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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$69K - $91K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring safe and efficient plant operations. As a Control Room Operator, you'll manage start-up and shutdown procedures while guiding operators and responding to alarm...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Drive successful product launches by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring operational excellence, and meeting customer expectations. Oversee plant tasks, deliverables, and compliance with quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $119K *

Lead the planning and management of city parking operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Oversee personnel, budgets, and shared mobility programs while implementing best pr...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer the future of geothermal reservoir modeling by leading a dynamic team to develop, calibrate, and apply advanced numerical models that drive sustainable generation and strategic development acr...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $170K *

Lead the daily operations of a biomass power plant, ensuring efficiency and compliance while fostering a safety-focused and collaborative environment for continuous improvement in culture and performa...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $185K *

Optimize production operations by leading safety initiatives, managing budgets, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate with teams to achieve efficiency and meet sales objectives while fostering a...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$153K - $283K *

Lead operational excellence by overseeing project delivery, financial performance, and team dynamics. Collaborate with leadership to enhance client satisfaction and staff utilization while driving str...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $302K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations and project delivery for the Power & Energy sector, ensuring financial performance and team effectiveness while fostering a culture of excellence and collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $283K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by managing project delivery, financial performance, and team dynamics. Collaborate with leadership to drive growth and ensure quality across diverse projects...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $283K *

Champion operational excellence by leading project delivery and financial performance across multiple regions. Collaborate with leadership to enhance team dynamics, optimize resources, and drive strat...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $283K *

Drive operational excellence by leading project delivery and financial performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client satisfaction and staff utilization while fostering a cultu...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $283K *

Shape the future of operations in the Power & Energy sector by leading project delivery, optimizing financial performance, and enhancing team dynamics. Collaborate with leadership to drive growth and...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $210K *

Lead the operations of a manufacturing facility, driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement while developing a high-performing team and aligning business objectives with operational execution...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $190K *

Transform operations by leading a dynamic team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring safety and efficiency while driving continuous improvement and talent development to meet business ob...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$190K - $210K *

Join a team that's committed to operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Lead a diverse workforce, drive innovation, and foster a culture of safety and accountability while ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by leading cross-functional initiatives, enhancing decision-making processes, and driving impactful change to optimize company performance and user experience in a dyna...

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate operational excellence by leading a high-performing team, driving production efficiency, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while fostering cross-functional collabora...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize operations by fostering a safety-first culture, managing resources, and enhancing team performance to meet business goals and customer expectations effectively...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize maintenance planning, enhance efficiency, and ensure safety compliance. Collaborate across departments to schedule and document maintenance activities, driving continuo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by leading cross-functional initiatives, enhancing decision-making processes, and streamlining workflows. Collaborate with teams to build tools that improve execution visi...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading critical initiatives and optimizing operational processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows, and drive impactful out...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer operational excellence by leading cross-functional initiatives, enhancing decision-making processes, and driving impactful change. Collaborate with leadership to streamline workflows and impro...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, optimizing production processes, and delivering quality materials while supporting site management and fina...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer operational excellence by managing production processes, ensuring safety, quality, and cost efficiency. Lead teams in continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a collaborative environ...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $98K *

Transform the resident experience by overseeing operations in supportive housing. Lead a dedicated team to ensure safety, compliance, and hospitality while fostering a welcoming community environment...

1 week ago

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

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.