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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$80K - $105K *

Lead quality control initiatives by supervising laboratory staff, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and maintaining analytical precision in a fast-paced environment to optimize performance an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $164K *

Champion quality excellence in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Lead a team to ensure compliance with regulations and drive continuous improvement initiatives while overseeing quality operations...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Manage member engagement and event execution while providing operational support to enhance organizational goals and strengthen industry presence. Collaborate with teams to drive initiatives and ensur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence as you oversee co-manufacturing strategies and relationships, ensuring quality production and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate across teams to enhance supply chain efficien...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Shape the financial future of the plant by supervising accounting activities, enhancing reporting accuracy, and driving cost control initiatives that align with our corporate goals and regulatory comp...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$102K - $142K *

Innovate quality and food safety initiatives by managing compliance processes, influencing cross-functional partnerships, and leading a dedicated team to ensure product excellence at the manufacturing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading food safety and quality systems implementation, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across production shifts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to m...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives to ensure supplier compliance and product excellence. Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to resolve quality issues, maintain standards, and promote continu...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to high-quality module delivery by managing quality systems, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective leadership and data-driven decision-making...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead complex automation projects from design to implementation, ensuring successful delivery of AGV systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, productivity, and operational ef...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K *

Shape the future of quality management by leading plant functions, ensuring compliance with IATF 16949/ISO 9001, and driving continuous improvement across teams to enhance product quality and customer...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K *

Elevate quality standards by leading plant Quality and Laboratory functions, ensuring compliance with IATF 16949 / ISO 9001, and driving continuous improvement across operations, suppliers, and custom...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $258K *

Lead global quality initiatives by managing nonconformance, investigation, and CAPA processes. Collaborate with diverse teams, drive compliance, and enhance quality systems across Abbott's operations...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $258K *

Shape the future of quality management by leading global initiatives in nonconformance and CAPA processes. Collaborate with teams across Abbott to enhance quality systems, ensuring compliance with ind...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$117K *

Champion environmental, health, safety, and security compliance at the plant level. Lead training, incident investigations, and regulatory documentation to foster a zero-harm work environment while co...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Champion a dynamic materials management team, driving operational excellence and strategic supply chain initiatives to enhance production efficiency and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced manufactu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $130K *

Help us ensure project excellence as an Onsite Quality Control Manager, overseeing quality compliance and inspections across all construction phases, collaborating with teams and stakeholders to deliv...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $130K *

Empower project success by leading quality control initiatives on-site, ensuring compliance with specifications, regulations, and standards throughout the construction process while collaborating with...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $130K *

Oversee the project quality control program, ensuring compliance with contract specifications and industry standards. Collaborate with teams on inspections, documentation, and performance monitoring t...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform capital investment initiatives by managing engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with safety standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve stra...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality assurance standards by leading compliance audits, monitoring raw materials, and ensuring product integrity. Collaborate across departments to enhance product development and resolve cu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading our Quality Management System and cultivating a quality-centric culture. Collaborate across teams to define standards, manage audits, and support regulatory compliance a...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Lead quality control initiatives to ensure compliance with project specifications and standards. Oversee documentation and inspections, coordinate with teams, and manage corrective actions for success...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Build and run a proactive statewide Quality Control Program to enhance service delivery across Facilities Engineering, Custodial, and Construction, focusing on prevention and continuous improvement...

2 days ago

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

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.

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