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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$85K - $150K *

Oversee quality assurance activities in regulated environments, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. Lead a team to enhance quality systems, manage audits, and drive continuous improvement...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of our operations by leading a dynamic team to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality in our healthcare laundry facility. Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence whil...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $165K *

Optimize plant operations by leading production, maintenance, and logistics teams. Drive safety, budget management, and process improvements while ensuring high-quality service for healthcare clients...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate plant operations by leading teams for safety, efficiency, and compliance, fostering a culture of accountability while driving continuous improvement and financial performance, preparing for fu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality control standards by conducting microbiological testing and ensuring compliance with cGMP regulations. This hands-on role requires expertise in microbiology, data integrity, and enviro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Shape the quality assurance processes for mission-critical data center construction. Drive compliance, develop quality management plans, and lead inspections while coordinating with teams to enhance p...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $184K *

Drive the execution of innovative Crop Protection programs, integrating cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development from concept to launch, while meeting quality, cost, and custome...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead and advance the Operations Quality Assurance program, establishing standards and leveraging analytics and AI to drive performance improvements across teams while fostering talent development and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead plant quality initiatives to ensure compliance with specifications and customer expectations. Manage the quality department, mentoring staff and driving continuous improvement strategies to optim...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Oversee daily operations of manufacturing facilities, ensuring excellence in safety, quality, and productivity. Lead cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and maintain compliance with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by leading daily manufacturing activities, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity. Drive strategic initiatives across production, materials, and quality while foste...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive the future of advanced glass fabrication by leading high-volume operations, optimizing processes, and building a high-performing team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Your leadership will...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of quality control in construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards, documentation accuracy, and a safe work environment. Collaborate with teams to uphold quality processes...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower the quality assurance of major construction projects by implementing standards, overseeing compliance, and leading teams to ensure every aspect aligns with specifications and safety regulation...

4 weeks ago

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

$125K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives for liquid fuels maintenance, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Engage teams in implementing effective quality control measures, promoting safety...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic QA team, ensuring compliance with FDA GLP standards, and driving continuous improvement in preclinical safety and toxicology testing. Manage audits, inspection...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of financial leadership in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with leadership on budgets, performance analysis, and cost efficiencies while guiding a skilled finance tea...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Oversee the Quality Systems department, ensuring product excellence and regulatory compliance. Lead a team to implement quality programs, manage audits, and drive continuous improvement across all ope...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$72K - $93K *

Elevate your construction career by ensuring project quality and excellence. Collaborate with teams and manage activities to meet client standards, while overseeing documentation for accuracy and comp...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$78K - $125K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production processes while managing a diverse team across shifts, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and GMP standards for uninterrupted operations and continuous imp...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$166K - $249K *

Unlock potential by leading product strategy and digital initiatives in bioprocessing. Collaborate across teams to enhance offerings and drive growth, ensuring customer success through innovative solu...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $160K *

Champion a culture of safety and compliance by leading HES initiatives across operations. Drive continuous improvement and ensure adherence to regulations while fostering collaboration among teams to...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $159K *

Drive maintenance operations in a manufacturing facility, enhancing equipment reliability and performance while managing budgets and promoting safety, quality, and continuous improvement with a high-p...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a team in designing and maintaining digital technology infrastructure, ensuring timely project delivery, and fostering collaboration across functions to enhance...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and manage quality control programs in large-scale construction projects, ensuring compliance and excellence in execution across various domestic and international sites...

Reposted 2 weeks 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.

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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.