Plant Manager Jobs in Kentucky
Plant Manager jobs in Kentucky are open across Lexington, Louisville, and Cromwell and other Kentucky metros, with employers like Ferrero, Atkore, and Heidelberg Materials Us, Inc. (Formerly Known As Lehigh Hanson, Inc.) hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Line of Business: Aggregates
About Us
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead day-to-day quarry operations to achieve safety, production, quality, and cost objectives
- Foster a strong safety culture by implementing and reinforcing policies, training, and best practices
- Drive operational excellence through planning, continuous improvement, and effective use of resources
- Develop, coach, and engage team members to build capability, accountability, and strong performance
- Collaborate with maintenance, sales, and regional leadership to meet business and customer needs
What Are We Looking For
- Proven experience managing aggregate plant or quarry operation, with full responsibility for safety, production, maintenance and workforce leadership in a heavy industrial environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety-first operating culture, with strong working knowledge or MSHA/OSHA regulation, hazard management, and proactive safety leadership within the plant. Experience with over burden removal and coal mining.
- Hands on expertise in aggregate production processes, including crushing, screening, material handling, loadout, and mobile equipment operations, with a focus on plant reliability and efficiency.
- Strong ability to lead, coach and develop plant level steams, including foreman and other plant personnel, while maintaining high expectations for performance, accountability and engagement.
- Computer skills and familiar with Microsoft Office Suite. SAP not required but a plus.
Work Environment
This position is based at an aggregate quarry site and involves regular time outdoors in varying weather conditions. The role requires visibility in operations, interaction with mobile equipment, and alignment with established safety standards and procedures.
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary $87,940-$117,247 and participation in our annual incentive plan
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
- Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
- Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
- Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled
Line of Business: Aggregates
About Us
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead day-to-day quarry operations to achieve safety, production, quality, and cost objectives
- Foster a strong safety culture by implementing and reinforcing policies, training, and best practices
- Drive operational excellence through planning, continuous improvement, and effective use of resources
- Develop, coach, and engage team members to build capability, accountability, and strong performance
- Collaborate with maintenance, sales, and regional leadership to meet business and customer needs
What Are We Looking For
- Proven experience managing aggregate plant or quarry operation, with full responsibility for safety, production, maintenance and workforce leadership in a heavy industrial environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety-first operating culture, with strong working knowledge or MSHA/OSHA regulation, hazard management, and proactive safety leadership within the plant. Experience with over burden removal and coal mining.
- Hands on expertise in aggregate production processes, including crushing, screening, material handling, loadout, and mobile equipment operations, with a focus on plant reliability and efficiency.
- Strong ability to lead, coach and develop plant level steams, including foreman and other plant personnel, while maintaining high expectations for performance, accountability and engagement.
- Computer skills and familiar with Microsoft Office Suite. SAP not required but a plus.
Work Environment
This position is based at an aggregate quarry site and involves regular time outdoors in varying weather conditions. The role requires visibility in operations, interaction with mobile equipment, and alignment with established safety standards and procedures.
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary $87,940-$117,247 and participation in our annual incentive plan
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
- Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
- Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
- Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled
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Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Plant Manager Job Market in Kentucky
A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Ferrero2
- Atkore1
- Heidelberg Materials Us, Inc. (Formerly Known As Lehigh Hanson, Inc.)1
- Perdue1
- Platt Architecture, P.A.1
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing3
- Chemicals & Materials1
- Construction & Real Estate1
- Electronics & Hardware1
- Food & Beverage1
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in plant manager jobs across Kentucky.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, or a related field
- 5 or more years of progressive manufacturing or operations leadership experience
- Demonstrated experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Proficiency with ERP or MES systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
- OSHA compliance knowledge and experience managing plant safety programs
- Proven ability to manage plant budgets, headcount, and production KPIs
Plant Manager Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How many plant manager jobs are there in Kentucky?
There are 7+ plant manager openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Lexington, Louisville, and Cromwell. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.
How much do plant managers make in Kentucky?
Plant managers in Kentucky earn a median of about $112,250 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $73,530 for the lowest 10% to over $187,950 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Kentucky cities have the most plant manager jobs?
Lexington, Louisville, and Cromwell have the most plant manager openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire plant managers in Kentucky?
Employers hiring plant managers in Kentucky include Ferrero, Atkore, and Heidelberg Materials Us, Inc. (Formerly Known As Lehigh Hanson, Inc.), based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote plant manager jobs in Kentucky?
Yes. About 0% of plant manager openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kentucky metros.
How do I apply for plant manager jobs in Kentucky?
You can apply to plant manager jobs in Kentucky directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Kentucky location, then apply to each one that fits.
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