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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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional custodial services. Lead a talented Housekeeping team, engage with stakeholders, and enhance client satisfaction while managing operational excel...

Kelowna, BCIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead a team in delivering high-quality custodial services across a vibrant post-secondary campus. Foster client relationships, ensure compliance, and drive operational excellence while advancing your...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $228K *

Drive enterprise Quality and Regulatory governance for U.S. operations, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and overseeing manufacturing quality in the therapeutic radiopharmaceutical sector whil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $199K *

Empower transformation in technical publishing through leadership, collaboration, and innovation. Manage projects, develop quality processes, and enhance team growth in a dynamic environment advancing...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a trusted Executive Assistant to the CEO, managing complex schedules, communications, and logistics. Collaborate closely with leadership and stakeholders while maintaining confi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team in delivering cost consulting services across diverse projects. Collaborate with senior management to enhance performance, drive business development, and ensure client satisfactio...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic creative team to drive performance-focused video ads. Oversee the entire creative process, from concept to execution, ensuring data-driven decisions enhance custo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $95K *

Elevate team productivity by designing systems and workflows that enhance collaboration, streamline operations, and empower teams to focus on impactful work. Drive efficiency through innovative soluti...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $140K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading complex projects, driving cost reduction initiatives, and fostering collaboration across teams. Utilize financial acumen and process improvement strategies to...

Today

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

$88K - $105K *

Drive successful program launches by leading cross-functional teams, managing schedules, budgets, and customer relationships to ensure quality and performance standards are met throughout the producti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead and coordinate customer programs from inception to production, ensuring quality, timing, and cost objectives are met. Collaborate across teams to drive successful launches and enhance operational...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Transform creative visions into impactful campaigns by leading teams, managing client relationships, and uncovering new business opportunities while fostering a collaborative environment...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Engage with clients to foster strategic relationships, drive growth, and ensure satisfaction. Lead account management efforts, oversee P&L performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $215K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative media planning and buying strategies, leveraging data insights to optimize campaigns and enhance client engagement across diverse platforms...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Shape groundbreaking digital advertising strategies by leading creative development for high-performance media campaigns across platforms like Meta and TikTok, enhancing profitability through compelli...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead integrated, performance-driven media strategies, optimizing investments across channels to achieve measurable business outcomes and drive client success...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

Advance global manufacturing engineering by leading strategic initiatives, capital investments, and technology transfers. Drive operational excellence and build high-performing teams to enhance effici...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Transform global manufacturing by leading engineering strategy and capital investments. Drive innovation, establish standards, and build high-performing teams to enhance operational excellence across...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform the accounting landscape by leading a dynamic team, ensuring operational excellence and compliance while driving strategic financial initiatives across multiple revenue-generating entities...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Production Manager, leading operations in a cutting-edge collision repair center. Drive excellence in team performance, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency while...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion efficient production control processes to meet customer demands while ensuring quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Lead a team to enhance inventory management and streamline operatio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K *

Lead strategic program initiatives, overseeing projects to achieve business goals, ensuring quality and stakeholder engagement, while fostering team collaboration and managing program performance metr...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Elevate production excellence by leading post-processing operations, ensuring quality standards, and driving team development. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows and maintain a safe...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $114K *

Transform production efficiency by overseeing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity goals are met. Lead and develop teams while driving continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K *

Lead quality initiatives in engineering and manufacturing, ensuring zero field failures. Drive design standards, oversee testing, and enhance processes while mentoring a quality team. Collaborate acro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.