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.
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.
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.
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.
$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
$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
$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
Site General Manager, Manufacturing Operations
$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
Operations Applications Supervisor
$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
Operations Applications Supervisor
$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
$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
$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
Manager - Operations Terminals III
$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
$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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$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
$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
$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
$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
$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
$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
Operational Excellence Manager
$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
$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
$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...
4 weeks ago
Maintenance Manager in Training
$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
$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
$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
$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
$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
$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
What does a Plant Operations Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
Explore Plant Operations Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.