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.

Explore Plant Operations Manager Careers

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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$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading operations management in transportation and logistics. Oversee daily activities, ensure compliance, drive performance, and foster team development while enhancing customer...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams and optim...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence in ship repair. As an Operations Manager, you'll oversee production activities, manage manpower, and ensure efficient project execution across multipl...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Transform operations by leading manufacturing efficiency, driving continuous improvement, and building high-performing teams. Ensure quality and safety excellence while collaborating cross-functionall...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple deployment projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and timely delivery. Collaborate with teams to define goals, mitigate risks, and leverage Fortra products for o...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $124K *

Lead the charge in managing technical field operations for large-scale river restoration projects, overseeing staff, coordinating with external agencies, and ensuring compliance with design and enviro...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion operational excellence by leading material flow and cross-functional teams. Drive production efficiency, safety, and quality initiatives while fostering a culture of continuous improvement th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence as an Operations Manager, leading manufacturing processes, enhancing team performance, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Collaborate cross-functionally to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $125K *

Empower a dynamic legal team by managing requests, enhancing workflows, and supporting compliance. Drive legal operations and build infrastructure to streamline processes, ensuring attorneys focus on...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Empower plant operations by leading safety, quality, delivery, and cost initiatives. Drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and develop teams to optimize productivity and profitability in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing a robust quality control program, managing a team to enhance operational processes, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance across lending operations while leveraging autom...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operator training across multiple divisions. Lead initiatives, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement while collaborating with regional leaders t...

Portland, ORRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Elevate operator training excellence through regional leadership, ensuring compliance, quality, and continuous improvement across multiple divisions while collaborating with key stakeholders to drive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Advance manufacturing excellence by leading plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and oversee new facility launches to support growth a...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading underground operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while supervising personnel and coordinating maintenance. Drive performance and compliance in a dynamic mining env...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform underground operations by leading a skilled team, ensuring safety and efficiency while coordinating maintenance and compliance with mine plans. Drive employee development and uphold high per...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to effective production planning by developing and optimizing schedules across fabrication projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and enhance productivity in...

Airdrie, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Elevate operational efficiency by managing projects and compliance initiatives across multiple hydro power sites. Collaborate with teams to develop procedures, streamline maintenance, and ensure adher...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading a skilled team in dynamic 24/7 space operations, managing satellite missions, and ensuring peak performance and readiness for complex on-orbit activities. Drive success...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $120K *

Transform HVAC operations by leading a skilled trades team, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and client satisfaction while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across the region...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$96K - $120K *

Help us drive operational excellence in HVAC management by leading a skilled trades team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing client satisfaction through effective maintenance and project execution acr...

Yesterday

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

$96K - $120K *

Lead a skilled HVAC team to optimize operational performance and client satisfaction. Drive compliance, safety, and efficiency in HVAC maintenance and projects while fostering employee development and...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$109K - $125K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage tenant and capital improvement projects, ensuring properties are move-in ready. Leverage construction expertise to optimize real estate value and enha...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead production operations by overseeing paint and processing departments, ensuring quality and efficiency while driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance and reduce costs...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $110K *

Help us ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of our property, focusing on asset preservation, tenant relations, and safety compliance while managing budgets and leading a dedicated team to a...

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.