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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$90K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by leading the Multi-Channel Department, ensuring strategic alignment and effective communication across teams while enhancing customer satisfaction and performance metric...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $210K *

Drive quality excellence by leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive quality management system, ensuring AS9100 compliance, and fostering a culture of quality across all teams in...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $241K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role leading production for advanced defense systems. Oversee cross-functional teams, manage contracts, and drive program performance while ensuring compliance with ind...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of automotive innovation by leading a dynamic Simultaneous Development Team. Drive project success through effective communication, risk management, and customer e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Champion global sourcing and procurement strategies to enhance supply chain resilience, optimize material planning, and ensure timely delivery of critical components for rapid growth in a dynamic envi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $100K *

Elevate event marketing by managing creative production workflows, ensuring timely delivery of assets, and coordinating with internal teams and external vendors to drive campaign success and maintain...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$179K - $248K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing strategy and driving cross-division initiatives. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction in a fast-paced corporate travel...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of large, complex projects in Engineering and Construction, ensuring they meet all contractual goals. Provide strategic direction while managing teams and enhancing operational systems...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional project execution in Medication Contracting, translating strategic priorities into actionable plans. Drive improvements, manage risks, and enhance collaboration across teams to e...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing EV charging and energy infrastructure initiatives from inception to completion. Collaborate with clients, coordinate teams, and ensure timely execution while maintain...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform project execution by managing EV charging and energy infrastructure projects from inception to completion, ensuring seamless coordination and client satisfaction while driving operational ef...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic team to manage diverse EV charging and energy projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders, ensuring timely execution and high-quality service whil...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of diverse EV charging and energy infrastructure projects, managing all phases from initiation to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful execution wh...

3 weeks ago

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

$240K - $290K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on production and infrastructure. Drive performance, foster collaboration, and deliver innovative solutions while managing diverse tec...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $290K *

Empower a high-performing engineering team by leading diverse technical disciplines, driving operational excellence, and fostering collaboration. Your hands-on leadership will ensure effective deliver...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production operations by directing teams, implementing LEAN practices, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate across departments to enhance efficiency and support ne...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $210K *

Lead the operations of a manufacturing facility, driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement while developing a high-performing team and aligning business objectives with operational execution...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $190K *

Transform operations by leading a dynamic team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring safety and efficiency while driving continuous improvement and talent development to meet business ob...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing project management, financial oversight, and employee development in the Cladding specialty. Foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement while ensu...

Yesterday

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in overseeing production processes for complex projects, ensuring quality and efficiency while mentoring team members and collaborating with various stakeholders to meet customer needs...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in overseeing production processes for complex projects, ensuring quality and efficiency while mentoring team members. Collaborate with various departments to meet customer needs and e...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $110K *

Champion client success by leading eCommerce media strategies, managing complex campaigns, and driving growth through data-driven insights and innovative solutions. Collaborate with clients to optimiz...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in product management. Lead a forward-deployed pod to deliver technical solutions, manage stakeholder alignment, and enhance product adoption within executive rev...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $126K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role overseeing product development and production. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality and efficiency in delivering customer-focused assortments across va...

Ottawa, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$84K - $126K *

Drive product development and production excellence across diverse categories, ensuring alignment with merchandising strategies and quality standards while optimizing supplier performance and mitigati...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.