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Sonata Longwood

Plant Operations Director

Longwood, FL · On-site

We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Director for our beautiful memory care ... Recruit, hire, train, schedule, coach, and evaluate Plant Operations and Housekeeping team members ...

Sonata Longwood

Plant Operations Director

Longwood, FL · On-site

We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Director for our beautiful memory care ... Recruit, hire, train, schedule, coach, and evaluate Plant Operations and Housekeeping team members ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Assistant Director

Newark, NJ · On-site

$95K - $135K/yr

Assistant Director Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr Department Name ... Plant Operations Req #: 0000231089 Status: Salaried Shift: Day Pay Range: $95,000.00 - $135,000.00 ...

Aalo Atomics

Plant Operations Director

Idaho Falls, ID · On-site

$350 - $550/hr

About the role The Plant Operations Director leads integrated operational execution and readiness for CTR, Aalo-0, and Aalo-X in Idaho Falls. This leader builds the operating organization ...

Aalo Atomic

Plant Operations Director

Idaho Falls, ID · On-site

$180 - $240/hr

About the role The Plant Operations Director leads integrated operational execution and readiness for CTR, Aalo-0, and Aalo-X in Idaho Falls. This leader builds the operating organization ...

Guida's Dairy

Director, Plant Manager

Winnsboro, TX · On-site

Direct and coordinate overall plant operations and priorities, and through managers, supervisors, and staff, ensure product is produced efficiently and within cost parameters. Provide work direction ...

Cold Steppe Inc.

Plant Operations Director

Stuttgart, AR · On-site

$140 - $210/hr

Plant Operations Director Cold Steppe Inc. Stuttgart, Arkansas, United States About this position About Cold Steppe Inc. Cold Steppe is building a biomass-to-biochar platform that turns agricultural ...

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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 the United States is $111,088.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,500.00 and $145,500.00 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.

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Infographic showing various Director Plant Operations job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,088 per year, or $53.4 per hour.

Plant Operations Director

University of Vermont Health

Middlebury, VT • On-site

$52.34 - $78.51/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Please submit cover letter and resume for consideration.
Job Summary:
The Plant Operations Director has overall departmental leadership responsibilities for building maintenance, Biomed and Hazardous Waste for all PMC locations and Helen Porter. The Plant Ops Director is responsible for the planning, organizing, directing and supervising assigned activities of the Engineering/Maintenance Department functions in maintaining the physical structures, Life Safety Codes, compliance with regulatory standards to include CMS, OSHA and standards for HVAC, medical equipment, electrical systems, utility systems and grounds of the hospital in an operative and safe working condition. Provides direction, coaching and performance management for the Plant Operations manager and technicians. Oversees all work provided by the Plant Operations department. Coordinates with other leaders across the organization and UVM Health Network to address and partner on all facility related projects, safety concerns and challenges. This position will also be a member of the University of Vermont Health Network Facilities Leadership Council.
Education:
• College education in maintenance, or Technical Education in a building trade with State licensure is preferred.
Experience:
  • 5 years of Facilities Management experience necessary. Healthcare facility experience preferred but not required.
  • Basic HVAC, electrical, plumbing, boilers, hazardous material and safety management experience required. Professional licensure required.
  • Thorough understanding of healthcare facility regulations preferred.
  • Excellent communication, team building skills with an ability to prioritize and multi-task.
  • Demonstrated knowledge, experience, and comfort with business strategy implementation, cost controls, productivity enhancement, and operating in a politically sensitive environment.

Incentives Available: Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for qualified candidates. Terms and eligibility apply.

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