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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$70K - $100K *

Join our team as a Project Manager, where you'll collaborate with Sales Engineers to deliver tailored HVAC solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction while managing project details and timelines effect...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing commercial HVAC projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with sales, oversee site assessments, and ensure project execution meets quality and financial goals...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing client relationships and integrated campaigns, ensuring strategic alignment and exceptional execution across diverse advertising channels to drive business growth and creat...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $110K *

Empower clients by managing their eCommerce strategies on Amazon, driving product optimization, and enhancing catalog performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver tailored solutions and achie...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $150K *

Champion strategic direction and team excellence in social media buying. Drive business growth, oversee media execution, and mentor high-performing teams while maintaining deep industry expertise and...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Drive commercial growth and performance across the Americas, leading a diverse team to enhance customer relationships, optimize product launches, and execute strategic initiatives for sustained profit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$139K - $192K *

Accelerate progress at North American Distribution Operations by leading strategic initiatives in multi-site distribution centers. Drive operational excellence through innovation, analytics, and colla...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $155K *

Elevate digital innovation as a leader in strategy, growth, and client relationships. Shape comprehensive campaigns across channels, leveraging enterprise technology insights to drive measurable busin...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $155K *

Lead the charge in shaping and scaling transformative digital strategies while driving business growth, overseeing high-profile campaigns, and elevating client relationships within the tech industry...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform project delivery by leading the implementation of a comprehensive solution for waiver registries and case management, ensuring seamless integration and compliance for over 35,000 individuals...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality media technology projects. As a senior project manager, you'll oversee project lifecycles, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and cli...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth by leading the sales cycle for enterprise solutions, engaging legal professionals from major law firms. Build robust relationships, manage multi-stakeholder deals, and drive revenue...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative packaging strategies that enhance product quality, sustainability, and consumer experience while collaborating across teams to drive new ideas and optimize per...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $175K *

Lead the charge in shaping impactful projects while fostering an inclusive team culture. Collaborate with diverse professionals to deliver high-quality, equity-centered solutions that transform commun...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations to achieve production, quality, and safety goals while fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring compliance with industry standards...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Transform the design engineering landscape by leading a talented team, ensuring high-quality project delivery, and collaborating across departments to meet strategic goals and customer needs in a dyna...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $109K *

Transform production operations by leading teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and develop associates' skills to ensure optimal performance and m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Advance enterprise innovation by leading a collaborative strategy that transforms insights into measurable growth, fostering cross-segment collaboration and foresight to drive long-term opportunities...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading digital storytelling initiatives that enhance brand visibility through compelling visual narratives. Drive creative direction across multimedia projects while collaborating...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Optimize production efficiency and safety across multiple manufacturing sites, leading teams to meet performance standards and compliance while driving continuous improvement and operational excellenc...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $121K *

Empower our production team to achieve excellence in quality and safety. Oversee manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with standards while fostering a positive work environment. Drive efficie...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$143K - $192K *

Unlock potential by leading technology business operations strategy, enhancing software capitalization, and driving cross-functional collaboration to optimize resource planning and investment decision...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$77K - $107K *

Accelerate progress at our Production Department by leading a diverse team, optimizing processes, and ensuring high-quality standards. Drive growth and profitability while fostering a collaborative cu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize large, multidiscipline projects from initiation to close-out, mentoring teams and ensuring deliverables meet budget and schedule. Foster client relations and drive innovative technol...

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage production operations, ensuring efficiency and quality while driving continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes, allocate resources, and meet production goals in a dyn...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.