Plant Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Metem PA Plant Manager

  • Allentown, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 1 day ago

What impact you'll make The Plant Manager will provide leadership to the production organizations in the Allentown factory to meet customer requirements for safety, quality, delivery, and cost....

Operations Manager

  • Beaver, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Beaver, PA
  • 2 days ago

Eaton's Power Components Division is currently seeking an Operations Manager. This is an on-site position based at our Beaver, PA facility. Relocation assistance will be provided to candidates...

Manufacturing Manager

  • Horsham, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Horsham, PA
  • 3 days ago

Collaborate with industrial engineering to implement lean manufacturing techniques and automation where appropriate....

Plant Manager, Lake Erie Gen - AFF

  • Nanticoke, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Nanticoke, PA
  • 3 days ago

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer's homes and Michigan's progress for more than a century. And as Michigan's...

Senior Operations Manager

  • York, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • York, PA
  • 4 days ago

The Operations Manager will lead all lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives for their functional area....

Manufacturing Operations Coordinator

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago

Overview The Manufacturing Operations Coordinator is responsible for coordinating manufacturing activities for those who produce and support the manufacture of Master and Working Cell Banks, Cell...

Plant Manager

  • North East, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • North East, PA
  • 4 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

  • Downingtown, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Downingtown, PA
  • 5 days ago

Ability to function as a strategic thinker without losing site of the critical details Experienced at applying the principles of lean manufacturing to improve key plant metrics via continuous improvement...

iManufacturing/Operations Manager, North America

  • Sandy Lake, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sandy Lake, PA
  • 5 days ago

Spang Power Electronics, a division of Spang & Company, has an excellent career opportunity for a **Manufacturing/Operations Manager, North America**, to oversee its **Mentor, OH,** and **Sandy...

Manufacturing/Operations Manager, North America

  • Sandy Lake, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sandy Lake, PA
  • 5 days ago

Sandy Lake, PA 1 DAYS AGO 21407778 Summary Sandy Lake, PA Competitive Salary 10 Years Experience Bachelor's degree No Commisssion 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time Description Spang...

Plant Manager

  • North East, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • North East, PA
  • 6 days ago

The Plant Manager manages, directs and coordinates overall plant operations and budget while providing coaching and leadership to team members in the areas of employee engagement, human and food safety...

Plant Manager

  • Hanover, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Hanover, PA
  • 6 days ago

Job Description Were looking for a dynamic Plant Manager to lead our Hanover, PA paper conversion manufacturing facility - part of our Protective Packaging division....

Operations Manager

  • Milton, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Milton, PA
  • 8 days ago

Ensure that all plant operations are conducted in a safe and controlled environment. Ensure all quality and regulatory standards, specifications, and policies are met....

Operations Manager- Bellefonte, PA

  • Bellefonte, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Bellefonte, PA
  • 8 days ago

This position requires in-role training at an operating site which will be up to 15 weeks in duration. This training will be located 50+ miles away from the home site location. All travel...

Regional Operations Manager GETR

  • Gettysburg, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Gettysburg, PA
  • 9 days ago

SUMMARY OF POSITION: This position provides complete managerial oversight for assigned areas of responsibility. A safety first mindset and a "lead from the front" approach to management are...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Plant Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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