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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$174K - $211K *

Transform your career with a dynamic role focused on operational excellence, team development, and safety in the poultry industry. Lead diverse teams, manage production goals, and drive continuous imp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$174K - $211K *

Empower teams by managing operations in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. Drive safety, quality, and efficiency while developing talent and achieving organizational goals. Embrace diverse chal...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Elevate commercial performance through insights and portfolio strategy. Lead a team to analyze market data, optimize product offerings, and drive revenue growth while collaborating with cross-function...

Delta, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Drive business growth by leading grain origination and trading activities. Oversee a team, manage financials, and foster customer relationships to enhance profitability and market presence in the grai...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$164K - $201K *

Lead quality initiatives by integrating principles and methodologies into semiconductor product design, ensuring manufacturability and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams throu...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the maintenance and quality assurance of fiber telecommunications networks, ensuring reliability, performance, and customer satisfaction. Manage teams and ensure compliance with standards while d...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality standards and driving continuous improvement. Lead quality initiatives, manage compliance, and collaborate across functions to ensure products meet cu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead procurement initiatives for GMP materials in a dynamic biopharma environment. Drive supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and manage risks to ensure supply assurance and support global ope...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Deliver operational excellence by managing biorefinery workflows, optimizing processes, and leading cross-departmental teams to ensure safety and compliance while fostering a productive and collaborat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $134K *

Elevate quality performance by leading compliance with ISO9001:2015 and driving improvements in quality control processes. Guide a team to implement solutions that enhance customer experience while mi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$139K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring product quality and compliance. Oversee the Product Complaint program, manage audits, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to maintain inspection readi...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $110K *

Join us to develop and enhance quality plans for aerospace manufacturing processes, focusing on precision components. You'll analyze metrics, lead corrective actions, and interface with suppliers to d...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing in vivo study operations, ensuring timely execution of animal procurement, vendor coordination, and staffing. Collaborate with teams to maintain schedules and support stud...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform operations by driving safety, quality, and performance in plant management. Lead sanitation initiatives, oversee raw product selection, and implement process improvements to ensure seamless...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Elevate quality standards through effective program implementation, ensuring compliance with specifications and fostering strong client relationships. Drive operational excellence while leading a skil...

3 weeks ago

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

$105K - $125K *

Transform supply chain operations by leading warehouse efficiency, managing logistics, and optimizing inventory. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and compliance while achieving financial objec...

Strathroy, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic leadership in Quality Control to enhance compliance and operational efficiency. Spearhead innovative lab solutions, digital transformation, and cross-functional collaboration to suppor...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Optimize operations by managing personnel, logistics, and fiscal activities at the Distribution Center. Drive performance through standardized processes, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $240K *

Transform quality operations across multiple business groups, driving continuous improvement and risk management strategies. Lead initiatives to enhance profitability and mentor staff while ensuring s...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring food safety and quality standards. Lead QA and sanitation efforts, driving compliance and continuous improvement in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $150K *

Transform workplace safety by leading Environmental Health and Safety initiatives across multiple locations. Ensure compliance with regulations, conduct risk assessments, and manage emergency response...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $141K *

Lead quality engineering initiatives by managing change control processes, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across cross-functional teams. Serve as a subject matter expert to en...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Manage and optimize laboratory operations, ensuring compliance and safety while overseeing equipment maintenance, inventory, and staff training to support teaching and research activities effectively...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $125K *

Oversee quality assurance processes across multiple construction projects, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and contract requirements. Collaborate with project teams to implement effective...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $93K *

Take ownership of quality control for concrete projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and maintain high-quality outcomes throughout t...

2 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.

  • 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.