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 - $113K *

Lead the charge in managing complex global accounts, coordinating operations and sales teams to exceed customer expectations, ensure financial performance, and drive account growth. Foster strong rela...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

Engineer the future of critical facility commissioning by leading project teams, managing schedules, and ensuring compliance with design and safety standards. Drive successful project execution throug...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and quality assurance of telecom infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for underground conduit sys...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project execution by leading a team of Control Technicians, ensuring quality, timely completion, and effective communication across all stakeholders while providing technical support and mento...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive growth in industrial gas solutions, leveraging your expertise in manufacturing processes and customer engagement to identify opportunities and enhance operational efficien...

Georgia, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $100K *

Optimize sales strategies to drive growth across diverse industries, leveraging your expertise in B2B sales and customer engagement. Collaborate with teams to enhance market presence and deliver tailo...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $192K *

Drive project success by providing engineering support and technical evaluations for electric power generation projects. Collaborate with clients on design reviews, economic analysis, and risk assessm...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $226K *

Drive your career forward by leading risk management for advanced nuclear projects. Utilize your analytical skills to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks while collaborating with cross-functional t...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Drive operational excellence as you lead regional transportation initiatives, ensuring safety, compliance, and profitability while fostering a collaborative culture. Utilize data-driven strategies to...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $187K *

Lead a dynamic Salesforce Engineering team, driving process improvements and technical ownership to enhance business operations and ensure alignment with best practices across the platform...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$111K - $161K *

Transform the future of energy efficiency by leading a $200M facility upgrade project. Oversee construction, engage stakeholders, and ensure compliance with safety standards while managing resources a...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Engage in identifying and delivering industrial energy efficiency solutions across North America. Collaborate with teams to assess systems, develop technical solutions, and support projects from incep...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K *

Lead and mentor a Nuclear Safety Engineering team, ensuring project compliance with safety regulations, budgets, and schedules while fostering collaboration across disciplines and enhancing technical...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Take ownership of the Edifecs application support organization, ensuring operational stability and strategic alignment. Lead technical oversight, manage staffing, and collaborate with cross-functional...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform operations by leading the Edifecs application support team, ensuring stability and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and technical ov...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine operational excellence by integrating data intelligence and insights across multiple business functions. This role enhances strategic decision-making, optimizes workflows, and supports marke...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$72K - $108K *

Partner with us to manage site activities, ensuring effective planning, resource integration, and compliance with contractual requirements in power generation facilities. Drive customer satisfaction a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $220K *

Empower a globally distributed team to build and enhance an in-house ERP application, ensuring alignment across engineering, operations, and delivery while fostering a culture of collaboration, accoun...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower our Construction Management team by overseeing rail project operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing contractor activities to deliver successful infrastructure outco...

Bridgewater, NJRemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer satisfaction through effective dealer support and product performance management. Lead initiatives in your territory to foster strong relationships a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at driving strategic initiatives within Operations and Member Experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions, enhance operational efficiency, an...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with us as a key Associate Sales Manager, driving sales in advanced ceramic powders for diverse industries. Collaborate with customers to identify needs, deliver solutions, and achiev...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $113K *

Lead the charge in optimizing telecom operations by designing and implementing governance frameworks, driving cross-functional initiatives, and enhancing operational maturity to support strategic busi...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$136K - $195K *

Drive end-to-end integration governance and value realization across acquisitions. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure disciplined execution, synergy delivery, and alignment with operational excelle...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $138K *

Pioneer innovative construction solutions by managing multiple projects, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and timely completion while collaborating with contractors and internal teams to achieve de...

Ohio, USRemote

5 days ago

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

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.