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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$85K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading branch activities, enhancing service delivery, and fostering a high-performing team culture. Collaborate with sales and corporate teams to achieve revenue growt...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $182K *

Champion operational excellence and team development as you lead a dynamic team, driving performance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in a fast-paced fulfillment environment...

Today

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

$135K - $182K *

Transform operational excellence by leading teams to achieve budgetary and performance goals. Drive quality initiatives and foster employee development while ensuring safety and customer satisfaction...

Yesterday

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

$135K - $182K *

Take ownership of large-scale operations, leading teams to achieve excellence in performance, safety, and customer satisfaction while driving continuous improvement and innovation across the supply ch...

Yesterday

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

$135K - $182K *

Champion operational excellence by leading teams to achieve budgetary and performance goals. Drive quality initiatives and foster employee development in a dynamic fulfillment environment, ensuring sa...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $182K *

Optimize operational excellence by leading a team to achieve performance goals, enhance employee relations, and implement process improvements. Drive strategic initiatives to foster a culture of conti...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $182K *

Innovate operational excellence by leading a dynamic team to drive performance, safety, and quality initiatives. Oversee all aspects of site operations, fostering employee development and collaboratio...

2 weeks ago

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

$121K - $164K *

Take ownership of operational excellence by leading a team to drive quality, safety, and performance in a fast-paced environment. Foster employee development and implement process improvements to meet...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $182K *

Elevate operations by overseeing a dynamic team, driving process improvements, and ensuring safety while achieving performance objectives in a fast-paced fulfillment environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $182K *

Help us drive operational excellence and team development as you lead a diverse staff in achieving performance goals while optimizing processes and enhancing employee relations in a fast-paced fulfill...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$135K - $182K *

Engage in transformative leadership that drives operational excellence while fostering team development and enhancing productivity in a dynamic fulfillment environment. Ensure safety, quality, and per...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Optimize product operations by leading cross-functional teams to enhance quality, resolve issues, and drive customer-centric solutions, ensuring seamless product support from inception to maintenance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing operations across multiple plants, ensuring safety, quality, and cost-efficiency while driving continuous improvement and profitability through skilled management and col...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Shape the future of civil construction by leading field operations across multiple projects. Drive efficiency, safety, and quality while managing resources and personnel to meet project goals and enha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Empower our financial operations by leading accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Drive collaboration across teams to enhance decision-making and optimize systems, while mentoring a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $98K *

Manage daily operations by coordinating work plans across multiple crews, ensuring optimal resource use while prioritizing safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Adapt schedules in real-time to m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $98K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing operations and resource management. You'll coordinate daily work plans, ensuring safety and efficiency while enhancing customer satisfaction and regulatory c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence by managing technical support for diverse product offerings, ensuring consistent quality and efficiency across facilities while collaborating with cross-functional teams t...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on driving operational excellence and continuous improvement in injection molding manufacturing. Lead initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and s...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Help us streamline operations and logistics by managing workforce deployment, ensuring efficient communication between clients and workers, and driving growth through exceptional service and organizat...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$84K - $114K *

Join a team that oversees the safe and efficient operation of complex power generation systems, providing training and support to lower-grade operators while ensuring compliance with safety and enviro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform infrastructure projects by leading civil construction efforts, ensuring compliance with engineering standards while fostering collaboration across teams to deliver high-quality, sustainable...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead field operations to enhance safety, productivity, and quality across business units. Drive operational consistency and optimize resources while fostering a culture of leadership and continuous im...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $85K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead production operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet production goals a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $150K *

Empower our team by leading maintenance and reliability strategies to ensure optimal equipment performance, safety, and efficiency in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. Drive continuous improve...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.