Plant Manager Jobs in Louisiana

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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Survey Senior Operations Manager

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 4 days ago

Company Profile As one of the largest providers of Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), Oceaneering offers cost-effective, innovative solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. With...

Plant Manager II

  • Oak Grove, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Oak Grove, LA
  • 4 days ago

Effective Plant Managers prioritize safety, build trust, and communicate effectively with senior leaders....

Operations Manager

  • Simsboro, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Simsboro, LA
  • 4 days ago

skills Willingness to support a 24/7 operating environment, which may include weekend and holiday support as conditions require Good judgment and decision-making skills Application and knowledge of LEAN...

Plant Manager

  • Harvey, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Harvey, LA
  • 7 days ago

Position Description: The Plant Manager is responsible for assisting the Director of Plant Services in engineering, custodial, and minor maintenance at selected facilities as assigned by the Director...

Operations Manager

  • Convent, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Convent, LA
  • 8 days ago

Job Details Division: Nucor Steel Louisiana LLC Location: Convent, LA, United States Other Available Locations: any Nucor location Basic Job Functions: The Operations Manager is a key member of...

Operations Manager

  • LA
  • 9 days ago
  • LA
  • 9 days ago

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is looking for an Operations Manager to join their safety conscious team! This team member will plan, lead, organize and coordinate all duties associated...

Plant Manager

  • Broussard, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Broussard, LA
  • 10 days ago

Spherion has a Direct Hire opportunity for a Plant Manager for a chemical manufacturing facility in Broussard, LA....

Operations Manager

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 13 days ago

Job summary Our WW Operations network delivers millions of packages and smiles to Amazon customers every day. We are looking for motivated, customer-focused individuals who want to join our team...

Operations Manager

  • Broussard, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Broussard, LA
  • 16 days ago

Operations Manager HB Rentals Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Identify and coordinate operational requirements, mange these effectively to provide a timely, cost effective quality service;...

Operations Manager

  • Hammond, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • Hammond, LA
  • 18 days ago

Operations Manager Job Description: If you are a dynamic operations leader with a track record of delivering strong results, we have a great opportunity for you! The Operation Manager is...

Operations Manager

  • Slidell, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 19 days ago

Operations Manager Job Description: If you are a dynamic operations leader with a track record of delivering strong results, we have a great opportunity for you! The Operation Manager is...

Plant Manager Multi Site

  • Port Allen, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Port Allen, LA
  • 19 days ago

Qualifications A Bachelors Degree and/or related plant management experience; or equivalent combination of education and related plant management experience is required....

Plant Manager

  • Sulphur, LA
  • 24 days ago
  • Sulphur, LA
  • 24 days ago

Plant Manager Are you a thoughtful, solutions-driven leader who values safety, operational excellence, and empowering teams?...

Operations Manager

  • Covington, LA
  • 27 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 27 days ago

Operations Manager Job Description: If you are a dynamic operations leader with a track record of delivering strong results, we have a great opportunity for you! The Operation Manager is...

Operations Manager

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 28 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 28 days ago

Operations Manager Job Description: If you are a dynamic operations leader with a track record of delivering strong results, we have a great opportunity for you! The Operation Manager is...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

Moving to Louisiana? Find some basic demographic data about Louisiana below.


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Salary for Plant Manager Jobs in Louisiana

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 Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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