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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$90K - $120K *

Reimagine quality assurance by executing and monitoring project-specific quality plans, ensuring compliance, resolving issues, and fostering continuous improvement to meet stakeholder expectations in...

Ontario, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing animal operations, ensuring ethical animal care, supervising a talented team, and enhancing electronic management systems in a fast-paced environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as you lead global operational excellence initiatives, driving continuous improvement and performance management across multiple sites and fostering a culture of innovation and e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $160K *

Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement across global sites. Collaborate on standards, KPIs, and training while supporting multi-site transformation initiatives and fostering a culture...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$166K - $194K *

Lead the charge in supervising Clinical Laboratory operations, guiding personnel, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Utilize your expertise to troubleshoot complex issues, mentor staff, and mai...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Manage and enhance maintenance and reliability processes, leading a team to ensure safe, efficient operations while driving continuous improvement and compliance in a manufacturing environment...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $185K *

Lead a dynamic team and manage plasmid DNA manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and quality while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety in a fast-paced environ...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality excellence for a high-profile commercial construction project. Drive inspections, maintain documentation, and collaborate with stakeholders to uphold standards and...

Yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in QHSE management for power generation services, overseeing safety and quality programs. Drive compliance, foster a proactive culture, and support teams across shop and field operatio...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading global and site quality strategies. Drive compliance, enhance operational excellence, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate acros...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $198K *

Transform plant operations by leading safety, quality, and productivity initiatives. Drive continuous improvement and employee engagement to meet manufacturing goals while managing budgets and fosteri...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $166K *

Advance customer success by bridging technical expertise with business solutions in biopharma, promoting innovative applications and strategic partnerships throughout the development lifecycle...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$152K - $228K *

Discover a transformative role leading automation strategies and innovative packaging solutions. Drive productivity and safety improvements while collaborating with R&D and suppliers to implement cutt...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$165K - $180K *

Lead product quality and compliance efforts, ensuring adherence to regulations while driving continuous improvement in all product lines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold standards an...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $105K *

Manage production operations by leading a team, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining effective communication and training for optimal pe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $225K *

Lead the charge in shaping high-speed interconnect products for data centers. Drive product strategy, manage global customer relationships, and ensure market competitiveness while collaborating with c...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $225K *

Lead the charge in developing high-speed interconnect products for data centers. Drive product strategy, manage global customer relationships, and ensure market competitiveness while collaborating wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $180K *

Drive the future of high-speed interconnect products by leading strategy, market analysis, and product development. Collaborate with global teams to enhance customer relationships and ensure profitabl...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $225K *

Contribute to the advancement of high-speed interconnect technologies by leading product strategy, managing a diverse portfolio, and collaborating with global teams to drive innovation and market grow...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $145K *

Champion operational excellence by leading warehouse teams, driving performance, and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Collaborate cross-functionally to meet service expectatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform project delivery by leading cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution from ideation to launch. Collaborate with stakeholders to define scope, manage risks, and drive continuous i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as you support GMP Environmental Monitoring and microbial testing. Oversee lab operations, review results, and mentor staff while ensuring compliance and quality in a fast-paced en...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive compliance and excellence in NDE processes, directing quality programs, training, and technical guidance for inspections, while managing regulatory adherence and non-conformance resolutions with...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$121K - $190K *

Shape procurement strategies for direct materials in proprietary manufacturing. Lead teams to optimize costs, manage risks, and enhance supplier performance while collaborating across functions to del...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$92K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality client projects. As a Project Manager, you'll oversee project lifecycles, ensuring timelines are met while fostering strong client relationships...

Today

  •   Less than 5 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.