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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$100K - $120K *

Contribute to global quality excellence by overseeing QA/QC processes, ensuring compliance, and driving harmonization across sites while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize performan...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Empower a dynamic team to enhance operational excellence, drive continuous improvement, and achieve strategic goals in safety, quality, and productivity while fostering a culture of trust and collabor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing Procurement Services team, ensuring seamless material acquisition and exceptional customer service while driving continuous improvement and strategic in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Drive high-performance laboratory operations and team development across multiple sites, ensuring accurate data and compliance with industry standards. Communicate key metrics to stakeholders while in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $160K *

Optimize your HR expertise by driving engagement and labor relations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with leadership to transform talent strategies and enhance organizational effec...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$230K - $250K *

Architect quality strategies and lead a high-performing Quality Control team overseeing testing, compliance, and laboratory operations. Collaborate across functions to ensure timely product release wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of biomass processing through innovative engineering, guiding projects from concept to reality while ensuring high-quality standards in a collaborative environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a leadership role focused on enhancing reliability strategies, optimizing maintenance, and improving asset performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations while fostering a culture of safety and accountability. Drive production efficiency and quality by managing a dedicated team and collaborating across dep...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $103K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing warehouse operations and leading a high-performing team. You'll oversee safety, efficiency, and inventory management while fostering a culture of excellence...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Create and lead a comprehensive Quality Control program focusing on raw materials and finished goods, utilizing sensory evaluation to ensure top-notch quality and driving continuous process improvemen...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $107K *

Unlock potential by leading production teams to achieve operational excellence and safety standards. Engage, motivate, and manage personnel to meet production targets while fostering a culture of cont...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive the operational success of multi-department facilities by ensuring safety, quality, and financial performance while leading a dedicated team to achieve strategic goals and continuous improvement...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to safety and excellence as you lead maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment. Drive improvements in equipment reliability and team performance while ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Champion the reliability of manufacturing operations by leading a skilled maintenance team, implementing strategic maintenance plans, and ensuring compliance with safety standards to enhance productiv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic manufacturing operation focused on safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement and foster team development while aligning cross-functional...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $117K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing equipment reliability through effective supervision of Electrical and Instrumentation maintenance. Drive quality workmanship and innovative solutions to optim...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $160K *

Lead quality operations to ensure data accuracy and compliance in healthcare. Drive improvements through audits, data analysis, and technology integration, fostering a culture of excellence across tea...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Drive IT quality and compliance initiatives, managing audits and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Collaborate with global teams to enhance operational performance and support career develop...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the execution and management of IT Quality and Compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while guiding team development and fostering collaboration across IT and business...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $125K *

Champion quality excellence in materials engineering by leading supplier development and performance improvement initiatives for polyurethane foams. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust qua...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Explore a pivotal role in quality assurance, leading testing efforts for a Business Intelligence Suite. Drive automated testing, ensure compliance with standards, and collaborate with stakeholders to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading precision testing operations, developing strategies, and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams t...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations for efficiency and safety. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance equipment reliability, manage budgets, and implement preventive strategies...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality excellence by leading a skilled team of Quality Engineers to enhance precision optical manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with rigorous quality standards and driving continuous...

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.