Plant Manager Jobs in California

A Plant Manager in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of a manufacturing plant. This includes planning, organizing, directing and running optimum day-to-day operations to exceed customers' expectations, increasing production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards. They also have to ensure all employees follow industry standard health and safety guidelines. This role requires a deep understanding of the manufacturing process and the ability to successfully lead a team.

The important skills a Plant Manager should have include leadership, organization, analytical thinking, strong communication and interpersonal skills. They should also have knowledge of business and management principles, as well as safety, quality and productivity procedures. A bachelor's degree in industrial management, business administration or a related field is usually required, and some employers may prefer candidates with an MBA. Certifications in project management and lean manufacturing can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Plant Manager, a person may have roles such as Production Supervisor, Quality Control Manager, or Operations Manager, which provide valuable manufacturing experience and opportunities for leadership.

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Aggregate Plant Manager

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 4 hours ago

** The Aggregate Plant Manager works closely with front line supervisors and administrative personnel in overseeing the aggregate production plant, mining operations, material load-out, and overall...

Operations Manager

  • Orange, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Operations Manager - Precision Manufacturing | Hands-On Leadership Opportunity A well-established precision manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on, shop-floor-savvy Operations Manager to lead...

Director of Manufacturing

  • Mountain View, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Deep expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles, with a strong track record of driving continuous improvement and operational excellence....

Area Technical Operations Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 hours ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy...

Shift Supervisor, Manufacturing, 3rd Shift

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago

More than one million people in the United States today are fighting blood cancer. While a traditional allogeneic stem cell transplant has been the best hope for many, the transplant itself can...

Shift Supervisor, Manufacturing, 1st Shift

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago

More than one million people in the United States today are fighting blood cancer. While a traditional allogeneic stem cell transplant has been the best hope for many, the transplant itself can...

Shift Supervisor, Manufacturing, 2nd Shift

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago

More than one million people in the United States today are fighting blood cancer. While a traditional allogeneic stem cell transplant has been the best hope for many, the transplant itself can...

Operations Manager, Huntington Beach

  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

manufacturing principles, 5S, and process improvement Excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving skills Work Environment: Exposure to a fast-paced aerospace testing facility with a strong...

Plant Manager

  • Wilmington, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, CA
  • 1 day ago

Managers of the Production, Engineering, Materials Management, WCM, Quality, and HSE functions report directly to the Plant Manager....

Supervisor, Manufacturing - VAS

  • Glendale, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, CA
  • 1 day ago

Manufacturing) including 5S, standard work, work balance, and production flow....

Plant Manager in Training

  • Victorville, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Victorville, CA
  • 1 day ago

Attend national plant managers' meetings as required. Train to maintain communication within plant, region and company networks....

Operations Manager (Salary Range $115K-$145K) Job

  • Torrance, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 1 day ago

Acts as incident commander during plant emergencies if the Plant Manager and HES Specialist are unavailable....

Area Technical Operations Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNAs mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy...

Plant Manager - Pouch

  • Firebaugh, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Firebaugh, CA
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a Pouch Plant Manager to oversee and manage the day-to-day plant operations related to pouch manufacturing functions including manufacturing, quality assurance, sanitation, maintenance...

Operations Manufacturing Manager 3 (site ops manager)

  • Commerce, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Commerce, CA
  • 2 days ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work...

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Salary for Plant Manager Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Plant Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.2%
Master's Degree
21.6%
High School or GED
18.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
Associate's Degree
9.1%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Plant Managers in California
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%



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