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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$95K - $115K *

Empower a Lean culture transformation in the plant, engaging leadership and employees to enhance productivity and minimize waste. Lead initiatives to achieve measurable results with strong influence a...

Reposted today

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

$90K - $109K *

Transform your career through a comprehensive 2-year training program, honing leadership skills and mastering maintenance management in the poultry industry while driving organizational effectiveness...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $110K *

Transform quality and safety initiatives by leading compliance and risk management efforts across business units, engaging in continuous improvement and audit readiness while fostering an effective QS...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Drive materials management excellence by overseeing inventory, quality, and delivery processes. Collaborate with operations to optimize production plans and ensure compliance with industry standards w...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Oversee the development of a top-tier quality management system, leading supplier audits and compliance processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance vendor quality standards and ensure regulat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Drive excellence in laboratory quality systems by optimizing LIMS and proficiency testing programs. Lead global initiatives to enhance data integrity and compliance, ensuring top-tier performance acro...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing maintenance strategies for Pulp and Utilities, ensuring safety, reliability, and operational excellence while developing a high-performing team and driving culture change...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $166K *

Optimize quality assurance in sterile compounding by ensuring compliance with regulations, enhancing processes, and supporting cleanroom operations nationally. Collaborate across teams to drive improv...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate across departments to meet production goals and foster a cu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Oversee and lead complex capital projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency while managing resources and stakeholder communication to achieve project goals and milestones...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Manage quality control processes across diverse engineering disciplines, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Lead inspections, audits, and team training to uphold excellence in constru...

4 days ago

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

$102K - $152K *

Lead quality assurance initiatives in E&M/Distribution, ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory standards. Drive continuous improvement, manage a dedicated team, and oversee quality systems to enh...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Deliver quality assurance and control for construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards and specifications. Collaborate with teams to monitor performance, conduct inspections, and drive co...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our quality program through hands-on management, actively collaborating with production and engineering teams to resolve issues, improve processes, and uphold customer spe...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $105K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by managing commercialization projects from concept to market launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely and budget-friendly product deployments that...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading the Quality Assurance department to ensure compliance with aerospace standards, driving continuous improvement, and fostering cross-functional collaboration for operational...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of food science and engineering, providing expert consultation and training to enhance compliance and troubleshoot issues in food safety and processing for dive...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career with this dynamic role overseeing manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and team leadership while driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet quality...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $124K *

Join a team that's committed to quality assurance in construction projects. Oversee contract compliance as you collaborate with project teams and clients. Ensure safety and excellence through proactiv...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$128K - $192K *

Transform packaging innovation by leading complex engineering initiatives that enhance manufacturing performance and business growth. Collaborate across teams as a senior packaging expert, driving sol...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Drive quality excellence by leading the end-to-end quality system, transforming it into a proactive, data-driven function that partners with customers and internal teams to enhance AI-native workflows...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Empower a proactive quality culture by leading the design and implementation of AI-driven quality systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency through...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer a proactive quality management system, transforming quality into a data-driven partner for customers and teams. Lead the design of AI agents, oversee audits, and drive continuous improvement a...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Drive quality excellence by leading a proactive, data-driven quality system. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI workflows, manage audits, and ensure compliance while developing a high-performing Q...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$156K - $234K *

Join us to lead Biomarker quality oversight across GxPs, ensuring compliance and operational excellence in clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality metrics and enhance...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.