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.
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.
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.
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.
$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...
5 days ago
Capital Project Engineer - CommissioningCC&S -Pulp/Paper industry - Remote w/travel
$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...
1 week ago
Capital Project Engineer - CommissioningCC&S -Pulp/Paper industry - Remote w/travel
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
6 days ago
$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...
Yesterday
Senior Director, Liquid Processing & Capital Projects Engineering
$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...
4 days ago
Regional Sales Manager - Midwest
$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...
3 weeks ago
Category Manager II / Senior Category Manager – MRO & Renewable Energy - EnergyLink
$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...
1 week ago
North America Field Office & Technology Lead
$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...
1 week ago
Regional Sales Manager - Mining (Western Canada)
$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...
1 month ago
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
1 week ago
Multi-disciplinary Project Manager
$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...
3 weeks ago
Senior Electrical & Controls Capital Engineer - Remote Eligible
$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...
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$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...
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$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...
3 weeks ago
$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...
Reposted 1 week ago
Regional Safety Manager - Chicago Remote
$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...
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Director Planning & Procurement Domestic Operations
$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...
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Senior Director Business Operations
$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...
Yesterday
BAS / Controls Assistant Project Manager
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
4 days ago
Program Manager - AEC / MEP / Engineering
$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...
Yesterday
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
What does a Plant Operations Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
Explore Plant Operations Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.