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 efficient production planning to align manufacturing with customer demand. Lead a team to optimize inventory, enhance asset utilization, and ensure timely delivery while driving continuous im...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the daily operations of water plant facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and effective team management. Oversee maintenance, budgeting, and communication with stakeholders to enhance...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $140K *

Drive operational excellence and safety as a senior leader, overseeing station management, compliance, and service delivery while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement in a dynamic...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading complex engineering projects in motor control systems. Oversee design, implementation, and project management while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure successful...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing complex engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications. Collaborate across divisions to drive project success and maintain high standard...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in advancing carbon operations by driving MRV strategies, engaging stakeholders, and optimizing wastewater treatment initiatives to ensure effective carbon credit validation and sales...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in carbon operations and wastewater management. You'll lead measurement, reporting, and verification strategies while engaging with stakeholders to enhance projec...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining workplace operations by designing and scaling services that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency across multiple locations in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading operations to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency goals. Drive continuous improvement and foster a high-performing team culture while collaborating with cross-func...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Support our team by managing plant maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead integrated well completions by leveraging operational expertise and technical knowledge. Oversee CNG equipment commissioning, training, and project management to ensure high-quality performance a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading plant management efforts, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and driving productivity. Collaborate across teams to optimize processes, man...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform operations as a strategic leader in electrical contracting, overseeing project execution and team development while driving safety, quality, and profitability across diverse residential and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Drive the safe and efficient operations of a major airport, overseeing airfield, landside, and terminal activities. Lead a team to ensure compliance with regulations while enhancing passenger services...

2 days ago

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

$102K - $118K *

Lead a dynamic team to manage day-to-day maintenance operations for a transit fleet, ensuring compliance with safety standards and contractual obligations while optimizing budget and performance outco...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$108K - $124K *

Lead the maintenance operations for a transit bus fleet, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and effective budget management while overseeing a team of technicians and maintaining high se...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of production operations, driving safety, quality, and cost efficiency while fostering a positive work environment and developing talent to achieve best-in-class performance across the...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage and oversee all phases of power infrastructure projects, ensuring timely execution and budget adherence while fostering strong client relationships and leading project teams to success...

5 days ago

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

$88K - $132K *

Champion operational excellence across Seeds Development in the Western US, driving strategic leadership, compliance, and talent development to enhance nursery and seed logistics performance while ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Deliver exceptional project execution and operational support for data center infrastructure, leading teams and coordinating resources to ensure successful outcomes across multiple projects in a dynam...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$86K - $90K *

Take ownership of facility operations by managing resources, formulating policies, and ensuring efficient distribution to meet business goals while optimizing costs and supporting team development...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$105K - $160K *

Innovate safety and compliance strategies across operations, ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement in environmental health and s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $136K *

Elevate transportation safety and efficiency by leading engineering and traffic operations programs. Oversee advanced traffic systems, manage contracts, and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve st...

1 week ago

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

$147K - $164K *

Transform plant operations by leading performance, ensuring compliance, and managing P&L. Drive customer satisfaction and risk management while overseeing personnel and subcontractors to achieve opera...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in marine fabrication. Lead manufacturing operations, ensuring safety and quality while driving continuous improvement for enhanced production performance an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.