Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. Salary in the United States

How much does a Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. in the United States is $135,550 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $65.

However, a Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr.'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $176,510
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $116,160 to $156,990
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,506
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Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $156,990 $13,083 $3,019 $75
Average $135,550 $11,296 $2,607 $65
25th Percentile $116,160 $9,680 $2,234 $56
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Key Factors That Influence Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. Salaries

A Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr.'s salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr.'s salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Production Machine Operations Supervisor (0-3 years): $80,540
  • Manufacturing Machine Operations Supervisor, Sr. (3-5 years): $87,732
  • Manufacturing Machine Operations Manager (5+ years): $100,732
  • Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. (5+ years): $135,542
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Production Machine Operations Supervisor0-3 years$80,540
Manufacturing Machine Operations Supervisor, Sr.3-5 years$87,732
Manufacturing Machine Operations Manager5+ years$100,732
Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr.5+ years$135,542
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Top Paying Cities for Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr.s

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $170,960
  • San Francisco: $169,090
  • Oakland: $165,530

Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $151,612. While startup companies pay approximate $128,218.

Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$128,218
Growth Stage51~500$135,611
Established501~5000$146,410
Enterprise5000+$151,612

Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr.

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$169,438$81.025%
Pharmaceuticals$169,438$81.025%
Biotechnology$162,660$78.020%
Internet$162,660$78.020%
Software & Networking$162,660$78.020%

Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr. Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Production Machine Operations Manager, Sr.'s annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$116,160
Average $135,550/year
$156,990
$9,680
Average $11,296/month
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$2,234
Average $2,607/week
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Average $65/hour
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75th Percentile $156,990 $13,083 $3,019 $75
Average $135,550 $11,296 $2,607 $65
25th Percentile $116,160 $9,680 $2,234 $56

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