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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$100K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a dynamic team to enhance safety, production efficiency, and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Drive continuous improvement an...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$76K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maximizing branch productivity through effective leadership and operational excellence. Collaborate with management to ensure safety, compliance, and exceptional custom...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate operational excellence across the West region by leading teams, enhancing safety, and driving continuous improvement. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize performance metrics and foste...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming operations through strategic initiatives that drive growth. You'll lead cross-functional projects, build financial models, and implement processes that shape our trajec...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $124K *

Engage in a dynamic role overseeing maintenance operations, ensuring optimal performance of equipment and facilities. Lead a skilled team, implement preventive maintenance programs, and drive efficien...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Lead daily operations to achieve safety, quality, and cost targets while driving continuous improvement and compliance. Collaborate across functions to enhance plant performance and develop teams for...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a remanufacturing facility, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while fostering high-performing teams and meeting customer demands for timely delivery and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform plant operations by leading teams to achieve efficiency, safety, and quality. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing budgets and fostering strong relationships with customer...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence at our manufacturing facility, driving strategic initiatives in safety, quality, and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $182K *

Lead operational excellence and strategic direction in a manufacturing facility, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing P&L and fostering a h...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $144K *

Champion maintenance planning by overseeing work order processes, coordinating outages, and ensuring compliance with policies. Collaborate with teams to optimize planning, reduce inventory, and enhanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $130K *

Reimagine operations by leading our packaging and kitting teams to double revenue while enhancing quality and delivery. Drive continuous improvement and develop talent to create meaningful work experi...

5 days ago

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

$125K - $130K *

Grow your career with a transformative operations leadership role focused on scaling packaging and kitting operations while enhancing quality and delivery. Lead a dedicated team to drive meaningful ch...

5 days ago

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

$125K - $130K *

Transform operations by scaling packaging from $5M to $10M while enhancing quality and delivery. Lead a dedicated team, optimize ERP systems, and create meaningful work experiences for individuals wit...

5 days ago

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

$125K - $130K *

Lead our operations team to scale packaging and kitting from $5M to $10M, enhancing quality and delivery. Drive continuous improvement and optimize our ERP system while fostering meaningful work exper...

5 days ago

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

$150K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing operations while ensuring safety and quality. Lead continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate across functions to enhance supply chain...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower a dedicated team as you oversee site operations, focusing on safety, financial performance, and client partnerships while ensuring the efficiency and longevity of wind turbine plants...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform parts operations across multiple states by leading and developing high-performing teams. Ensure parts availability, optimize inventory, and standardize processes to enhance service efficienc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $157K *

Shape operational excellence by leading multiple ready-mix sites, driving safety, employee development, and performance. Collaborate with teams to optimize logistics and production while fostering a c...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Take ownership of operational excellence by leading production, sanitation, and logistics teams to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality standards while ensuring continuous improvement and team coll...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $125K *

Join a team that's driving innovative water and wastewater projects! As a key Project Manager, you will lead complex initiatives ensuring timely and successful delivery within budget while fostering c...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $125K *

Take ownership of diverse water and wastewater projects, overseeing all phases from planning to execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure projects meet scope, quality, and budget constraints...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $125K *

Engineer impactful water and wastewater projects by overseeing all phases, from planning to execution, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards, while fostering communication am...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $125K *

Manage and coordinate complex water and wastewater projects from start to finish, ensuring adherence to budget, milestones, and quality standards while collaborating with stakeholders and vendors to s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in managing daily operations of the Maintenance Department, ensuring timely completion of work orders, troubleshooting equipment issues, and driving process improvements for enhanced p...

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.