Plant Manager Jobs in Georgia

Plant Manager jobs in Georgia are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in food and beverage processing, automotive manufacturing, chemical production, and building materials across a seniority range from production supervisor to multi-site director. Atlanta, Savannah, and Columbus lead hiring volume, with well-established employers like Gulfstream Aerospace, Mohawk Industries, and Coca-Cola Consolidated maintaining deep plant operations throughout the state. The most sought-after specializations include lean manufacturing leadership, continuous improvement, and supply chain-integrated operations management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles49
Top employerUNIVERSAL STEEL
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Cities hiring32
Work type83% On-site
Top industryChemicals

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Plant HR Manager
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Plant HR Manager
Medline Industries
Lithia Springs, Georgia
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$101k - $152k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Plant Manager
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Plant Manager
Mix 30
Quitman, Georgia
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
$55k - $65k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree

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Plant Manager
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Plant Manager
Radius Recycling
Lithonia, Georgia
Business Operations
Consulting & Professional Services
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
1,001-5,000

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Senior Plant Manager - Peach Tree City, GA
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Senior Plant Manager - Peach Tree City, GA
Saint-Gobain
Peachtree City, Georgia
Logistics & Fleet Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
Remote (US)
Master's degree in business

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Plant Operations Manager, Precision Metalforming
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Plant Operations Manager, Precision Metalforming
Phoenix Stamping Group
Atlanta, Georgia
Account Management
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$115k - $160k/yr
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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Plant Manager Jobs by City in Georgia

Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Atlanta
8 jobs
Lithonia
4 jobs
Gainesville
3 jobs
Albany
2 jobs
Newnan
2 jobs
Augusta
2 jobs
Thomson
2 jobs
Columbus
2 jobs
Athens
1 job

Plant Manager Job Market in Georgia

A snapshot from current Georgia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

UNIVERSAL STEEL2 open roles
GOLD CREEK FOODS2 open roles
Phoenix Stamping2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Georgia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in plant manager jobs across Georgia.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, or a related technical field
  • Five or more years of progressive manufacturing or production management experience
  • Demonstrated experience leading lean manufacturing or Six Sigma process improvement initiatives
  • Proven ability to manage P&L, budgets, and cost reduction across plant operations
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards and Georgia workplace compliance requirements
  • Experience coordinating with supply chain, logistics, and quality assurance teams

Plant Manager Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a plant manager in Georgia?

The most direct path is earning a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing management, or operations, then building experience in supervisory roles on the plant floor. Georgia does not require a state-issued license to work as a plant manager, but employers strongly favor candidates with a Lean Six Sigma certification and familiarity with Georgia's key industries such as automotive, food processing, and chemical manufacturing. Moving up through production supervisor or operations manager roles at Georgia facilities is the typical progression.

How much do plant managers make in Georgia?

Plant managers in Georgia earn a median of about $127,820 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $75,720 for the lowest 10% to over $194,480 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire plant managers in Georgia?

Employers hiring plant managers in Georgia right now include UNIVERSAL STEEL, GOLD CREEK FOODS, and Phoenix Stamping, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Georgia's concentration of automotive suppliers, food and beverage processors, and specialty chemical plants means demand is distributed across both metro Atlanta and major industrial corridors in Middle and South Georgia.

Which Georgia cities have the most plant manager jobs?

Atlanta, Lithonia, and Gainesville have the most plant manager openings in Georgia. Atlanta anchors the market through its concentration of regional distribution centers and consumer goods manufacturers, while Savannah's port-driven industrial growth supports a growing cluster of logistics and manufacturing plants, and Columbus draws openings from Aflac's operations and Pratt and Whitney's manufacturing presence.

Are there remote plant manager jobs in Georgia?

Yes, but they're rare. About 17% of plant manager openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that plant manager work is fundamentally tied to a physical facility. The portions of the role most amenable to remote work are administrative tasks such as reporting, scheduling, and vendor coordination rather than direct floor supervision.

How can I get hired as a plant manager in Georgia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing a production supervisor or shift lead role at a Georgia manufacturing facility and building a record of measurable results before moving into plant management. Large Georgia employers such as Novelis, Graphic Packaging, and Shaw Industries regularly hire supervisors from within and through associate programs. Earning a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt credential sharpens your profile considerably. Starting in quality assurance, industrial engineering, or continuous improvement roles at a Georgia plant is another common bridge into management.

Where can I find and apply to plant manager jobs in Georgia?

You can find and apply to plant manager jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings across industries and metro areas. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.

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