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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$108K - $155K *

Drive maintenance excellence and reliability in a high-performing waste-to-energy facility. Lead teams, optimize asset performance, and implement strategies for safety and continuous improvement while...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a dynamic team to enhance product development and manufacturing processes. Drive safety, quality, and continuous improvement while fostering a collaborative...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $162K *

Empower efficient production by managing live operations to ensure quality delivery, overseeing live haul, feed haul, and vehicle maintenance, while fostering teamwork and achieving cost objectives fo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a dynamic team in manufacturing, supply chain, and quality management. Shape the future of our products while ensuring compliance and fostering growth in a coll...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $142K *

Oversee technical leadership and application management for critical transit software, ensuring operational reliability and integration across systems. Lead a team in troubleshooting, upgrades, and ve...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$114K - $142K *

Transform transit operations by leading technical oversight of mission-critical applications, ensuring seamless integration and support for CAD/AVL, scheduling, and fare collection systems in a dynami...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations for a rapidly growing cold chain logistics provider. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient, safe, and reliable warehouse functionality while d...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Drive operational excellence by managing production, safety, and workforce development in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Lead teams to achieve production goals while ensuring compliance with saf...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $135K *

Transform bulk materials handling operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring safety and efficiency in coal and pet-coke logistics. Drive performance through effective training, scheduling, and c...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $149K *

Lead transformative operations in home services, driving growth and efficiency. Own performance metrics, coach teams, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer satisfaction and profitabil...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to driving operational excellence through leadership in Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality, while managing budgets and fostering talent to maximize production efficienc...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Deliver operational excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while driving continuous improvement and achieving performa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform branch performance by driving revenue growth, optimizing operations, and leading a high-performing team. Oversee construction projects, ensure quality execution, and expand market presence t...

1 week ago

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

$104K - $125K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and profitability while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork in a dynamic manufacturing environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations for mobile and fixed equipment, ensuring safety, reliability, and cost efficiency while preparing for concentrator commissioning and sustained perf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead site operations by ensuring safety, managing budgets, and driving continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a collaborative team environment to achieve business objectives and enhance pr...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving operational excellence by identifying and implementing strategic process improvements. Leverage lean methodologies to enhance performance and financial outcomes...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading a multi-craft maintenance team in a dynamic environment. Oversee equipment installation and repairs while driving productivity improvements, safety practices, and employee...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading the maintenance departments, ensuring safety compliance, effective resource allocation, and minimizing downtime while fostering team engagement and delivering o...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $109K *

Transform your career through a comprehensive 2-year training program, honing leadership skills and mastering maintenance management in the poultry industry while driving organizational effectiveness...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on building high-performing operations. Lead a diverse workforce, drive continuous improvement, and foster a positive culture while achieving safety, quality, and delivery g...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Champion a high-performing manufacturing team, driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement while fostering a positive work culture. Lead initiatives for growth and development in a dynamic env...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $130K *

Drive plant maintenance excellence by leading a skilled team, managing projects, and optimizing equipment performance to ensure safety, quality, and minimal downtime while fostering a culture of conti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of water operations by leading a dedicated team to ensure high-quality water delivery, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while fostering a culture of safety and collab...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$136K - $200K *

Take ownership of daily operations across multiple functions, ensuring effective coordination of resources, workflows, and priorities. Drive safety, quality, and productivity while fostering a culture...

1 week ago

  •   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.