What are the main factors that influence a Lean Manufacturing Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Lean Manufacturing Manager's salary?

A Lean Manufacturing Manager's salary grows with experience: a Lean Manufacturing Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $144,766, a Lean Manufacturing Supervisor (10+ years)earns $92,452, a Lean Manufacturing Manager (10+ years)earns $139,529, a Lean Manufacturing Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $152,354, a Lean Manufacturing Director (10+ years)earns $166,058,

What are the highest paying states for a Lean Manufacturing Manager?

Lean Manufacturing Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lean Manufacturing Manager roles are District of Columbia $152,549, California $151,970, Massachusetts $149,945. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lean Manufacturing Manager roles make?

Salaries for Lean Manufacturing Manager level roles vary by specialization: Lean Manufacturing Senior Manager: $150,443; Lean Manufacturing Practitioner V: $142,960; Lean Manufacturing Practitioner IV: $127,710; Lean Manufacturing Specialist IV: $127,707; Lean Manufacturing Practitioner III: $116,490.

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Lean Manufacturing Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lean Manufacturing Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lean Manufacturing Manager in Delaware is $139,529 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

However, a Lean Manufacturing Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $161,140
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $124,835 to $150,841
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,456

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Lean Manufacturing Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,841	$12,570	$2,901	$73
Average	$139,529	$11,627	$2,683	$67
25th Percentile	$124,835	$10,403	$2,401	$60

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Key Factors That Influence Lean Manufacturing Manager Salaries

A Lean Manufacturing Manager'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 Lean Manufacturing Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lean Manufacturing Manager'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:

Lean Manufacturing Specialist V (7-10 years): $144,766
Lean Manufacturing Supervisor (10+ years): $92,452
Lean Manufacturing Manager (10+ years): $139,529
Lean Manufacturing Senior Manager (10+ years): $152,354
Lean Manufacturing Director (10+ years): $166,058

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Lean Manufacturing Specialist V	7-10 years	$144,766
Lean Manufacturing Supervisor	10+ years	$92,452
Lean Manufacturing Manager	10+ years	$139,529
Lean Manufacturing Senior Manager	10+ years	$152,354
Lean Manufacturing Director	10+ years	$166,058

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How Do Lean Manufacturing Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Lean Manufacturing Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $152,549.
California: $151,970.
Massachusetts: $149,945.

District of Columbia $152,549 California $151,970 Massachusetts $149,945 Washington $149,394 New Jersey $149,339 Alaska $149,146 Connecticut $147,244 New York $146,473

Hawaii $144,007 Rhode Island $142,849 Maryland $142,064 Minnesota $140,989 Colorado $140,576 Illinois $140,438 Oregon $139,915 Delaware $139,529

New Hampshire $139,286 Virginia $138,743 Pennsylvania $137,159 Nevada $136,360 North Dakota $136,098 Michigan $135,685 Wisconsin $135,533 Vermont $135,230

Texas $134,390 Maine $134,335 Arizona $134,252 Ohio $134,155 Georgia $132,888 Indiana $132,254 Wyoming $132,130 Utah $131,937

Iowa $131,855 Kansas $131,193 Louisiana $131,000 North Carolina $130,931 Missouri $130,904 Florida $130,366 Montana $130,077 Nebraska $129,802

Kentucky $129,650 South Carolina $129,099 Tennessee $128,754 Idaho $128,617 New Mexico $127,611 Oklahoma $127,390 Alabama $126,578 South Dakota $125,214

Arkansas $124,470 West Virginia $124,070 Mississippi $122,871

Top Paying Cities for Lean Manufacturing Managers

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:

Lincoln: $144,406
Little Creek: $143,070
Magnolia: $143,662

Lincoln, DE $144,406 Little Creek, DE $143,070 Magnolia, DE $143,662 Milford, DE $144,406 Marydel, DE $142,532 Millsboro, DE $144,406 Millville, DE $145,371 Milton, DE $144,406

Nassau, DE $144,406 Ocean View, DE $145,371 Rehoboth Beach, DE $145,371 Seaford, DE $142,891 Selbyville, DE $145,371 Smyrna, DE $142,367 Viola, DE $143,662 Woodside, DE $143,249

Bear, DE $141,320 Newark, DE $141,375 Claymont, DE $141,485 Delaware City, DE $141,375 Hockessin, DE $141,485 Kirkwood, DE $141,375 Middletown, DE $142,078 Montchanin, DE $141,485

New Castle, DE $141,485 Odessa, DE $142,271 Port Penn, DE $140,989 Rockland, DE $141,485 Saint Georges, DE $141,375 Townsend, DE $142,064 Winterthur, DE $141,485 Lewes, DE $144,406

Wilmington, DE $141,485 Dover, DE $143,001 Dover Afb, DE $143,331 Bethany Beach, DE $145,371 Bethel, DE $142,891 Bridgeville, DE $144,406 Camden Wyoming, DE $143,152 Cheswold, DE $142,670

Clayton, DE $142,312 Dagsboro, DE $145,371 Delmar, DE $142,891 Ellendale, DE $144,406 Felton, DE $144,406 Fenwick Island, DE $145,371 Frankford, DE $145,371 Frederica, DE $144,406

Georgetown, DE $144,406 Greenwood, DE $144,406 Harbeson, DE $144,406 Harrington, DE $144,406 Hartly, DE $142,243 Houston, DE $144,406 Kenton, DE $142,312 Laurel, DE $142,891

Yorklyn, DE $141,485

Lean Manufacturing Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lean Manufacturing Manager'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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$124,835

Average $139,529/year

$150,841

$10,403

Average $11,627/month

$12,570

$2,401

Average $2,683/week

$2,901

$60

Average $67/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,841	$12,570	$2,901	$73
Average	$139,529	$11,627	$2,683	$67
25th Percentile	$124,835	$10,403	$2,401	$60

Lean Manufacturing Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Lean Manufacturing Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Lean Manufacturing Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $152,354 - a projected growth of 9% over your current level.

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