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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$207K - $285K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic creative team to define and express a compelling brand vision. Drive innovative campaigns and digital experiences while fostering collaboration across global t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead strategic parking operations and campus management, ensuring optimal utilization, customer satisfaction, and revenue growth while overseeing maintenance, safety, and capital projects for a dynami...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering operations for a dual-property complex, ensuring system reliability, team performance, and tenant satisfaction while managing maintenance, energy efficiency, and capital...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform quality leadership by driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence. Oversee quality operations, supplier management, and compliance to enhance product reliability and customer sa...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leveraging expertise to manage media planning and buying, optimize campaigns, and drive effective advertising strategies. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and ensure tar...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$128K - $147K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing the DTC streaming landscape. Leverage your technical expertise to optimize systems for LATAM audiences, enhancing customer care technology and driving cross-function...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$128K - $147K *

Join a team that's redefining the customer care technology landscape for LATAM. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives, optimize systems and improve experiences, ensuring cultural and regulatory nee...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K *

Manage environmental projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence. Oversee assessments, sampling, and regulatory compliance while mentoring junior staff and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K *

Optimize environmental project management by leading assessments, ensuring compliance, and mentoring staff. Drive quality and budget performance while supporting business development and maintaining k...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock new opportunities as you lead environmental projects, ensuring quality and compliance from inception through completion. Mentor team members and cultivate client relationships in a dynamic work...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K *

Lead environmental projects from inception to completion while ensuring compliance and mentoring junior staff. Drive client relations and contribute to business development, leveraging extensive regul...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion environmental projects from scoping to completion, ensuring quality and budget adherence, while leading sampling efforts and mentoring junior staff in a collaborative environment...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative solutions through effective project management. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet customer needs, timelines, and budgets while c...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform program management by leading customer-facing projects from inception to launch. Drive cross-functional collaboration, accountability, and ensure successful outcomes across safety, quality...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $129K *

Champion reliable manufacturing by executing automation and control projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and safety while providing hands-on technical support in a dynamic, h...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $160K *

Engage with a cross-functional team to drive the PVR application roadmap, collaborating with various stakeholders to align product vision with client needs while ensuring timely delivery and business...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $105K *

Manage complex production planning activities, aligning customer demand with material availability and manufacturing capacity. Provide senior-level guidance, resolve constraints, and enhance operation...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading complex production planning activities, aligning customer demand with material availability and manufacturing capacity. Drive operational reliability and mentor teams to en...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $135K *

Drive project success by leading the sustainment of NSIPS, collaborating with Navy stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with DoD standards while managing schedules, budgets, and risks for effective p...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $102K *

Join a dynamic team as a Videographer/Editor, capturing and crafting compelling visual stories. Utilize your creativity and technical skills to produce high-quality content across various platforms, e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production planning and inventory management to enhance service, efficiency, and cost performance. Drive cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement initiat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $225K *

Elevate your career by leading technical program management efforts, driving customer engagement, and aligning packaging strategies to ensure product success in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform production planning and material management by leading a dynamic team to optimize inventory, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure timely delivery in a fast-paced manufacturing environm...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $102K *

Engage with top brands to create innovative experiential activations. Manage multiple projects from ideation to execution, collaborating with teams and clients to exceed expectations in a fast-paced e...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$109K - $150K *

Lead and optimize operations at a medical device manufacturing site, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve production goals while fostering a culture of c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.