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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$110K - $135K *

Elevate your career by leading a large production facility, guiding teams to optimize manufacturing processes while enhancing safety, quality, and cost efficiency to meet customer demands and drive co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex manufacturing programs, managing budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure successful project delivery and alignment with strategic goals, while fostering colla...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $125K *

Help us enhance safety and efficiency in our aggregate operations by supporting daily management tasks, promoting a positive safety culture, and mentoring team members to achieve production goals and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Empower safety excellence by leading the Safety & Health team, driving risk reduction, and implementing innovative strategies to enhance organizational performance and compliance in a dynamic manufact...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive manufacturing excellence by enhancing processes, troubleshooting issues, and leading continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic chemical coatings environment to boost safety, quality, and p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform manufacturing operations by enhancing processes, troubleshooting issues, and leading continuous improvement projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive safety, quality, and ef...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Manage and elevate terminal operations by leading safety, team development, and operational execution. Collaborate across functions to drive performance and ensure compliance while fostering a positiv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality management systems, ensuring compliance with AS9100 standards. Collaborate across departments to drive continuous improvement and maintain high-quality performance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead and implement environmental and sustainability programs across the Americas, ensuring compliance with regulations and driving initiatives that align with business objectives. Collaborate with glo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$159K - $266K *

Lead complex capital projects, ensuring compliance, budget management, and timely delivery through cross-functional collaboration and strategic stakeholder engagement. Drive continuous improvement in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Transform pharmaceutical manufacturing by leading operations, developing talent, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Play a pivotal role in enhancing production effectiveness while mentori...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in quality management by mentoring teams, overseeing ISO9001 processes, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance production quality and support customer satis...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Lead quality control efforts for a historical rehabilitation project, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Oversee construction activities, conduct inspections, and implement improvemen...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of quality assurance in construction by overseeing and enforcing standards on a historical rehabilitation project. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, conduct inspections, an...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Quality Control Manager, overseeing quality assurance for a historical rehabilitation project. Ensure compliance with standards, manage subcontractors, and implement effective...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Optimize quality control processes for a historical rehabilitation project, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Oversee construction activities, conduct inspections, and implement impr...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Optimize quality control processes for a historical rehabilitation project, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Lead inspections, manage subcontractors, and implement improvements to m...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Elevate quality standards as a Quality Control Manager overseeing historical rehabilitation projects. Ensure compliance, conduct inspections, and implement improvement measures to maintain excellence...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Lead the strategic vision and operations of the Quality department, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client expectations while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improve...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $93K *

Transform your career by leading production operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality. Collaborate with teams to implement strategic goals while fostering a culture of respect and continuou...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance swine health and production through innovative practices in feeding, housing, and disease control. Collaborate with leadership to implement improvements and assess anima...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $120K *

Grow market access and trade opportunities for Alberta's wheat and barley sector. Collaborate with industry partners, analyze market trends, and provide actionable insights to support producers and en...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$74K - $97K *

Elevate quality standards by leading global initiatives, managing high-priority projects, and driving continuous improvement across operations to ensure effective governance and successful outcomes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $135K *

Champion quality assurance and control for a large-scale data center project, ensuring electrical installations meet safety and compliance standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive excellence...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards by leading a dynamic team to enhance our Quality Management System, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across all manufacturing processes and customer int...

1 week 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.