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 *

Build a transformative construction services program in Virginia, overseeing CEI services for roadway and bridge projects. Lead a dedicated team, foster client relationships, and drive strategic growt...

Virginia Beach, VARemote

1 week ago

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

$64K - $98K *

Empower your career by driving right-of-way acquisitions for vital infrastructure projects. Collaborate with teams, negotiate with stakeholders, and manage documentation to support successful project...

Florida, USRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$127K - $200K *

Manage and lead construction projects, ensuring successful execution, financial performance, and team development while adhering to safety and quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to optim...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive growth by acquiring new customers and expanding existing accounts through consultative selling and tailored safety solutions in a dynamic field environment...

Romeoville, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $175K *

Join a strategic team as you oversee complex web projects, drive digital initiatives, and promote best practices, all while collaborating across functions. Make a real-world impact while shaping the f...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $120K *

Empower healthcare professionals by engaging remotely with cardiologists, nephrologists, and primary care providers. Drive sales and support efforts in open territories while delivering a consistent e...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining product management by building innovative features from concept to launch. Leverage AI tools to enhance efficiency and drive product operations, ensuring seamless deliver...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $149K *

Drive strategic growth in the North American Metals industry by building relationships with key stakeholders, influencing investments, and promoting advanced drive solutions to enhance productivity an...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $288K *

Transform engineering productivity by leading cross-team strategies and architectures for embedded software. Drive measurable improvements in quality and release confidence while mentoring teams acros...

Milford, MIRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $199K *

Shape the future of nuclear engineering by leading innovative I&C projects, solving complex challenges, and guiding multidisciplinary teams to achieve strategic objectives in a remote environment...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion the future of energy by leading technical power system interconnection efforts. Drive complex analysis and team performance to optimize generation and transmission services, shaping strategic...

Austin, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leading plant operations to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing cross-functional teams and developing operational strat...

Lancaster, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing product strategies for Benefits, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and deliver customer value through data-driven insights and aut...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower a team of controls engineers to design and enhance control systems for material handling solutions, ensuring project execution and quality while fostering innovation and collaboration across d...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving regional sales growth by developing strategic plans, managing budgets, and fostering strong customer relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize perfo...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading business development initiatives to drive growth in Advanced Metering Infrastructure and Grid Automation. Manage teams, analyze markets, and create strategies to enhance re...

San Antonio, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $121K *

Contribute to impactful water/wastewater projects by assisting engineers with design, data analysis, and hydraulic modeling. Collaborate on feasibility studies and environmental documentation to ensur...

Santa Ana, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Drive your career forward as a Product Owner, CPQ, leading agile delivery and backlog management for our Configure-Price-Quote platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance Quote-to-Cas...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $175K *

Manage complex technology initiatives across IT, enhancing program delivery and maturing the PMO. Collaborate with leadership to drive strategic projects, ensuring alignment and efficiency in executio...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful program management by leading cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and delivering measurable results in a dynamic environment. Collaborate effectively...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $158K *

Unlock your potential by leading the integration of cutting-edge SCADA systems for renewable energy projects. Drive design and implement secure communication networks while collaborating to optimize s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $160K *

Lead our initiatives in designing and constructing innovative water and carbon capture facilities globally. Collaborate across teams to ensure project success within budget and timeline while promotin...

California, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Oversee the construction process for new stores and special projects, managing negotiations and ensuring compliance from inception to operations turnover. Collaborate with internal teams and external...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower enterprise automation by designing, developing, and optimizing solutions using Automation Anywhere, Python, and Power Apps. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $130K *

Join our dynamic sales team to drive growth in the rail and transit market. Engage with OEMs and engineering teams, providing tailored connectivity solutions while managing strategic accounts across a...

United StatesRemote

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.