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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring high-quality standards and compliance for complex MEP projects. Oversee quality control activities, manage documentation, and guide team members to deliver exceptional resu...

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality in large MEP-heavy projects. You'll lead planning and implementation, ensuring compliance with standards while mentoring team members on best practice...

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in advancing quality management practices for large MEP-heavy projects by overseeing construction documentation and ensuring compliance with standards through rigorous quality control...

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

$100K - $120K *

Oversee the development and execution of food safety and quality programs across all manufacturing and warehousing sites, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement to deliver safe, high-quality p...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform quality assurance practices across regions by leading audits, training staff, and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with multiple departments to enhance product quality and res...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $125K *

Champion quality assurance by overseeing compliance with safety and construction standards. Manage inspections, documentation, and project records while collaborating with teams to ensure successful p...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $180K *

Manage and enhance the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure product excellence, compliance with ISO 9001, and operational efficiency. Lead quality initiatives, oversee inspections, and drive cont...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Empower plant operations by leading safety, quality, delivery, and cost initiatives. Drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and develop teams to optimize productivity and profitability in a dyn...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of facility operations by leading maintenance activities, ensuring equipment reliability, and promoting continuous improvement. Drive compliance with safety and quality standards whil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $192K *

Join a dynamic team to drive financial excellence in supply chain operations, providing insights and analysis that shape strategic decisions, optimize costs, and enhance performance across multiple ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing product quality in the dietary supplement and food industries. Lead quality initiatives, support strategic customer projects, and collaborate cross-functional...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $175K *

Empower your career by directing plant operations, enhancing food production efficiency, and fostering team development. Drive continuous improvement and ensure safety standards while collaborating ac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Transform production operations by managing processes, personnel, and budgets to enhance efficiency, boost profitability, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards across the manufacturing...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of safety and compliance by leading EHS and PSM initiatives. Collaborate with plant leadership to enhance safety culture, reduce risks, and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $164K *

Join us in leading plant production operations, driving safety, efficiency, and quality. Collaborate with teams to achieve operational goals and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accounta...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $175K *

Lead the development and enhancement of our ISO 13485-certified Quality Management System, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across all product lines while managing audits and qua...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role ensuring food safety and quality compliance in a high-speed manufacturing environment. Lead QA initiatives, enhance operational excellence, and cultivate a culture...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to quality control excellence by managing programs that ensure continuous production aligns with customer standards. Drive improvements and compliance across multiple sites while fostering...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing plant Production Control and Integrated Business Planning functions, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality while coordinating with various departments to meet customer d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovation by leading fermentation processes and enhancing team expertise through technical standards and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring reliable production and operational exce...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $100K *

Champion operational excellence by leading plant performance, safety, and quality initiatives. Drive continuous improvement and develop a high-performing workforce to ensure efficient, compliant, and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Lead quality control initiatives to ensure compliance and excellence in manufacturing. Drive continuous improvement, manage audits, and oversee the quality department while fostering effective communi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $115K *

Lead the quality assurance function, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards while driving continuous improvement and team development to enhance product integrity and customer satisf...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $105K *

Lead the charge in ensuring plant-wide Quality Assurance compliance, managing GMP and GSP practices, and overseeing laboratory operations. Collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement and ma...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Empower daily operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring on-time delivery and efficient production schedules while managing a skilled team and maintaining equipment performance...

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.

  • Where can I find Plant Quality Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

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