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LanzaJet

Manager, Plant Operations

Soperton, GA · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

Soperton, GA 30457 Position Type: Full Time Manager, Plant Operations Location: Soperton, GA ... Minimum of 5 years of direct operational leadership in a 24/7 operating facility * Basic ...

Hot Dip Galvanizing Plant

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Plant Manager - Hot-Dip Galvanizing Operations

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

Plant Manager - Hot-Dip Galvanizing Operations Location: Confidential Relocation: Full relocation ... Candidates without direct galvanizing or metal coating experience will not be considered. * Non ...

Vidalia Valley

Plant Manager

Lyons, GA

$95K - $130K/yr

Direct plant operations for production, maintenance, quality, and receiving functions * Coordinate plant activities to ensure manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective ...

Hanline Group

Plant Manager

Lyons, GA · On-site

$95K/yr

Direct plant operations for production, maintenance, quality, and receiving functions * Coordinate plant activities to ensure manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective ...

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How much do director plant operations jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for director plant operations in Georgia is $114,508.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $169,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Plant Operations vs Plant Manager?

AspectDirector Plant OperationsPlant Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple plants or large operations, strategic planning, and high-level managementManages daily plant activities, production, and staff at a single facility
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or related field; extensive experienceUsually requires a bachelor's degree and experience in plant or production management
Work EnvironmentCorporate office and multiple plant sitesOn-site at the manufacturing plant
Industry UsageCommonly used in large manufacturing corporationsUsed across various manufacturing industries for operational leadership

The main difference between a Director of Plant Operations and a Plant Manager lies in scope and strategic focus. The Director oversees multiple plants and sets high-level policies, while the Plant Manager handles daily operations at a single plant. Both roles require relevant experience and industry knowledge, but the Director's role is more strategic and broad in scope.

What are the most commonly searched types of Plant Operations jobs in Georgia?

The most popular types of Plant Operations jobs in Georgia are:

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Infographic showing various Director Plant Operations job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,508 per year, or $55.1 per hour.

Director of Plant Operations

Staff Financial Group

Woodstock, GA

$150K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

We are a well-established manufacturer located in North Atlanta. We are looking for a Director of Plant Operations for our production to oversee elements of production, drive continuous improvement and optimize all processes. T

Who: well-established manufacturer of fiberglass products
What: Director of Plant Operations
When: Immediate Need
Where: Atlanta, GA - Relocation Available
Why: Growth
Salary: Up to $150k +/- plus bonus, excellent benefits

Overview:

The Director of Plant Operations will oversee all daily operations of the plant from production and manufacturing to ensuring policies and procedures are followed. They develop processes that will maximize stewardship, safety, quality, and productivity.

Director of Plant Operations

● Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers’ expectations of delivering high-quality on-time delivery product.

● Supporting the Owner’s vision.

● Ensuring staff working on processes are happy and operating efficiently. Supporting the values and the culture of the business.

● Share a trusting relationship with staff and recruit, manage and develop plant staff

● Be responsible for daily production scheduling, product quality, and on-time shipping

● Implement current warehouse management system (WMS) to optimize inventory control and scheduling. Utilize the WMS system to highly automate operations.

● Ensure safe operations and adherence to health and safety regulatory requirements.

● Supporting all functions of the business to work together.

● Increase production, assets capacity, and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards

● Monitor operations and trigger corrective actions

● Commit to plant safety procedures

● Address employees’ issues or grievances.

● Stay up to date with the latest production management best practices and concepts

● Oversees the daily activities of the plant operations.

● Develops and manages production schedules to meet internal volume, cost, and quality goals.

● Analyze production metrics and make recommendations for improvements and solutions to issues that are identified.

● Oversee staffing and development of all production supervisors and staff.

● Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments

Experience:

● BS in Industrial Engineering degree preferred.

● Some level of APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) certification

● Experience implemented a WMS - Warehouse Management System

● Experience setting up process flows that a barcode system can operate

● Experience managing the entire plant team of 13 people

● Scheduling experience

Base Salary up to $150k plus bonus and excellent benefits


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