Plant Manager Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Plant Manager:

  • B.Sc degree in Business Management or related field
  • Proven work experience as a plant manager
  • Proven managerial experience
  • Adequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources)
  • Ability to create accountability and to lead by example
  • Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills
  • Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise
  • Be knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory and stewardship processes
  • Computer literacy

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Plant Manager skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Plant Manager roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.