What are the main factors that influence a Manufacturing Specialist'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 Manufacturing Specialist?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Manufacturing Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Manufacturing Specialist's salary?

A Manufacturing Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Production Technician I (0-1 years)earns $42,392, a Manufacturing Specialist (1-3 years)earns $54,199, a Production Technician III (3-5 years)earns $60,517, a Production Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $66,823, a Production Team Leader (7+ years)earns $64,238,

What are the highest paying states for a Manufacturing Specialist?

Manufacturing Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Manufacturing Specialist roles are District of Columbia $59,656, California $59,430, Massachusetts $58,638. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Manufacturing Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Manufacturing Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Manufacturing Operations Specialist: $157,739; Lean Manufacturing Specialist V: $143,051; Lean Manufacturing Specialist IV: $127,760; Specialist/Lead Manufacturing Engineer: $125,900; Lean Manufacturing Specialist III: $116,464.

Manufacturing Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Manufacturing Specialist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manufacturing Specialist in Delaware is $54,564 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,067
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,449 to $59,539
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,791

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Manufacturing Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,539	$4,962	$1,145	$29
Average	$54,564	$4,547	$1,049	$26
25th Percentile	$49,449	$4,121	$951	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Manufacturing Specialist Salaries

A Manufacturing Specialist'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 Manufacturing Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manufacturing Specialist'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $42,392
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,199
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,517
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,823
Expert (over 8 years): $64,238

Levels	Salary
Productio... Level Manufacturing Specialist	$42,392
Manufactu... Level Manufacturing Specialist	$54,199
Productio... Level Manufacturing Specialist	$60,517
Productio... Level Manufacturing Specialist	$66,823
Productio... Level Manufacturing Specialist	$64,238

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How Do Manufacturing Specialist 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 Manufacturing Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,656.
California: $59,430.
Massachusetts: $58,638.

District of Columbia $59,656 California $59,430 Massachusetts $58,638 Washington $58,422 New Jersey $58,401 Alaska $58,325 Connecticut $57,582 New York $57,280

Hawaii $56,315 Rhode Island $55,863 Maryland $55,556 Minnesota $55,135 Colorado $54,974 Illinois $54,920 Oregon $54,715 Delaware $54,564

New Hampshire $54,469 Virginia $54,257 Pennsylvania $53,638 Nevada $53,325 North Dakota $53,223 Michigan $53,061 Wisconsin $53,002 Vermont $52,883

Texas $52,555 Maine $52,533 Arizona $52,501 Ohio $52,463 Georgia $51,967 Indiana $51,719 Wyoming $51,671 Utah $51,595

Iowa $51,563 Kansas $51,305 Louisiana $51,229 North Carolina $51,202 Missouri $51,191 Florida $50,981 Montana $50,868 Nebraska $50,760

Kentucky $50,701 South Carolina $50,486 Tennessee $50,351 Idaho $50,297 New Mexico $49,904 Oklahoma $49,817 Alabama $49,500 South Dakota $48,966

Arkansas $48,675 West Virginia $48,519 Mississippi $48,050

Top Paying Cities for Manufacturing Specialists

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: $54,319
Little Creek: $54,716
Magnolia: $54,638

Lincoln, DE $54,319 Little Creek, DE $54,716 Magnolia, DE $54,638 Milford, DE $54,457 Marydel, DE $54,546 Millsboro, DE $54,091 Millville, DE $54,174 Milton, DE $54,268

Nassau, DE $54,307 Ocean View, DE $54,165 Rehoboth Beach, DE $54,269 Seaford, DE $54,300 Selbyville, DE $54,075 Smyrna, DE $54,754 Viola, DE $54,502 Woodside, DE $54,648

Bear, DE $54,522 Newark, DE $54,502 Claymont, DE $54,613 Delaware City, DE $54,556 Hockessin, DE $54,497 Kirkwood, DE $54,546 Middletown, DE $54,567 Montchanin, DE $54,509

New Castle, DE $54,517 Odessa, DE $54,594 Port Penn, DE $54,631 Rockland, DE $54,515 Saint Georges, DE $54,550 Townsend, DE $54,634 Winterthur, DE $54,521 Lewes, DE $54,289

Wilmington, DE $54,500 Dover, DE $54,716 Dover Afb, DE $54,428 Bethany Beach, DE $54,108 Bethel, DE $54,164 Bridgeville, DE $54,292 Camden Wyoming, DE $54,562 Cheswold, DE $54,698

Clayton, DE $54,700 Dagsboro, DE $54,070 Delmar, DE $53,983 Ellendale, DE $54,147 Felton, DE $54,452 Fenwick Island, DE $54,082 Frankford, DE $53,988 Frederica, DE $54,506

Georgetown, DE $54,050 Greenwood, DE $54,300 Harbeson, DE $54,107 Harrington, DE $54,383 Hartly, DE $54,552 Houston, DE $54,306 Kenton, DE $54,703 Laurel, DE $54,017

Yorklyn, DE $54,513

Manufacturing Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Manufacturing Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Manufacturing Specialist positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Manufacturing Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Manufacturing Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$70,934	$34.0	30%
Financial Services	$68,205	$33.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$62,749	$30.0	15%
Insurance	$60,021	$29.0	10%
Business Services	$57,292	$28.0	5%

Manufacturing Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manufacturing Specialist'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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$49,449

Average $54,564/year

$59,539

$4,121

Average $4,547/month

$4,962

$951

Average $1,049/week

$1,145

$24

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,539	$4,962	$1,145	$29
Average	$54,564	$4,547	$1,049	$26
25th Percentile	$49,449	$4,121	$951	$24

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