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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$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing supply chain and logistics operations, ensuring accurate inventory control and timely shipments. Collaborate with internal and external partners to optimize processes and s...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $125K *

Grow your career by driving sales in the high-tech water treatment sector. Leverage your industry relationships and expertise to expand market presence, develop strategic plans, and lead negotiations...

Feasterville Trevose, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $169K *

Transform customer outcomes by leading a high-performing team dedicated to leveraging Samsara's solutions. Drive strategic growth while ensuring enterprise clients realize sustained value from their i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion contractor performance by leading training and compliance efforts, enhancing safety and quality in telecommunications construction. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks and drive improv...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative power system solutions by conducting EMT studies and developing models. Collaborate with leadership to enhance team expertise and deliver quality advisory support to clients in the...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $130K *

Elevate cross-functional collaboration by managing complex initiatives, ensuring readiness, and driving execution visibility. Foster alignment among teams to achieve business outcomes with predictabil...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead and innovate IT Controls and AI Resiliency projects, ensuring effective management and delivery within scope, budget, and schedule while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $120K *

Contribute to high voltage SCADA system design, testing, and commissioning for renewable energy projects. Work within established standards to support project execution with a focus on accuracy, compl...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving sales and promoting industry-leading waterproofing, roofing, and flooring solutions. Manage key relationships, support accounts, and identify new opportunities to establish...

Berkeley, CARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $106K *

Elevate the standards of security and discipline by supervising staff, conducting inspections, and resolving issues within a correctional institution. Your leadership will ensure a safe environment fo...

Green Bay, WIRemote

5 days ago

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

$91K - $129K *

Contribute to sustainable growth in the power generation market by leveraging technical expertise and strong customer relationships. Manage third-party sales agents while driving sales execution withi...

Dallas, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $129K *

Drive sustainable growth in the power generation market by leveraging technical expertise and strong customer relationships. Manage third-party sales agents while delivering exceptional customer value...

Jackson, MSRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $129K *

Transform customer relationships in the power generation sector by leveraging technical expertise and strategic account management to drive growth and deliver value across a defined territory while ma...

Oklahoma City, OKRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $129K *

Elevate customer engagement by driving sales growth in the power generation sector. Leverage technical expertise and strategic account management to build strong relationships and deliver tailored sol...

Houston, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $129K *

Manage customer relationships and drive sales growth in the power generation market. Leverage technical expertise and strategic account management to deliver value while overseeing third-party sales a...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $129K *

Drive sustainable growth as a Regional Sales Manager, leveraging technical expertise and strong customer relationships to win contracts in the power generation market while managing third-party sales...

Birmingham, ALRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $129K *

Drive sales growth in the power generation market by managing customer relationships, leading technical solutions, and overseeing third-party sales agents within a defined territory. Utilize expertise...

Knoxville, TNRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $129K *

Transform customer relationships and drive growth in the power generation market by leveraging technical expertise and strategic account management. Collaborate with third-party agents to deliver exce...

Atlanta, GARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$141K - $176K *

Engage in the strategic management of energy storage projects, overseeing budgets, schedules, and team coordination from planning through mobilization. Lead effort in risk mitigation and cross-departm...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing client projects, ensuring high-quality delivery on time and within budget while fostering excellent customer service and collaboration across teams...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $151K *

Shape the future of power grid automation by leading go-to-market strategies, translating technical solutions into customer value, and driving growth across utility and commercial segments through cro...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead and manage data center construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive innovative design sol...

Texas, USRemote

Today

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

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of discovery operations by leveraging your legal expertise and leadership skills to enhance service delivery and team performance, ensuring top-quality results and efficient workflows...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to enhance patient access and streamline operational processes, driving meaningful improvements through data analysis, project management, and collaboration across departments while fost...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $132K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing roofing systems through technical expertise. Oversee field operations, manage contractor relationships, and ensure quality service while driving sales growth...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.