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 - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining industrial sales by leading a dynamic branch, driving profitability, and mentoring a high-performing sales team to achieve exceptional customer satisfaction and market gr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion your career by leading a dynamic sales team, driving P&L growth, and enhancing customer relationships in a thriving industrial distribution environment. Leverage your expertise to motivate an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a manufacturing facility focused on food production. Ensure safety, quality, and compliance while optimizing performance and fostering a culture of continuous i...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $170K *

Lead daily plant operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while fostering a high-performing team. Drive continuous improvement and maintain production standards to meet customer demands in a dynamic...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $138K *

Advance your career by supervising a diverse team in Gas Field Operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while managing daily tasks and compliance with regulations. Lead emergency response efforts an...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $155K *

Lead the charge in overseeing maintenance operations and facilities management. Guide a team to ensure equipment and systems operate efficiently and safely, implement improvements, and uphold complian...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$117K - $156K *

Lead the charge in managing teams to achieve operational excellence and financial goals. Drive people development and resource mobilization while adapting strategies to meet evolving challenges in a d...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Empower our team by managing and selling industrial maintenance services. You'll develop client relationships, oversee project execution, and ensure safety and quality while coordinating with union re...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in 24/7 IT Service Desk operations, driving incident management and enhancing IT resiliency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate user experience and operational excellen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Elevate IT operations by leading a 24/7 Service Desk, managing incidents, and enhancing reliability practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve user experience and drive operational...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations while fostering a culture of safety and accountability. Drive production efficiency and quality by managing a dedicated team and collaborating across dep...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $112K *

Innovate advanced manufacturing automation solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and productivity across global supply chains, while leading projects in we...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building and mentoring a high-performing engineering team, delivering innovative solutions for high voltage substation projects while ensuring excellence in technical standards and...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex engineering projects for Motor Control Center design, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards while fostering collaboration across teams and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by leading complex engineering projects in motor control systems. Manage schedules, coordinate teams, and ensure compliance with industry standards while driving customer satisfact...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $165K *

Lead field execution from preconstruction to turnover, driving project strategy and team development. Collaborate with management to enhance productivity and safety while building strong relationships...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $165K *

Advance your career by leading field execution and project strategy in mechanical construction. Drive productivity, safety, and quality while developing high-performing teams and building strong relat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $165K *

Lead the charge in executing complex mechanical projects, overseeing field operations, and developing high-performing teams. Drive productivity and safety while building strong relationships with stak...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $165K *

Lead the charge in mechanical construction, overseeing project execution from preconstruction to turnover. Develop high-performing teams while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity across multipl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K *

Grow pivotal remediation projects by collaborating across teams to drive environmental solutions, enhance customer satisfaction, and optimize operational efficiency in diverse sectors. Lead efforts to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform operations by leading a dynamic team of 150+ in a fast-paced distribution center. Drive efficiency, coach talent, and ensure safety while collaborating with management to enhance productivit...

3 days ago

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

$95K - $105K *

Lead the charge in optimizing DC operations by attracting, developing, and retaining top talent while ensuring efficient product movement and continuous improvement in a dynamic warehouse environment...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading safe, efficient operations of branch logistics while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Join a dynamic team fostering a positive work culture and driving...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $95K *

Champion daily assembly operations by developing teams, improving processes, and delivering safe, high-quality production while meeting operational goals for safety, quality, and cost-efficiency in a...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the successful execution of offshore projects, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and technical specifications while managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.