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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$90K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead our HVAC/R service operations, ensuring exceptional customer service and team development. Drive performance, manage financials, and enhance operational efficiency while foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $125K *

Empower our service operations by leading a dynamic HVAC team, ensuring exceptional customer service and operational excellence while driving team development and achieving strategic goals...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$68K - $98K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic Assembly team focused on producing top-tier machinery. Oversee operations, enhance productivity, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety and qua...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$68K - $98K *

Lead the charge in frontline operations, driving team performance and process adherence while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing aggregate operations across multiple facilities, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance while driving production and profitability targets. Lead process impr...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic organization by enhancing operations, supporting leadership, and driving initiatives across multiple departments. Leverage your logistics expertise to identify ineffic...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$119K - $161K *

Manage large-scale material handling equipment installation projects, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring timely delivery within budget. Drive continuous improvement in deployment process...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of operations by leading a skilled team in delivering quality mechanical solutions. Drive excellence in production, enhance customer service, and foster employee development while ach...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $90K *

Lead the charge in ensuring operational excellence through effective quality management, overseeing compliance, and enhancing customer relations while managing resources and processes to meet contract...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K *

Transform quality management by overseeing operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing customer relations. Lead initiatives to develop effective quality control processes while managing budgets and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive operational excellence across multiple manufacturing sites, fostering continuous improvement strategies and Lean practices to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and produc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Drive operational excellence by implementing a unified continuous improvement system across sites, enhancing productivity, and fostering a culture of accountability and innovation while collaborating...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of defense manufacturing by leading high-rate production operations, optimizing efficiency, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Drive continuous improvement while manag...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $165K *

Lead and manage the Utilities Team, ensuring effective operations and water quality programs. Drive strategic planning, oversee infrastructure, and foster team development while adhering to safety and...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate production efficiency by leading teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring safety. Drive cost-effective manufacturing while maintaining quality standards and schedules. Collaborate on planning...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K *

Optimize domestic logistics operations and lead a team to ensure efficient, compliant transportation from international vendors, driving continuous improvement and cost savings while collaborating acr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Accelerate project execution by leading medium-sized initiatives, ensuring compliance with standards, and guiding cross-functional teams to deliver optimal results while prioritizing strategic alignme...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic production team to achieve operational excellence. Oversee daily plant activities, manage staff, and ensure quality standards while fostering a collaborative envi...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $96K *

Transform campus operations by leading facilities management and engineering services. Ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance while optimizing workflows, managing budgets, and developing a high-per...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$74K - $96K *

Lead the charge in optimizing facilities and engineering operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance across multiple buildings while managing teams and resources to enhance service deliver...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the manufacturing facility by overseeing production operations, managing teams, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality across all depar...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Reimagine operational efficiency by overseeing plant management, leading personnel, and driving production goals while ensuring safety and quality standards are upheld throughout manufacturing process...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by overseeing branch operations, driving sales, and ensuring exceptional customer service. Lead a team, manage budgets, and maintain inventory while fostering strong B2B relationsh...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $159K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a high-performing team, ensuring safety, compliance, and continuous improvement while achieving strategic goals and enhancing customer satisfaction across multi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Optimize wireless network installations across diverse venues, ensuring compliance with technical and aesthetic standards. Collaborate effectively while managing projects, schedules, and subcontractor...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.