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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$70K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing a robust QA/QC program, ensuring compliance with quality standards across projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster a culture of excellence...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading global Quality Management Systems, driving compliance and performance improvements across manufacturing operations while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance cust...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Champion our Plant's Quality Systems, ensuring compliance and food safety through effective management, training, and auditing. Collaborate across departments to uphold standards and drive quality imp...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Empower teams by enhancing food safety and quality protocols through hands-on training and real-time coaching. Own product adherence to specifications and maintain compliance on the floor, ensuring a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform the production floor by enhancing food safety and quality capabilities through training, coaching, and oversight of QA teams, ensuring adherence to standards while collaborating with operati...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Empower a quality-driven culture by leading food safety and compliance initiatives. Oversee quality systems, regulatory standards, and team development to ensure product excellence and continuous impr...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $110K *

Lead and enhance quality management systems to ensure compliance with AS9100 and ITAR standards, overseeing inspection and process improvements in a dynamic sheet metal and CNC manufacturing environme...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Champion the development and management of environmental, health, and safety initiatives across multiple facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting a safe working environment throu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $100K *

Transform production efficiency by leading operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a safety-first culture. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes and drive continuous improvement in a dyn...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $120K *

Empower quality assurance initiatives by developing and managing a robust Quality Management System (QMS). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Empower operational excellence by leading a safety-focused culture, optimizing processes, and driving team performance to enhance profitability and customer service in a dynamic environment...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead quality management initiatives by analyzing data, supervising staff, and implementing corrective actions. Champion Lean practices and maintain ISO standards to enhance operational efficiency and...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Empower project quality through hands-on leadership, ensuring compliance and safety. Collaborate with teams to enhance construction methods, mentor staff, and conduct audits, all while traveling exten...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of plant nutrients by leading integrated strategies across wholesale, specialty, and agronomy sectors. Drive commercial performance, foster collaboration, and unlock efficiencies to e...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency across production, distribution, and maintenance. Collaborate with teams to optimize resources and drive profitab...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer operational excellence by leading a multi-shift manufacturing team, ensuring safety and production goals are met while driving continuous improvement and preparing for future leadership opport...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $168K *

Elevate quality standards by managing the quality control program, ensuring compliance, and leading a dedicated team to enhance product excellence and customer satisfaction through continuous improvem...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Empower teams to enhance product quality by developing and implementing assurance programs. Collaborate with management to address manufacturing challenges and drive continuous improvement initiatives...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Champion the efficiency and reliability of plant operations by overseeing maintenance programs, managing teams, and leading projects. Elevate equipment performance while driving continuous improvement...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior QC Scientist, where you'll coordinate Quality Control activities, ensuring compliance and timely testing across projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uph...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower the FSQA team to enhance product safety and quality through effective leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement, ensuring all practices meet or exceed regulatory and customer stand...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading the FSQA team to ensure food safety and quality across facilities, fostering collaboration, compliance, and continuous improvement while driving team development and perfor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $150K *

Transform quality assurance processes across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement. Lead a team to uphold regulatory standards while fostering collaboration with customers and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $150K *

Optimize quality assurance processes across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with regulations and customer standards. Lead a team to enhance quality systems, manage audits, and drive continuous imp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $150K *

Optimize quality assurance processes across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with regulations and customer standards. Lead a team to enhance quality systems, manage audits, and drive continuous imp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.