Plant Quality Manager Jobs

Explore Plant Quality Manager opportunities with Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Plant Quality Managers lead the systems and teams that help manufacturing facilities deliver safe, reliable products while meeting customer, regulatory, and company requirements.

What Does a Plant Quality Manager Do?

Plant Quality Managers oversee quality programs across a manufacturing site. They may manage audits and inspections, monitor production performance, investigate defects and customer complaints, and coordinate corrective and preventive actions. The role often works closely with operations, engineering, supply chain, and executive leadership to make quality part of daily production.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience in manufacturing quality, quality management systems, regulatory compliance, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement. Depending on the industry, familiarity with standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, GMP, or other sector-specific requirements may be valuable. Strong communication, analytical judgment, and people-management skills help leaders translate quality data into practical improvements.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Plant Quality Managers work in industries including automotive, aerospace, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and industrial manufacturing. Their experience can support advancement into multi-site quality leadership, director-level quality roles, or broader operations and compliance positions.

Find Plant Quality Manager Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Plant Quality Manager jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by industry, location, and leadership scope to find a role aligned with your experience and career goals.

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$120K - $160K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $180K *

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$80K - $100K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $157K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $157K *

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

$108K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

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$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$212K - $345K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $211K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $195K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $195K *

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$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Plant Quality Manager do?question toggle

    A Plant Quality Manager leads a facility’s quality programs, oversees audits and compliance, analyzes production and customer issues, and guides corrective actions and continuous improvement.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Plant Quality Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and industry, but roles often call for manufacturing quality experience, knowledge of quality management systems and applicable regulations, and demonstrated leadership. Relevant standards or certifications may be preferred.

  • Which industries hire Plant Quality Managers?question toggle

    Employers hire Plant Quality Managers across automotive, aerospace, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and other manufacturing industries.

  • How much do Plant Quality Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on industry, location, experience, and the size and complexity of the facility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Plant Quality Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted Plant Quality Manager opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and filter listings by location and other preferences.