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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$80K - $95K *

Support elevator repair operations by coordinating materials, scheduling, and safety protocols. Collaborate with field leadership to ensure quality workmanship and project follow-up while managing mul...

Yesterday

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

$200K - $250K *

Empower digital transformation by leading strategic IT operations, fostering executive partnerships, and driving alignment across global teams to enhance business outcomes and operational efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of warehouse operations by leading PM logistics execution, driving performance, ensuring safety and quality, and developing teams for excellence in service delivery. Your strategic di...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $118K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing maintenance teams, ensuring efficient equipment performance, and implementing safety protocols. Collaborate with vendors and manage budgets to enhance servic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$112K - $140K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations, ensuring safety and compliance while managing a skilled team. Drive efficiency through preventive maintenance and budget management, fostering a c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading IT operations in a dynamic marine terminal environment. Oversee service delivery, manage vendor relationships, and ensure seamless technology integration to support critica...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Champion project excellence by leading teams and managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Ensure successful project execution from initiation to closeout, collaborating with clients and sta...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape operational excellence by leading a manufacturing facility, ensuring safety, quality, and profitability while fostering team development and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Join us to lead a dynamic manufacturing facility, ensuring operational excellence, safety, and team development while driving continuous improvement and achieving financial goals in a collaborative en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage and lead manufacturing teams to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a positive work environment and meeting customer requirements th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead and optimize daily operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in waste management services. Collaborate with teams to exceed customer expectations while driving continuous improvement and profita...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of manufacturing operations by leading cross-departmental initiatives, optimizing processes, and driving efficiency. Collaborate with teams to implement policies and achieve organizat...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Oversee maintenance operations across multiple shifts, ensuring quality service delivery and compliance with safety standards while driving continuous improvement and team development in a dynamic env...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the mechanical maintenance team in a dynamic 24/7 paper manufacturing environment. Drive safety, reliability, and efficiency of critical equipment while optimizing maintenance processes and foste...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial operations by leading a dynamic accounting team, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic insights to enhance business performance and operational efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead manufacturing teams to achieve safety, quality, and cost objectives while ensuring on-time delivery and customer satisfaction in a dynamic, multi-shift environment. Drive continuous improvement a...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead workforce and production capacity planning to enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data-driven decisions and continuous improvement initiatives that op...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform project execution by leading on-site operations for complex wind farm repower initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure efficient resource management, safety compliance, and succ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Champion the execution of complex wind farm projects by leading on-site operations, coordinating personnel, and ensuring efficient logistics and safety protocols to meet customer needs and project goa...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing operations, driving profitability, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Oversee cross-functional teams to ensure efficiency, quality, and safe...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations, ensuring safety and quality while managing production, maintenance, and compliance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster a collaborative...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing railroad operations, enhancing safety, efficiency, and profitability while managing a dedicated team and fostering customer relationships to achieve strategi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee warehouse operations, manage inventory, and lead staff. Drive efficiency through effective planning and coordination while ensuring a safe and organized environment. You...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing key aspects of a Mega-project for a greenfield Low Carbon Ammonia facility, overseeing engineering firms, developing project scopes, and ensuring timely execution within bu...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations, enhancing performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring quality, safety, and compliance in a dynamic manufacturing environment...

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.