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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$92K - $134K *

Join us to lead the charge in managing a $32M facility upgrade project, ensuring effective collaboration with teams and stakeholders while maintaining safety and quality standards throughout the const...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$137K - $183K *

Empower your career by leading capital projects in commissioning. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful startup and adherence to safety standards while traveling extensively to drive pro...

Green Bay, WIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $183K *

Lead the commissioning process for capital projects in the pulp and paper industry. Collaborate with diverse teams, oversee testing procedures, and ensure safety compliance while traveling extensively...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $250K *

Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare operations across multiple sites, managing a diverse team to enhance profitability and efficiency while fostering strategic relationships with C-suite executiv...

Texas, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $105K *

Optimize regulatory compliance processes for a multi-state transportation network. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure operational readiness and manage ongoing compliance across diverse markets...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $205K *

Lead the charge in executing complex capital projects and liquid processing strategies. Drive innovation and efficiency across manufacturing networks while mentoring engineering teams and ensuring pro...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $105K *

Drive growth in packaging and print markets by executing strategic sales plans, engaging customers, and delivering tailored solutions. Manage sales activities and build strong relationships to achieve...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic sourcing for MRO and renewable energy projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier performance, optimize costs, and ensure material avail...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

Empower site leadership by bridging Digital Technology and business needs. Lead critical initiatives, manage vendor relationships, and drive operational excellence across North America, ensuring techn...

Farmington, CTRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance sales and foster partnerships in the mining sector. Engage with clients across multiple regions, drive innovative solutions, and represent our company at industry events...

Vancouver, BCRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical resource, enhancing enterprise applications and infrastructure services. Drive operational excellence, support cross-functional initiatives, and ensure reliable, sec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Empower your career by leading HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement and foster a positive workplace culture. Drive compliance, support management, and champion values to create a thriving e...

Ashburn, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $130K *

Grow and lead complex multidisciplinary projects from initiation to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients to deliver high-quality results while managing budgets, schedules, and relati...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $166K *

Pioneer efficient electrical and control solutions to drive project success across manufacturing platforms. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring robust project execution and a...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $130K *

Lead operational initiatives by managing project plans, coordinating teams, and driving efficiencies. Analyze data to improve performance while fostering accountability and continuous improvement to m...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Drive exceptional customer experiences by leading Support and Professional Services teams. Optimize operations through data-driven strategies and AI innovations, ensuring timely, high-quality service...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's focused on driving sales growth in the plastics industry. Utilize your technical expertise and sales experience to foster customer partnerships and deliver tailored solutions across...

South Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $177K *

Drive a culture of safety by managing and enhancing safety programs across multiple plants. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance, conduct audits, and mentor safety professionals, aiming fo...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of procurement and planning by leading fiber sourcing, production planning, and inventory strategy across multiple facilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cost...

Arizona, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

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

$168K - $240K *

Lead the charge in optimizing business operations through innovative solutions, driving efficiency and productivity while fostering cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision-making to en...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving project success in commercial environments. Support project management tasks, coordinate resources, and ensure compliance while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Engage in comprehensive project management by overseeing MEP operations, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met throughout the construction process. Drive effic...

Lexington, KYRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $160K *

Transform program execution by coordinating large-scale data center initiatives, ensuring alignment across stakeholders, managing risks, and driving milestones to successful completion while fostering...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion power system analysis by conducting modeling for transmission planning studies, ensuring compliance with NERC standards, and delivering high-quality technical reports while managing multiple...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$111K - $163K *

Join a team dedicated to driving successful IT project outcomes through effective management methodologies, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion while aligning with business goals and fostering c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.