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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$233K - $274K *

Lead a dynamic team to set and execute the creative vision, transforming brand strategy into impactful campaigns that enhance recognition and preference while building a robust brand operating system...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform business operations by owning P&L, leading teams, and driving growth. Collaborate with leadership to implement scalable processes and ensure financial performance while fostering a safety-fi...

1 week ago

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

$142K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading creative direction for dynamic CPG brands. Collaborate with a talented team to elevate brand storytelling, oversee impactful marketing initiatives, and ensure consistency a...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$172K - $222K *

Pioneer innovative production techniques as you lead creative projects from concept to delivery. Collaborate with teams to explore AI-driven methods while ensuring exceptional quality across diverse f...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $210K *

Drive your career with a strategic leadership role overseeing complex workplace projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality tenant improvements and renovations, ensuring...

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

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a large-scale automation project as the executive leader driving end-to-end delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, and quality align with customer expectations and business objecti...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $230K *

Lead and enhance brand storytelling across campaigns. Collaborate with teams to ensure cohesive brand presence, drive creative direction, and develop a high-performing creative team to elevate brand i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a small manufacturing facility, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity goals are met while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and team developmen...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity goals are met while managing a team of 15-20 associates. Drive financial performance and implement continuous...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $101K *

Shape operational excellence by leading continuous improvement initiatives in metal fabrication. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity, quality, and safety while driving data...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $112K *

Champion production excellence by supporting vehicle project changes, ensuring alignment across departments, and driving continuous improvement for enhanced efficiency and quality in manufacturing pro...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of transportation drainage systems by leading innovative projects, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations while enhancing stormwater management st...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence in production management. Oversee daily activities, lead process improvements, and ensure safety and efficiency while collaborating across departments...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $200K *

Take ownership of daily operations across multiple functions, ensuring effective coordination of resources, workflows, and priorities. Drive safety, quality, and productivity while fostering a culture...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $128K *

Elevate production efficiency by overseeing planning and scheduling activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, manage risks, and maintain quality standards while su...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $110K *

Join us to drive production efficiency as a Principal Planner, coordinating schedules and material flows to support our Armament Systems. Leverage your skills to solve complex problems and collaborate...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Develop and execute strategic operations across a multi-site manufacturing network, driving safety, quality, and productivity while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K *

Join a team that's shaping impactful digital strategies for advocacy campaigns. Lead and mentor a high-performing team while providing strategic counsel to clients and driving business growth through...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$72K - $91K *

Engage as a Production Supervisor, leading manufacturing teams to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency goals. Drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of accountability and teamwork in a f...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$230K - $250K *

Lead the charge in enhancing production support for a critical electronic trading platform, ensuring operational stability and service excellence while driving continuous improvement and supporting bu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join us as a strategic finance leader, driving performance and decision-making across manufacturing sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance profitability, optimize capital, and devel...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving financial performance across manufacturing sites. This role partners with leadership to enhance decision-making, optimize profitability, and ensure financial stewardship, wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Oversee financial performance across multiple manufacturing sites, driving insights and operational decision-making. Collaborate with leadership to enhance profitability, optimize working capital, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $220K *

Lead continuous improvement initiatives across QSR operations, driving cultural transformation and operational excellence. Manage CI strategies, develop leaders, and ensure alignment with enterprise g...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $261K *

Champion the optimization of production planning and inventory management. Lead a team to align schedules with demand, enhance efficiency, and ensure timely delivery while collaborating across departm...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.