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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$110K - $130K *

Innovate and lead technical operations in cement manufacturing. Oversee mining, engineering, and quality control to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain compliance with safety and environmen...

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

$160K - $200K *

Transform the Project Management Department by leading a high-performing team, driving sales growth, and enhancing client relationships while fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by leading landscape maintenance teams, enhancing client satisfaction, and fostering employee development through tailored training and mentorship. Collaborate across all...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead operational excellence and team development in a complex scientific services environment. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and deliver exceptional service while managing budgets an...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower project success by leading QA/QC initiatives, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and fostering effective communication among teams. Drive technical support and oversee quality plans t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a QA/QC Manager, leading project quality initiatives, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering effective communication across teams to drive project success...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by leading a team in a dynamic CDMO environment. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards while driving continuous improvement and effective communication acros...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality excellence by leading the quality team, improving processes and compliance, and enhancing customer relationships to achieve operational success in a manufacturing setting. Foster a cultu...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $175K *

Drive compliance and quality excellence by leading a dynamic QA team, ensuring GMP adherence across manufacturing processes, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders to enhance operational effici...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $120K *

Lead daily manufacturing operations, fostering an engaged team and driving safety, quality, and productivity while implementing continuous improvement strategies for operational excellence and future...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$119K - $150K *

Lead the charge in implementing and maintaining Global Quality Systems, focusing on LIMS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement in quality manag...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring high-quality output, and driving operational excellence. Lead a diverse team while collaborating across departments to meet...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Support quality management initiatives by establishing standards, conducting audits, and enhancing compliance. Collaborate with engineering and management to drive continuous improvement in plant safe...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of agricultural innovation by overseeing regulatory compliance and product registrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure market access and navigate complex regulato...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Lead the Validation and Process Engineering teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Oversee equipment validation, project management, and cross-department collaborat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead high-performing manufacturing teams, driving operational excellence and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement across production, quality, and cost metrics...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$122K - $153K *

Make your mark at a leading automotive firm by directing a dynamic Quality Assurance team. Oversee product integrity, manage supplier relationships, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to uph...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality standards across production processes, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to drive inspections, audits, and certifications, fos...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $110K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading the implementation and improvement of the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving cross-functional colla...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Elevate your career by leading material flow, production planning, and logistics in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive efficiency, optimize inventory, and ensure on-time delivery while collabo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading lean initiatives and coaching teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency. Collaborate with management to implement best practices and drive continuous improvement across all...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading plant technical functions, driving operational excellence, and ensuring the reliable operation of production systems. Manage maintenance and engineering teams to enhance sa...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $115K *

Transform warehouse and distribution operations by leading teams, enhancing safety, and improving efficiency across multiple locations. Drive continuous improvement while managing inventory, shipping...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Drive successful product launches by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring operational excellence, and meeting customer expectations. Oversee plant tasks, deliverables, and compliance with quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $120K *

Optimize quality control laboratory operations by leading a team, managing testing priorities, and ensuring compliance with quality standards to support manufacturing and product release decisions. Dr...

4 weeks 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.