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 - $110K *

Advance operational excellence as a hands-on leader overseeing a dynamic label production team. Drive safety, quality, and productivity while fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork to achi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping quality strategies for US New Nuclear Development projects. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to define requirements, implement governance frameworks, and ensure com...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$102K - $128K *

Drive operational excellence in high-volume production, leading teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize processes and achieve business objectives w...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $127K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a skilled manufacturing team to optimize quality, efficiency, and safety. Manage daily production goals in a high-speed environment, ensuring compliance and con...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading plant finance activities, overseeing accounting functions, and ensuring accurate financial reporting while promoting operational excellence and internal controls. Drive str...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$71K - $126K *

Manage warehousing operations by leading a team to optimize safety, efficiency, and compliance while ensuring top-notch product shipping and inventory management across shifts. Foster continuous impro...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$134K - $201K *

Lead and optimize asset management processes to enhance asset value realization. Design and implement enterprise-wide strategies, governance, and risk management frameworks while fostering cross-funct...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in ensuring environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives at a manufacturing facility. Manage key environmental programs and regulations while collaborating with teams to imp...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by managing daily operations at a bulk liquid feed facility, ensuring efficiency, safety, and profitability while leading a diverse team and driving continuous improvement initi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$92K - $110K *

Champion quality excellence by leading compliance initiatives, driving process improvements, and ensuring product integrity. Collaborate with teams to meet quality targets and enhance customer satisfa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $93K *

Elevate quality assurance standards by overseeing inspections, documentation, and compliance in project execution. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to specifications and enhance product qual...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Elevate global testing and validation standards by leading cross-regional teams, ensuring compliance and quality across all product development phases, and driving strategic initiatives for enhanced t...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K *

Transform your production career by leading diverse teams to ensure optimal quality and efficiency. Oversee daily operations, drive improvements, and enhance productivity while maintaining compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive strategic initiatives while ensuring safety, quality, and profitability...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $90K *

Optimize warehouse operations by leading inventory control, streamlining processes, and ensuring timely fulfillment. Drive team performance and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance efficiency and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $99K *

Engage with suppliers to drive quality improvements, perform audits, and develop processes, ensuring compliance and reducing non-conformances while enhancing supplier relationships through effective p...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$285K - $350K *

Lead the strategic and operational quality assurance initiatives across GxP environments, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of quality and integrity as the organization advances through clin...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $145K *

Drive quality excellence by managing assurance programs, leading corrective actions, and collaborating with teams to enhance product reliability and compliance. Champion continuous improvement initiat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality excellence by managing assurance programs, leading corrective actions, and collaborating with teams to enhance product reliability and compliance. Shape strategic quality initiatives tha...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead and enhance quality initiatives across design and manufacturing, ensuring compliance and product integrity. Collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement in pe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower a proactive safety culture by leading initiatives that ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, protect employees, and promote a safe, healthy workplace across a manufacturing facility...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer comprehensive regulatory operations and compliance strategies across diverse functions. Lead and develop a skilled team, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while driving business initi...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $120K *

Advance quality improvement initiatives across a clinically integrated network, leading a team to enhance clinical outcomes, patient experience, and performance in value-based care programs through da...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of product quality by leading initiatives across operations, engineering, and supply chain. Drive continuous improvement and compliance while managing a dedicated team to enhance cust...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational success by managing plant materials, improving inventory accuracy, and leading staff to enhance supply chain processes while ensuring production needs meet customer demands...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 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.