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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
General Manager FSQA - Hutchinson Plant (KPR)
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring food safety and quality. Oversee FSQA operations, manage compliance, lead staff, and drive program development while maintaining high standards in a dynamic fo...
3 days ago
Manager Plant Maintenance - EF
$90K - $150K *
Manage day-to-day quality assurance operations, driving team performance and strategic planning to meet business objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, safety, and...
2 weeks ago
Technical Project Manager, Advanced Development
$140K - $175K *
Join a dynamic team to lead advanced development projects, driving innovation and collaboration across global functions. Utilize your project management expertise to enhance processes and achieve stra...
3 weeks ago
$149K - $243K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing quality assurance in complex environments. Lead QA initiatives, manage audits, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating with senior...
Reposted 1 week ago
Divisional Quality Control Manager
$100K - $120K *
Optimize quality management systems across projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Lead and train quality personnel, coordinate with agencies, and support project challenges while foste...
1 week ago
Divisional Quality Control Manager
$100K - $120K *
Transform quality management processes across projects by leading teams, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving continuous improvement in the Heavy Industrial Oil and Gas sector. Collaborate...
1 week ago
$90K - $114K *
Elevate quality standards as a hands-on leader, driving continuous improvement and compliance in manufacturing. Collaborate with operations to enhance training, troubleshoot issues, and maintain AS910...
2 weeks ago
$104K - $156K *
Champion the design and governance of key performance indicators, partnering with leaders to translate strategic goals into measurable outcomes. Drive accountability and enhance operational performanc...
2 days ago
$68K - $93K *
Elevate your career by sourcing and procuring essential raw materials for machining and manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply strategies, reduce costs, and ensure t...
3 days ago
$103K - $176K *
Take ownership of the financial performance of a manufacturing facility, providing critical financial reporting, cost analysis, and P&L oversight while serving as the key financial advisor to plant le...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to optimize production scheduling, inventory control, and operational efficiency across multiple facilities while leading a skilled group of professionals toward achieving business...
4 weeks ago
$85K - $90K *
Empower financial excellence by partnering with leadership to manage plant operations, ensuring accurate reporting, cost controls, and compliance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive performa...
Reposted 4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive your career with a global Quality Management System role, enhancing compliance and performance across diverse teams. Collaborate on audits, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Lead manufacturing excellence by driving operational success and continuous improvement initiatives. Oversee production, quality, and customer satisfaction while fostering team development and ensurin...
Today
$141K - $200K *
Drive supplier quality excellence by leading teams to ensure compliance, performance, and reliability in manufacturing operations. Shape supplier capabilities and champion quality assurance processes...
2 days ago
Site Quality Manager (Plymouth, NC)
$105K - $132K *
Transform quality assurance in solar projects by leading QA/QC activities, managing inspection teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Drive continuous improvement and foster a culture...
1 week ago
Project Manager - Manager/Senior Manager - Project Farma
$130K - $170K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality projects in life sciences. Utilize your expertise to manage cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance and efficiency while nurturing talent and continuous...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Manager/Senior Manager - Project Farma
$130K - $170K *
Seeking a Project Management leader to drive complex life sciences projects, ensuring high-quality delivery, compliance, and operational excellence across all phases while mentoring teams and enhancin...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Manager/Senior Manager - Project Farma
$130K - $170K *
Champion project success by leading cross-functional teams in delivering complex life sciences projects, ensuring operational excellence while fostering a culture of mentorship and continuous improvem...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Quality Validation
$130K - $155K *
Lead quality oversight and operational leadership for validation activities across external manufacturing networks, ensuring compliance and excellence in commercial product lifecycle management and GM...
Today
$100K - $120K *
Drive excellence in pharmaceutical supply chain operations, ensuring quality and compliance while optimizing processes. Lead site activities and cross-functional teams to meet customer needs and deliv...
3 weeks ago
$107K - $148K *
Tackle quality management challenges by developing and implementing comprehensive QMS systems. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure product excellence and drive continuous improveme...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of quality assurance by developing and implementing robust programs to eliminate defects, ensuring product excellence and compliance while collaborating with cross...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive quality assurance initiatives by leading teams to ensure product excellence and compliance, while engaging with stakeholders to optimize manufacturing processes and enhance customer satisfaction...
3 weeks ago
Utilities & Facilities Manager
$140K - $160K *
Shape the future of facility management by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and optimizing operations in a cGMP pharmaceutical environment. Drive performance, safety, and reliabilit...
2 weeks ago
What does a Plant Quality Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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