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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$106K - $149K *

Shape the future of life sciences by leading teams to deliver high-quality projects, drive business growth, and foster talent development while ensuring operational excellence and client satisfaction...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $149K *

Join a dynamic team to lead validation projects, enhance client relationships, and drive business growth. Oversee operational efficiency while mentoring talent and ensuring high-quality delivery acros...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $149K *

Empower our team by leading validation projects, driving business growth, and mentoring talent. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and deliver high-quality life...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $149K *

Unlock potential by leading teams to deliver high-quality life sciences projects, driving business growth, and fostering talent development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operatio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $99K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic production team, ensuring operational efficiency and quality. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Drive global Quality strategy and governance, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Quality Management Systems and lead init...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $165K *

Empower our Supplier Quality team to enhance global performance standards, drive continuous improvement, and foster strategic supplier relationships. Lead initiatives that elevate quality metrics and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $215K *

Strategize and optimize operations in a complex manufacturing facility, leading diverse teams to achieve operational excellence, financial performance, and a strong safety culture while driving contin...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Engage as a key contact for quality initiatives, driving customer relations and ensuring adherence to standards through audits, problem-solving, and collaboration with internal teams to enhance produc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $110K *

Pioneer inventory excellence as you lead a skilled team in ensuring precision and quality across multiple distribution centers while driving continuous improvement initiatives to optimize operations a...

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

$175K - $200K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading a complex manufacturing facility. Drive strategic initiatives, optimize production, and foster a culture of safety and quality while mentoring future leaders...

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

$80K - $97K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production processes while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. This role requires effective supervision and teamwork to achieve operational objectives and drive con...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$74K - $99K *

Advance your career by leading quality assurance initiatives, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and operationa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Transform production operations by leading a high-performing team, optimizing efficiency, and ensuring safety. Drive continuous improvement and accountability to meet customer commitments and support...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives for new product development, overseeing a team of Design Quality Engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulations and enhanc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Engage with us to elevate quality standards as you lead compliance initiatives, ensuring our products meet regulatory requirements and industry standards while fostering a culture of continuous improv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing global sourcing strategies to optimize supplier performance and drive commercial value across a multi-million dollar portfolio, enhancing growth and collaboration within...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving innovative projects by leading cross-functional initiatives and ensuring alignment with business goals. You'll manage complexities, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder engag...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects, driving execution from planning to completion while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes and business...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$105K - $115K *

Drive quality excellence by managing the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance, and leading initiatives to enhance warehouse operations and client satisfaction across multiple locations...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$105K - $115K *

Deliver quality assurance leadership across regional operations by developing and overseeing QMS documentation, implementing compliance standards, and managing training initiatives to ensure operation...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $108K *

Drive operational excellence by managing manufacturing activities and enhancing policies to boost productivity while ensuring safety and compliance across all shifts...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Empower progress at a leading veterinary diagnostics lab by supervising a team of Medical Laboratory Technicians, enhancing workflow, and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvemen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Unlock growth in the food and nutraceutical sector by managing customer relationships, executing sales strategies, and driving market analysis to achieve sales goals and foster sustainable business de...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining packaging solutions by leading innovative projects, optimizing processes, and collaborating across functions to enhance product quality and sustainability in a dynamic en...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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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