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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Lead the charge in connecting strategy with execution to drive revenue growth. Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement marketing strategies, enhance proposal quality, and build client rel...
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Transform quality control operations across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance and excellence in biotechnology and medical device production. Lead teams, drive continuous improvement, a...
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Lead quality assurance initiatives to ensure compliance with ISO standards, drive continuous improvement, and enhance customer satisfaction through effective management of quality systems and team per...
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$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead manufacturing operations, driving safety, quality, and efficiency while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and team development in a fast-paced environment...
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Join a dynamic team as you lead packaging quality initiatives, manage lab personnel, and drive continuous improvement in testing and compliance. Ensure operational excellence while fostering a safe an...
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$100K - $189K *
Transform customer quality management by leading initiatives that enhance product and process quality. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues, drive improvements, and ensure customer satisfaction wh...
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QA/QC Manager - Michels Construction, Inc.
$115K - $159K *
Lead the charge in ensuring quality excellence by implementing and overseeing QA/QC programs, conducting inspections, and fostering collaboration with project teams to meet industry standards and spec...
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Elevate quality management across engineering, procurement, and construction for a refinery project. Oversee quality plans, audits, and contractor activities while promoting quality awareness and ensu...
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Take ownership of quality assurance processes in manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and certifications. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product quality and...
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First Line Manager, Quality Control (Term Position)
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Champion quality excellence by leading a team of technicians in nuclear operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and effective project execution while fostering collaboration across depar...
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Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality excellence through meticulous document control, product release oversight, and data analysis, while fostering a collaborative environment to drive cont...
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Lead the charge in quality engineering and supervision, ensuring effective operations of the Quality Inspection group. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement quality systems and methodologies, dr...
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Lead the charge in managing complex projects, ensuring client satisfaction and team growth. Utilize your expertise to drive project execution, build strong client relationships, and foster a high-perf...
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Manage complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and team collaboration. Leverage expertise in engineering and project management to drive efficiency, mitigate risks...
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Lead the charge in managing complex projects, ensuring client satisfaction and team growth. Drive execution across all phases while fostering strong relationships and implementing strategic solutions...
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Elevate project success by leading complex initiatives, managing client relationships, and mentoring teams. Drive strategic execution and financial performance while fostering a collaborative environm...
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$95K - $115K *
Empower your career by leading quality initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Oversee QA staff, manage audits, and ensure compliance with technical specifications while driving continuous...
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$90K - $110K *
Advance quality standards by leading Quality Assurance initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving continuous improvement across operations. Collaborate with teams to enhance produc...
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Manager, GMP Supplier Quality Management
$108K - $130K *
Lead the charge in enhancing supplier quality management across multiple sites. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and serve as the key liaison for...
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Manage quality control field inspections and remediation for structured cabling projects. Collaborate on process improvements, drive training initiatives, and ensure compliance with industry standards...
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Lead the charge in ensuring quality excellence for federal construction projects. Oversee compliance, coordinate quality control activities, and foster relationships with stakeholders to deliver defec...
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Staff Portables and Power Quality Engineer
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Drive quality excellence in our Supply Chain by collaborating across teams to ensure high standards for product development and manufacturing. Champion user experience through effective quality system...
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Shape the future of quality assurance in automotive manufacturing by leading compliance, driving initiatives, and enhancing supplier quality standards, while fostering a culture of excellence and cont...
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Join us to lead our quality engineering team, driving quality assurance initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes an...
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Drive quality excellence across multiple manufacturing plants by setting standards, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with ISO 9001. Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement...
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What does a Plant Quality Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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