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.

Explore Plant Operations Manager Careers

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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$59K - $109K *

Champion operational excellence by overseeing logistics, inventory, and team performance. Drive process improvements and ensure safety standards while delivering exceptional service in a dynamic, mult...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing operations across warehousing, logistics, and inventory. Lead a high-performing team, drive process improvements, and ensure safety while delivering exceptional service to...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform plant operations by leading a team to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient industrial waste treatment. Drive financial performance and customer satisfaction while fostering collaboration ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $258K *

Transform operations by leading multiple facilities to achieve safety, efficiency, and profitability. Drive P&L management, foster high-performance culture, and ensure compliance while optimizing reso...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $158K *

Drive operational excellence by leading plant operations and maintenance teams, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency while enhancing reliability and performance through strategic planning and c...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $168K *

Shape the future of plant operations by leading a team to ensure safe and efficient daily operations while adhering to environmental standards and compliance regulations. Drive improvements for produc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations across designated areas, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive strategic initiatives and enhance processes whil...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Innovate with us to enhance operational performance and financial success. Lead terminal operations, develop policies, manage resources, and drive team capabilities while ensuring exceptional client r...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Drive maintenance excellence by leading a dynamic team that ensures optimal performance and safety, while developing effective strategies to meet both immediate and long-term operational goals in a fa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $190K *

Transform your career by leading maintenance and reliability efforts at a major power generation facility. Oversee programs, enhance equipment performance, and ensure safety compliance while collabora...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $135K *

Drive the management of regional aggregate operations, focusing on mine planning, safety, and cost control, while leading a team to enhance productivity and maintain equipment. Collaborate with depart...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $187K *

Take ownership of critical power generation projects, ensuring 99.999% reliability in data center operations. Lead initiatives from concept to execution, collaborating across teams to enhance system r...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $160K *

Champion operational excellence by managing project logistics, personnel, and contractor coordination. Ensure seamless communication and safety compliance to enhance performance in a complex, high-sta...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform day-to-day operations by leading a diverse team, optimizing production efficiency, and enhancing employee performance while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by leading continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing processes, and enhancing safety, quality, and customer satisfaction across multiple business units to achieve mea...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by managing a diverse team in petrochemical production. Oversee safety, efficiency, and budget management while fostering collaboration and professional development to ach...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Champion safe and efficient plant operations by leading diverse teams, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring alignment with corporate goals to achieve production, quality, and budget targets whi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence in water transfer by leading a skilled team, managing daily functions, and ensuring safety compliance. Oversee budgeting, P&L, and client relations to enhance productivity...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by supervising production operations, guiding teams, and ensuring quality standards are met. Play a key role in optimizing processes, enhancing productivity, and fostering a collab...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by supervising production teams, ensuring quality and efficiency in manufacturing processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet customer demands and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee production operations, ensuring quality and efficiency. Lead supervisors, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement while meeting customer needs and maintaini...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering operational excellence by optimizing project planning, enhancing digital systems, and fostering continuous improvement across teams to drive timely execution and superio...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production and warehouse operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in a dynamic manufacturing environment while fostering a culture of continuous improvement a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading field operations for water distribution and wastewater systems. Drive initiatives that enhance public safety, customer service, and infrastructure while ensuring compliance...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$155K - $180K *

Pioneer operational excellence in commercial electrical construction by standardizing processes, implementing new systems, and training teams to enhance performance and efficiency across complex proje...

2 weeks 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.