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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$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading fleet operations across a national network, managing a $67M budget, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and compliance while supporting over 200 dist...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and strategic enablement across global Inside Sales teams, enhancing commercial effectiveness and delivering exceptional client value through innovati...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive service excellence by leading a team of Supervisors and Technicians, enhancing technical support, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance and customer satisfa...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Champion preconstruction initiatives for large-scale commercial projects, ensuring accurate estimates, client satisfaction, and alignment with company goals through effective communication and relatio...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape a world-class Supplier Quality Engineering team, enhancing vendor quality processes and driving a Zero Defect mentality. Collaborate across departments to ensure product conformity and foster a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $180K *

Drive strategic initiatives to enhance online transactability and customer availability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage data insights, automate processes, and optimize decision-ma...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Today

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

$92K - $110K *

Contribute to the growth of strategic retail relationships across multiple states. Spearhead business development initiatives to expand market presence and enhance customer satisfaction through effect...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead and mentor a global team overseeing clinical trial supply operations. Drive compliance and operational excellence across clinical logistics activities, ensuring timely delivery of materials that...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $155K *

Innovate product strategy and execution, bridging cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that align with customer needs and organizational goals throughout the product lifecycle...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Oversee the execution of multiple utility-scale solar and BESS projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while managing contractor performance and maintaining safety and quality standards across...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing contracts for utility-scale solar and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, streamline documentation, and support project c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Drive software engineering initiatives by leading teams to deliver innovative digital solutions. Define technology strategy, oversee development processes, and foster a culture of excellence and colla...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team, driving innovation and product development while ensuring quality and efficiency in facility design and technical support for sales initiatives...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $135K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex projects from initiation to close, ensuring alignment among stakeholders, effective risk management, and adherence to timelines while utilizing AI tools to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading regional operations across multiple venues, driving revenue growth, talent development, and guest experience. This role demands strategic oversight, accountability, and a c...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Champion customer relationships by guiding EPC firms through the sales process, from project inception to installation. Leverage your expertise in engineered equipment to drive growth and ensure long...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion service excellence across the Americas by leading a dynamic aftersales team. Drive operational performance, enhance customer satisfaction, and foster collaboration with internal and external...

Miami, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Engineer and maintain protective relay systems to ensure the safe, reliable operation of the electric grid. Lead commissioning, troubleshooting, and technical support while mentoring junior technician...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading the strategy and delivery of a robust Salesforce ecosystem, driving business impact through innovative solutions and team development in a dynamic, global environment...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $235K *

Empower organizational strategy and execution in Security & Technology, driving cross-functional initiatives and enhancing communication. Collaborate with leadership to optimize operations and inspire...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer experiences by providing exceptional technical support and solutions for centrifugal and vacuum pumps, ensuring seamless operations and sustainable equipment performance across dive...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $151K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex energy projects, ensuring client satisfaction and financial performance while coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet...

Columbus, OHRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $172K *

Take ownership of Virtual Construction Management for data center projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, manage VDC models, and drive project success through effective communication and co...

Alexandria, LARemote

1 week ago

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

$111K - $153K *

Unlock potential by leading utility planning and advisory projects, focusing on transmission system analysis, generator interconnection applications, and client guidance for ISO feasibility studies. J...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $210K *

Lead design initiatives for mechanical systems in data centre projects, ensuring high-quality execution and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to manage multiple projects, providing strategic...

United StatesRemote

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.