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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in 3D design excellence, overseeing innovative projects from concept to execution. Collaborate with a talented team to create immersive branded experiences while ensuring quality and c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive 3D design excellence across diverse projects, ensuring high-quality execution from concept to delivery. Lead a talented team, innovate design solutions, and elevate client experiences through im...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Optimize 3D design excellence across diverse projects, leading a creative team to elevate brand experiences through innovative concepts and meticulous execution, ensuring quality and client satisfacti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $100K *

Lead and inspire a second shift manufacturing team by overseeing operations, ensuring quality products, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability, while making independent decisions to opti...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $185K *

Lead our design team to elevate brand narratives through innovative storytelling, trend leadership, and creative excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally to inspire and drive strategic initiatives t...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Lead preconstruction services for complex projects, ensuring alignment with client goals and excellence. Oversee budgeting, estimating, and risk management while mentoring teams to deliver high-qualit...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$76K - $114K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee production operations, ensuring efficiency and quality in a fast-paced environment. Lead and develop staff while maintaining safety standards and driving continuous...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to driving project success through leadership, communication, and collaboration. You'll manage cross-functional projects from initiation to completion, ensuring customer s...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $125K *

Drive high-volume media operations by leading storage, access, and workflow strategies. Collaborate with multiple teams to ensure seamless production across global networks while managing vendor relat...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$166K *

Champion strategic media initiatives by leading large-scale campaigns from planning to execution. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance across channels, ensuring alignment with client objecti...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$136K - $253K *

Drive strategic vision and operational excellence for a major gaming franchise, empowering cross-disciplinary teams to deliver exceptional player experiences through innovative content and sustainable...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to operational excellence, leading high-performing teams, and driving strategic initiatives. Oversee daily operations, streamline processes, and align technical goals with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform production processes and team dynamics by optimizing workflows and ensuring compliance. Lead initiatives, collaborate across departments, and champion a culture of accountability and continu...

Joliette, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform design operations as you collaborate with teams to organize, present, and showcase innovative concepts. Drive impactful communications and streamline processes across a fast-paced Industrial...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $160K *

Transform credit management by leading a dynamic team, fostering relationships with small business owners, and driving strategic initiatives to meet sales and credit targets in a collaborative environ...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Explore opportunities to lead construction projects, ensuring compliance and safety while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams. Drive project success through effective planning, commu...

Delta, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize production processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and quality in a dynamic manufacturing environment, while empowering teams and ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing integrated media plans, ensuring alignment with client objectives while managing a team to deliver innovative solutions and impactful results across variou...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in denim production excellence, ensuring quality and timely delivery while managing factory performance and cross-functional collaboration to drive operational efficiency and continuou...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Drive excellence in denim production by leading bulk execution, ensuring quality and timely delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance factory performance and optimize processes, contributing...

Allenton, MOIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing production operations to enhance customer satisfaction, ensure safety, and uphold quality standards. Drive efficiency and employee development while collaborating across de...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Champion high-impact integrated production across diverse channels, leading complex programs and enhancing workflows. Elevate production standards while fostering client relationships and mentoring ju...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Help us lead and manage HVAC and plumbing construction projects, ensuring successful completion through collaboration, budgeting, and communication while maintaining high-quality standards and custome...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing production operations, ensuring quality and efficiency while managing personnel and resources. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma principle...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead and optimize manufacturing processes to drive efficiency and growth. Collaborate with teams to achieve operational goals, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement while m...

Reposted 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.