What are the main factors that influence a Machine Operator Manager's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Machine Operator Manager?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Machine Operator Manager roles, with salaries approximately 12% above the market median.

How does experience change A Machine Operator Manager's salary?

A Machine Operator Manager's salary grows with experience: a Machine Operator Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $81,563, a Machine Operator Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $88,846, a Machine Operator Manager (5+ years)earns $102,011, a Machine Operator Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $137,263,

What are the highest paying states for a Machine Operator Manager?

Machine Operator Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Machine Operator Manager roles are District of Columbia $111,530, California $111,107, Massachusetts $109,627. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Machine Operator Manager roles make?

Salaries for Machine Operator Manager level roles vary by specialization: Senior Machine Operator: $51,600; Paving Machine Operator: $47,401; Intermediate Machine Operator: $45,500; Finishing Machine Operator: $39,803; Machine Support Operator: $39,802.

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Machine Operator Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Machine Operator Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Machine Operator Manager in Delaware is $102,011 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $129,540
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,437 to $116,421
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $77,988

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Machine Operator Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,421	$9,702	$2,239	$56
Average	$102,011	$8,501	$1,962	$49
25th Percentile	$89,437	$7,453	$1,720	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Machine Operator Manager Salaries

A Machine Operator 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 Machine Operator Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Machine Operator 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:

Machine Operator Supervisor (0-3 years): $81,563
Machine Operator Senior Supervisor (3-5 years): $88,846
Machine Operator Manager (5+ years): $102,011
Machine Operator Senior Manager (5+ years): $137,263

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Machine Operator Supervisor	0-3 years	$81,563
Machine Operator Senior Supervisor	3-5 years	$88,846
Machine Operator Manager	5+ years	$102,011
Machine Operator Senior Manager	5+ years	$137,263

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How Do Machine Operator 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 Machine Operator Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $111,530.
California: $111,107.
Massachusetts: $109,627.

District of Columbia $111,530 California $111,107 Massachusetts $109,627 Washington $109,224 New Jersey $109,183 Alaska $109,042 Connecticut $107,652 New York $107,088

Hawaii $105,285 Rhode Island $104,439 Maryland $103,865 Minnesota $103,079 Colorado $102,777 Illinois $102,676 Oregon $102,293 Delaware $102,011

New Hampshire $101,834 Virginia $101,437 Pennsylvania $100,279 Nevada $99,694 North Dakota $99,503 Michigan $99,201 Wisconsin $99,090 Vermont $98,868

Texas $98,254 Maine $98,214 Arizona $98,153 Ohio $98,083 Georgia $97,156 Indiana $96,693 Wyoming $96,602 Utah $96,461

Iowa $96,401 Kansas $95,917 Louisiana $95,776 North Carolina $95,726 Missouri $95,705 Florida $95,313 Montana $95,101 Nebraska $94,900

Kentucky $94,789 South Carolina $94,386 Tennessee $94,134 Idaho $94,033 New Mexico $93,298 Oklahoma $93,137 Alabama $92,542 South Dakota $91,545

Arkansas $91,001 West Virginia $90,709 Mississippi $89,833

Top Paying Cities for Machine Operator 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: $101,552
Little Creek: $102,295
Magnolia: $102,148

Lincoln, DE $101,552 Little Creek, DE $102,295 Magnolia, DE $102,148 Milford, DE $101,810 Marydel, DE $101,977 Millsboro, DE $101,126 Millville, DE $101,282 Milton, DE $101,457

Nassau, DE $101,531 Ocean View, DE $101,265 Rehoboth Beach, DE $101,459 Seaford, DE $101,517 Selbyville, DE $101,097 Smyrna, DE $102,366 Viola, DE $101,894 Woodside, DE $102,168

Bear, DE $101,933 Newark, DE $101,894 Claymont, DE $102,103 Delaware City, DE $101,996 Hockessin, DE $101,885 Kirkwood, DE $101,977 Middletown, DE $102,016 Montchanin, DE $101,909

New Castle, DE $101,924 Odessa, DE $102,067 Port Penn, DE $102,135 Rockland, DE $101,919 Saint Georges, DE $101,984 Townsend, DE $102,141 Winterthur, DE $101,931 Lewes, DE $101,497

Wilmington, DE $101,890 Dover, DE $102,295 Dover Afb, DE $101,756 Bethany Beach, DE $101,158 Bethel, DE $101,263 Bridgeville, DE $101,502 Camden Wyoming, DE $102,007 Cheswold, DE $102,262

Clayton, DE $102,265 Dagsboro, DE $101,088 Delmar, DE $100,925 Ellendale, DE $101,232 Felton, DE $101,802 Fenwick Island, DE $101,110 Frankford, DE $100,933 Frederica, DE $101,903

Georgetown, DE $101,049 Greenwood, DE $101,518 Harbeson, DE $101,157 Harrington, DE $101,673 Hartly, DE $101,989 Houston, DE $101,528 Kenton, DE $102,270 Laurel, DE $100,989

Yorklyn, DE $101,916

Machine Operator Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Machine Operator Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $114,099. While startup companies pay approximate $96,494.

Machine Operator Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$96,494
Growth Stage	51~500	$102,057
Established	501~5000	$110,184
Enterprise	5000+	$114,099

Machine Operator Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Machine Operator Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 27% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 12% above the average. In contrast, Machine Operator Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Machine Operator Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Machine Operator Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$114,253	$55.0	12%
Pharmaceuticals	$113,233	$54.0	11%
Construction	$112,212	$54.0	10%
MFG Durable	$110,172	$53.0	8%
Energy & Utilities	$109,152	$52.0	7%

Machine Operator Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Machine Operator 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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$89,437

Average $102,011/year

$116,421

$7,453

Average $8,501/month

$9,702

$1,720

Average $1,962/week

$2,239

$43

Average $49/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,421	$9,702	$2,239	$56
Average	$102,011	$8,501	$1,962	$49
25th Percentile	$89,437	$7,453	$1,720	$43

Machine Operator Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Machine Operator Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Machine Operator Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $137,263 - a projected growth of 35% over your current level.

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