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 *

Join a team that's committed to driving operational excellence through leadership in Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality, while managing budgets and fostering talent to maximize production efficienc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $138K *

Drive client relationships and manage projects within a dynamic team. Oversee timelines, budgets, and quality standards while fostering collaboration and ensuring exemplary service delivery for optima...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Elevate quality standards by leading the quality management system, ensuring compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 and Nadcap. Collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement and maintain strong relati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $141K *

Lead a team in overseeing quality control processes for pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance laborato...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that provides critical QA oversight in cell therapy manufacturing, ensuring compliance and quality at every step. Lead QA operations, support manufacturing processes, and drive continuous...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Lead daily operations in production and maintenance, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance with regulations while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead regulatory strategies, ensuring compliance and driving product registrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support growth initiatives and maintain strong rela...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $250K *

Lead the charge in elevating test automation practices by defining strategies, building frameworks, and managing a dynamic QA team. Collaborate closely with engineering to ensure flawless product deli...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality in new product introductions. Collaborate with engineering and production to develop quality plans, perform statistical analyses, and lead corrective a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Lead the implementation and enforcement of a project-wide Quality Control Program, ensuring compliance and efficiency across construction activities while managing a diverse QC team. Collaborate with...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality excellence by managing Quality Management Systems and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate across teams to promote continuous improvement, enhance customer satisfaction, and u...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of automated quality metrics dashboards, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while enhancing system integrations and digital workflows for improved operati...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations, ensuring quality and efficiency in manufacturing ready-to-eat products. Drive strategic initiatives, manage resources, and foster a high-performing team...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$105K - $110K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality assurance for transportation and logistics operations. Oversee compliance, manage audits, and implement procedures to meet industry standards and customer requireme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing maintenance effectiveness and asset performance. Lead continuous improvement initiatives, coach technicians, and collaborate with operations to maximize asset...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$67K - $101K *

Elevate quality assurance by managing protein-based immunoassays, troubleshooting failures, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and enhance product performance in a dynamic lab env...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality assurance for transport and packaging validation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold compliance and readiness for commercial drug products while ma...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality assurance for transport and packaging validation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold compliance and readiness for commercial launch while managing...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance plant operations through innovative engineering solutions, overseeing maintenance and capital projects while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced man...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Lead and enhance quality operations across site by driving compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure all products meet safety and quality standards wh...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality and food safety initiatives while leading continuous improvement efforts across manufacturing operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product quality and foster a culture o...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to elevating quality standards and operational excellence. Lead a dynamic quality assurance organization, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across processes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $117K *

Reimagine quality assurance by ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, managing audits, and leading improvement initiatives. Drive training and maintain quality systems to guarantee product integrit...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $150K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading high-volume manufacturing teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring product quality and safety. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing multipl...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in managing daily operations of the Maintenance Department, ensuring timely completion of work orders, troubleshooting equipment issues, and driving process improvements for enhanced p...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.

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