Production Director Jobs

Explore Production Director jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Production directors lead the people, processes, and resources that turn business goals into high-quality products, content, or services. Depending on the industry, the role may focus on manufacturing, media, entertainment, or other production environments.

What Does a Production Director Do?

A Production Director oversees production strategy and day-to-day operations, coordinating teams and collaborating with leaders across functions. Common responsibilities include setting production plans, managing budgets and schedules, monitoring quality and output, improving workflows, and ensuring that operations meet safety, regulatory, and customer requirements. The exact scope varies by organization and industry.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek substantial experience in production or operations leadership, along with a record of delivering results through cross-functional teams. Useful strengths include strategic planning, budgeting, resource allocation, process improvement, communication, and problem-solving. Industry-specific technical expertise, relevant education, and familiarity with applicable standards may also be important.

Production Director Salary and Job Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, company size, location, experience, and the scale of the role. Production Director opportunities listed on Ladders meet the site's $100,000-or-more salary threshold. Senior leaders may also receive incentives or other benefits, depending on the employer and position.

Find Production Director Opportunities

Search Ladders for Production Director jobs that match your experience and career goals. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, and tailor your application to show how you have improved production performance, led teams, and delivered measurable outcomes.

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$95K - $158K *

Transform the Property Intelligence platform by connecting customer needs with product insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance product adoption and engagement through analytics and feedback, dri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing CMC strategies to optimize manufacturing processes and commercial operations, ensuring alignment with project goals through effective collaboration across t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional project management across all phases, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence while mentoring fellow Project Managers for continu...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $130K *

Lead the Archibus platform for a major Life Sciences client, driving enhancements and integrations while ensuring data integrity and user satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optim...

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5 days ago

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

$100K - $115K *

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Overland Park, KSRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $150K *

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

$100K - $125K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping global regulatory strategy for rare disease therapies. In this pivotal role, you'll lead submissions and agency interactions across the US, EU, UK, and Japan, driving execut...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Lead a high-performing sales team to drive new logo acquisition and revenue growth in enterprise software. Develop strategies, foster collaboration, and engage executive customers to expand market sha...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in strategic client services management, overseeing growth, engagement, and high-value account portfolio. Drive team performance and build enduring client relationships that enhance bu...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $100K *

Drive market growth by managing builder relationships, analyzing trends, and executing sales strategies in the Long Island region. Collaborate with teams to enhance product visibility and achieve sale...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $151K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion transformative IT projects by leading integrations during business separations, ensuring smooth transitions, and managing complex dependencies in fast-paced environments...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $140K *

Drive impactful transformation initiatives by leading complex, cross-functional programs. Collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure successful delivery, manage risks, and align resources to achieve...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$259K - $350K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $283K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $188K *

Champion the development of innovative tools for customer service teams, enhancing agent efficiency and service quality. Collaborate across departments to drive product strategy, leveraging data and u...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $243K *

Shape the future of clinical research by leading cross-functional teams to optimize project delivery, ensuring quality and compliance while managing resources and budgets effectively across global cli...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $285K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$315K - $370K *

Join a team that's redefining offensive security by leading engineering efforts to transform research into scalable, customer-facing products. Drive strategy, execution, and innovation across multiple...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$216K - $361K *

Elevate your career by driving sales growth in enterprise software across retail, energy management, and telecommunications. Collaborate with top clients to achieve strategic goals and expand market p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Production Director do?question toggle

    A Production Director leads production operations, teams, and resources. Typical work includes planning schedules, managing budgets, overseeing quality and output, improving processes, and coordinating with other departments. Responsibilities vary by industry.

  • What qualifications are needed for a Production Director job?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for significant production or operations experience, leadership ability, and strengths in planning, budgeting, process improvement, and communication. Some roles require specific technical expertise or industry credentials.

  • How much do Production Directors earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by industry, location, experience, and role scope. Production Director jobs featured on Ladders meet the site's $100,000-or-more salary threshold; review individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where do Production Directors work?question toggle

    Production Directors work across industries with production operations, including manufacturing, media, and entertainment. Their responsibilities depend on the organization and the type of products, content, or services it delivers.

  • How can I find Production Director jobs?question toggle

    Browse Production Director listings on Ladders and compare role responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation. Highlight relevant leadership experience and measurable production results in your application.