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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Production Control Planner
$85K - $105K *
Unlock potential by leading complex production planning activities, aligning customer demand with material availability and manufacturing capacity. Drive operational reliability and mentor teams to en...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion safety and efficiency in manufacturing by leading teams, optimizing processes, and driving continuous improvement to meet production goals while ensuring compliance with safety and quality st...
2 days ago
$100K - $140K *
Join a team that's advancing pharmaceutical technology transfer and quality control through analytical excellence, method validation, and leadership in a dynamic, compliance-focused environment. Drive...
4 weeks ago
Packaging Maintenance Supervisor
$61K - $105K *
Lead maintenance operations to enhance equipment reliability and safety. Drive a culture of continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with policies. Collaborate with teams to optimize performan...
2 weeks ago
(USA) Quality Assurance/Systems Manager (Import, Regional, Returns, Wm.Com)
$84K - $126K *
Lead operational improvements and oversee workforce performance to achieve production and quality goals. Collaborate across departments to enhance efficiency, manage compliance standards, and develop...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
(USA) Quality Assurance/Systems Manager (Import, Regional, Returns, Wm.Com)
$84K - $126K *
Engage in overseeing operations management and staff development to enhance performance and efficiency. Lead processes and compliance to achieve operational excellence while ensuring a supportive envi...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Continuous Improvement Manager 2
$80K - $95K *
Contribute to transformative operational improvement by leading continuous initiatives that enhance efficiency, empower teams, and foster a culture of excellence. Collaborate across functions to drive...
Reposted 3 days ago
Quality Engineer, Quality Management Systems
$120K - $170K *
Champion quality excellence by leading initiatives to enhance compliance with ISO9001 and IATF 16949. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement, conduct audits, and implement corrective...
1 week ago
Manager, Quality & Process Improvement
$90K - $110K *
Lead quality assurance initiatives and process improvements to enhance operational performance and customer experience across multiple functions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement s...
1 week ago
Reliability Engineering Manager
$145K - $165K *
Manage and enhance equipment reliability programs, ensuring operational excellence through solid engineering practices, compliance with cGMP, and collaboration with teams to drive performance improvem...
Reposted 4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Help us ensure product excellence by developing and implementing robust quality assurance processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify defects, drive improvements, and maintain compl...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Empower excellence in quality assurance for new model launches, leading teams to ensure conformity to standards and drive innovation. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product quality and succ...
4 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Optimize quality assurance processes by leading the IPQA team and validation programs. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards while overseeing manufacturing activities and fostering a culture of...
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Crop Specialist - Gold Star FS - Lyndon, IL
$70K - $100K *
Elevate your career by driving sales and marketing strategies for crop inputs, enhancing customer relationships, and providing agronomic solutions in a dynamic agricultural environment. Join a team fo...
1 week ago
$170K - $180K *
Pioneer quality assurance excellence by leading food safety initiatives, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance across manufacturing partners. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold...
1 week ago
Commercial Agronomist - Heartland
$74K - $93K *
Join a team that's driving agricultural innovation by leveraging agronomic expertise and sales acumen to enhance customer adoption of cutting-edge nitrogen management solutions and accelerate revenue...
1 week ago
Commercial Agronomist - Heartland
$74K - $93K *
Empower growth by leveraging agronomic expertise and sales acumen to drive product adoption, influence on-farm decisions, and enhance customer relationships, ultimately accelerating revenue in your te...
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Champion operational excellence by leading production teams to optimize safety, quality, and efficiency in manufacturing vehicle-mounted aerial lifts. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensu...
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$82K - $102K *
Shape the shipping operations by managing schedules, optimizing logistics, and leading a team to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products while maintaining compliance and fostering strong...
1 week ago
$100K - $125K *
Champion quality excellence by managing a dynamic team of technicians, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in quality control processes while collaborating with plant leadership to drive op...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive operational excellence by leading manufacturing teams, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in production processes. Foster a culture of continuous improvement while achieving business objec...
2 weeks ago
$115K - $135K *
Shape the future of supplier quality by enhancing manufacturing performance across various processes. Collaborate with teams to drive improvements, corrective actions, and maintain high standards in s...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to lead safety initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture. Drive continuous improvement and engage with all level...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion a proactive safety culture across multiple manufacturing sites, leading initiatives to enhance safety practices, reduce incidents, and ensure compliance with regulations. Collaborate with tea...
2 weeks ago
Quality Control Manager - Precision Machining
$72K - $93K *
Transform quality assurance processes in precision machining. Lead inspection activities, ensure compliance, and mentor teams to uphold excellence in medical device manufacturing. Collaborate with mul...
3 weeks ago
What does a Plant Quality Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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