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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$75K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing complex eCommerce media campaigns, driving client strategy, and optimizing performance on platforms like Amazon. Collaborate with clients to enhance their business growth t...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $230K *

Elevate operational effectiveness by analyzing user needs and mission requirements. Lead cyber operations within an OT/Cyber lab, ensuring alignment with Full Spectrum Cyber initiatives through resear...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive energy management initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites, optimizing procurement, reducing consumption, and evaluating alternative energy solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance su...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $215K *

Pioneer innovative digital engineering solutions that enhance project delivery, safety, and cost efficiency. Lead a high-performing team in integrating advanced technologies like AI and automation wit...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $194K *

Shape the future of digital solutions by leading technology delivery initiatives that enhance customer engagement and drive commercial growth across CRM and digital platforms, ensuring alignment with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to excellence in newsroom operations by driving editorial strategy, managing content across platforms, and collaborating with the team to deliver balanced and engaging news coverage in a dy...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading day-to-day functions and strategic initiatives. Drive production efficiency, manage P&L, and collaborate with senior leadership to achieve business goals and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Champion quality compliance initiatives and drive operational excellence by enhancing inspection readiness, regulatory strategy, and risk management programs. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure dat...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic projects, enhancing operational efficiency and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment. Your leadership will shape the future...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects within manufacturing operations, ensuring effective order execution and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project suc...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $169K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and coordinate complex research projects, ensuring effective management of clinical trials and laboratory activities while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $191K *

Drive the European portfolio strategy and lifecycle management for HVAC products. Lead a diverse team, collaborate with R&D, and translate market insights into innovative product strategies while ensu...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $191K *

Shape the future of HVAC solutions by leading a dynamic team across Europe, driving product strategy, and influencing innovation through strong stakeholder relationships and market insights...

5 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Drive revenue growth by managing strategic accounts and leading complex sales cycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful deployments and build scalable sales processes as the...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive revenue growth by managing strategic accounts and leading complex sales cycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and build scalable processes as the organi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $100K *

Empower project success by leading complex customer initiatives from kickoff to delivery. Collaborate across teams to ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget while fostering strong customer r...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $130K *

Elevate financial performance by managing plant reporting and P&L for multiple facilities. Collaborate with management to identify profitability improvements and ensure compliance with accounting prin...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $130K *

Optimize financial performance as you manage plant reporting and P&L for multiple facilities. Collaborate with management to enhance profitability, ensure compliance, and drive strategic initiatives t...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $130K *

Unlock financial excellence by managing plant reporting and P&L for multiple facilities. Collaborate with operations and management to enhance profitability and ensure compliance with accounting stand...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $130K *

Optimize financial performance by managing plant reporting, budgets, and compliance. Collaborate with operations and management to enhance profitability and ensure adherence to accounting principles a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $130K *

Optimize financial performance by managing plant reporting, budgets, and compliance. Collaborate with operations and management to enhance profitability and ensure adherence to accounting principles a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of multimodal transit planning by driving product vision and execution. Lead the transition to data-driven operations, enhancing service efficiency and rider experience while collabor...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$200K - $250K *

Drive the vision for a multimodal transit planning platform, optimizing operations and enhancing rider experiences through data-driven scheduling and seamless integration of planning and execution...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by driving high-impact motion graphics and video content across diverse campaigns while collaborating with a passionate creative team dedicated to innovation and brand excellence in a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Tackle strategic operations for our Product & Engineering teams, enhancing methodologies, traceability, and executive visibility. Lead process improvements while managing a direct report, ensuring han...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.