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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$88K - $105K *

Analyze and optimize whey and ingredient processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and yield. Lead projects, ensure compliance with safety standards, and provide technical support to improve operation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$66K - $111K *

Oversee Food Safety & Quality operations, ensuring compliance and excellence. Lead a team, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive continuous improvement in quality metrics while managing audits and...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform manufacturing operations by leading safe, compliant, and efficient production processes while optimizing team performance and equipment reliability to meet customer demands and operational g...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $120K *

Oversee and manage all production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and timely delivery. Lead inspection activities, engage with customers, and foster a culture of continuous improvement withi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Manage production operations, ensuring efficiency and quality. Lead inspection activities, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and engage with customers to provide timely updates. Foster a culture...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing production operations, ensuring timely execution and quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage with customers to drive efficiency and continuo...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of quality and process improvement by leading initiatives, optimizing operations, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance customer satisfaction and drive continuous improv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality processes and team performance, driving continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards in a dynamic manufacturi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $288K *

Drive excellence in quality operations by leading compliance, improvement initiatives, and customer satisfaction efforts in a dynamic life sciences environment. Oversee quality systems, audits, and st...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $140K *

Take ownership of sourcing strategies for raw materials, managing $50-$70M spend. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supplier performance, mitigate risks, and drive cost improvements...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform plant operations by leading teams to achieve efficiency, safety, and quality. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing budgets and fostering strong relationships with customer...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence at our manufacturing facility, driving strategic initiatives in safety, quality, and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $182K *

Lead operational excellence and strategic direction in a manufacturing facility, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing P&L and fostering a h...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Manage and enhance crop protection and nutrient programs for diverse orchards. Collaborate with farming teams to ensure effective implementation and monitoring of agricultural practices, while maintai...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead maintenance efforts by managing technicians, improving efficiency, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Develop maintenance programs, oversee emergency and routine repairs, and manage...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team where you'll oversee E&I operations, ensuring efficiency and safety. Manage technicians, develop maintenance programs, and drive site initiatives for optimal equipment performance...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to our success by leading quality standards initiatives, providing technical consultation, and mentoring teams to effectively tackle complex technical and process issues in a collaborative...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $143K *

Lead production operations at a food manufacturing facility, overseeing teams to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, manage budgets, and develop frontline...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Champion quality and food safety initiatives, leading a robust Quality Management System across juice and dairy operations. Drive compliance, risk governance, and organizational capability while foste...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $90K *

Oversee the development and maintenance of food safety and quality assurance programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards while leading a team of QA and sanitation personnel to deliver...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$91K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient safety and quality management. Oversee investigations, manage a clinical team, and contribute to the development of the VA Community Care Network whil...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower operational excellence at a cutting-edge gas power facility. Lead a skilled team in ensuring safe, efficient plant operations while driving maintenance and compliance initiatives to deliver re...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $134K *

Transform bulk and liquid operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while driving continuous improvement and effective communication across all levels of the organ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving quality excellence across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and operational performance. Lead strategic initiatives, foster a culture of accountability, and enhance custom...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $139K *

Oversee daily operations of the QAIP Department, ensuring compliance with GMP and GLP standards while leading a team to troubleshoot issues, conduct investigations, and maintain quality assurance in p...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.