optimizing provider operations. Lead credentialing initiatives, implement AI solutions, and enhance workflows while ensuring compliance and operational...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead large-scale automation projects, guiding teams through all phases with a focus on customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and financial management in a collaborative environment...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project quality by ensuring compliance with specifications and codes. Collaborate with teams to implement quality control plans, manage inspections, and exceed stakeholder expectations through...

South Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$296K - $453K *

Drive innovation in AI deployment by leading model performance strategy, optimizing autonomous driving systems, and managing diverse teams to enhance inference quality. Shape technical direction while...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $213K *

Drive innovative technical solutions in power stability and electrical systems, engaging with customers and collaborating with sales teams to deliver tailored proposals that meet complex requirements...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Oversee complex projects from pre-bid to completion, ensuring quality, cost, and customer satisfaction. Play a key role in decision-making and team guidance while managing risks and project delivery a...

Oregon, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$202K - $289K *

Champion growth in environmental services by leading business development, managing complex projects, and fostering client relationships in the power industry. Leverage your expertise to navigate regu...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $215K *

Champion the future of energy development by leading regional strategies, managing utility relationships, and driving contract negotiations. This role balances strategic oversight with tactical execut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $160K *

Oversee mid to large scale construction projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence. Collaborate with teams to manage operations, contracts, and safety, while maintaining high standards...

Rockford, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative ultrapure water treatment solutions as a key technical leader, collaborating with customers to optimize system design and operation while ensuring compliance with industry standards a...

Houston, TXRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining ultrapure water treatment solutions. As a key technical leader, you'll leverage your expertise to design and optimize systems for the microelectronics industry, ensuring...

Boise, IDRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$280K - $330K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team by leading technical architecture, enhancing system reliability, and driving scalable solutions that support rapid growth in a fast-paced fintech environment. Foster...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$275K - $325K *

Champion operational excellence by leading global data center operations, developing strategies, and building high-performing teams to ensure reliability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction across...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at managing Joint Pole Committee services, leading personnel, ensuring quality and productivity, and coordinating customer deliverables while supporting program execution and issue...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Engage with customers to unlock growth by developing strategic partnerships, managing account pipelines, and delivering tailored solutions that meet operational needs while representing the company at...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence across multiple markets, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance while managing a high-performing team. Focus on strategic growth, budget manage...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Manage technical design leadership for industrial projects, coordinating PLC/DCS, HMI, and motion control systems. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality project outcomes while supporting clie...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $193K *

Shape the future of autonomous vehicle testing by leading a team to develop and implement innovative test strategies, ensuring safety and performance standards are met across multiple vehicle programs...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in product marketing by translating product capabilities into impactful messaging and experiences. Drive go-to-market strategies, enablement content, and cross-functional collaboration...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Drive clinical operations excellence by managing protocol compliance, delivering budget oversight, and ensuring successful study start-up in alignment with regulatory standards and internal policies w...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $132K *

Lead the charge in managing and expanding customer relationships across diverse industries, driving new business opportunities and delivering tailored solutions that enhance operational efficiency and...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead transformative facilities initiatives by analyzing data, optimizing performance, and managing capital projects. Collaborate across teams to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance restaurant...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Drive strategic leadership and oversight for a portfolio of renewable energy projects. Manage a team of project managers while ensuring successful project execution, stakeholder collaboration, and ali...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $90K *

Unlock potential by driving departmental success through strategic operations, staff guidance, and performance monitoring. Foster interdepartmental relationships to achieve financial and operational e...

Orlando, FLRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $154K *

Join a dynamic team as a Document Control Supervisor, overseeing document management for construction and engineering projects. Drive process improvements, ensure compliance, and support project teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

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

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.