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 - $95K *

Engineer quality assurance strategies for federal construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards through inspections, documentation, and corrective actions. Collaborate with teams to uphold...

3 weeks ago

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

$117K - $176K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement operations and driving strategic sourcing initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and unc...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $101K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality and process improvement. Lead initiatives, interact with customers and suppliers, and mentor staff to ensure compliance and excellence in product qual...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Drive excellence in electrical quality assurance, ensuring project accuracy and compliance with safety and industry standards. Collaborate across teams for successful mission-critical electrical insta...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $192K *

Optimize quality management systems in semiconductor manufacturing. Lead risk assessments, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational excellence while en...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Manage Quality Control and Assurance functions, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations while leading a team, driving operational efficiency, and fostering quality improvement across proces...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead Quality Control initiatives, overseeing compliance and team development to ensure Total Quality System and regulatory standards are met. Drive improvements in testing and process controls, foster...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $170K *

Shape the quality management landscape by driving compliance, continuous improvement, and operational excellence while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and enhancing site performance across...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Empower compliance excellence by managing enterprise certification programs, ensuring audit readiness, and integrating quality processes into project workflows. Collaborate with teams to uphold standa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Champion food safety and quality management systems, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement. Lead audits, training, and cross-functional collaboration to uphold standards and drive excellence...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of operations by leading a dedicated team, fostering growth, and ensuring a safe, efficient environment. Drive continuous improvement while building strong relationships and supportin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring food safety and quality. Lead the quality department, drive continuous improvement, and maintain compliance with regulations while fostering a culture of excel...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with us by leading operations in our dynamic environment, enhancing safety and efficiency while driving team performance and achieving production goals across multiple departments for...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $105K *

Champion food safety and quality as you lead our Quality Assurance and compliance efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional product standards, regulatory adherence, and co...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing a skilled maintenance team, enhancing operational efficiency through preventive maintenance, mentorship, and safety oversight while driving continuous improvement and achie...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $126K *

Drive operational excellence by managing logistics teams, implementing business plans, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards while fostering associate development and resolving cus...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$84K - $126K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role overseeing operations, driving improvements, and managing teams to achieve business goals while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. Join us t...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $150K *

Lead and optimize the Nuclear Quality Assurance Program, ensuring compliance with NQA-1 standards. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality processes, oversee supplier performance, and drive continuo...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the plant Quality organization to drive continuous improvement in processes, ensuring compliance with standards and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective quality management and team l...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of the plant Quality organization, driving continuous improvement in processes, systems, and supplier quality to enhance customer satisfaction and ensure compliance with industry standa...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Manage and optimize quality operations by overseeing technician teams, ensuring compliance with standards, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiency and performance...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by leading manufacturing strategies, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, and efficiency while managing and developing a dynamic...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$84K - $126K *

Join a team that's committed to elevating grain storage operations. Lead, strategize, and enhance facility performance while focusing on safety, customer service, and continuous improvement in a dynam...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring project quality and compliance. As a key player, you'll implement quality control programs, manage inspections, and oversee contractor quality, driving excelle...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage and implement quality control programs to ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards. Oversee inspections, training, and documentation while coordinating with subcontrac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.

  • 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.