What are the main factors that influence a Production Control 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 Production Control Specialist?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Production Control Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Production Control Specialist's salary?

A Production Control Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Production Control Specialist (0-2 years)earns $64,955, a Production Scheduler II (2-4 years)earns $77,166, a Production Scheduler III (4-7 years)earns $93,808, a Production Scheduler IV (7+ years)earns $109,967, a Production Scheduler Supervisor (7+ years)earns $95,704,

What are the highest paying states for a Production Control Specialist?

Production Control Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Production Control Specialist roles are District of Columbia $71,625, California $71,353, Massachusetts $70,402. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Production Control Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Production Control Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Production Control Director: $197,272; IT Production Control Manager: $135,782; Production Control Manager: $117,290; Production Control Operations Analyst IV: $113,500; Production Control Analyst IV: $113,470.

Production Control Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Production Control Specialist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Production Control Specialist in Delaware is $65,512 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,975
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,504 to $73,083
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,303

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Production Control Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,083	$6,090	$1,405	$35
Average	$65,512	$5,459	$1,260	$31
25th Percentile	$56,504	$4,709	$1,087	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Production Control Specialist Salaries

A Production Control 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 Production Control Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Production Control 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): $64,955
Early Career (1-2 years): $77,166
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,808
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $109,967
Expert (over 8 years): $95,704

Levels	Salary
Productio... Level Production Control Specialist	$64,955
Productio... Level Production Control Specialist	$77,166
Productio... Level Production Control Specialist	$93,808
Productio... Level Production Control Specialist	$109,967
Productio... Level Production Control Specialist	$95,704

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

District of Columbia: $71,625.
California: $71,353.
Massachusetts: $70,402.

District of Columbia $71,625 California $71,353 Massachusetts $70,402 Washington $70,144 New Jersey $70,118 Alaska $70,027 Connecticut $69,135 New York $68,772

Hawaii $67,614 Rhode Island $67,071 Maryland $66,702 Minnesota $66,198 Colorado $66,004 Illinois $65,939 Oregon $65,693 Delaware $65,512

New Hampshire $65,398 Virginia $65,143 Pennsylvania $64,399 Nevada $64,024 North Dakota $63,901 Michigan $63,707 Wisconsin $63,636 Vermont $63,494

Texas $63,099 Maine $63,073 Arizona $63,034 Ohio $62,989 Georgia $62,394 Indiana $62,096 Wyoming $62,038 Utah $61,947

Iowa $61,909 Kansas $61,598 Louisiana $61,508 North Carolina $61,475 Missouri $61,462 Florida $61,210 Montana $61,074 Nebraska $60,945

Kentucky $60,874 South Carolina $60,615 Tennessee $60,453 Idaho $60,388 New Mexico $59,916 Oklahoma $59,813 Alabama $59,431 South Dakota $58,791

Arkansas $58,441 West Virginia $58,254 Mississippi $57,691

Top Paying Cities for Production Control 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: $65,217
Little Creek: $65,694
Magnolia: $65,600

Lincoln, DE $65,217 Little Creek, DE $65,694 Magnolia, DE $65,600 Milford, DE $65,382 Marydel, DE $65,490 Millsboro, DE $64,943 Millville, DE $65,044 Milton, DE $65,156

Nassau, DE $65,203 Ocean View, DE $65,033 Rehoboth Beach, DE $65,157 Seaford, DE $65,194 Selbyville, DE $64,924 Smyrna, DE $65,740 Viola, DE $65,437 Woodside, DE $65,613

Bear, DE $65,461 Newark, DE $65,437 Claymont, DE $65,571 Delaware City, DE $65,502 Hockessin, DE $65,431 Kirkwood, DE $65,490 Middletown, DE $65,515 Montchanin, DE $65,446

New Castle, DE $65,456 Odessa, DE $65,547 Port Penn, DE $65,591 Rockland, DE $65,452 Saint Georges, DE $65,494 Townsend, DE $65,595 Winterthur, DE $65,460 Lewes, DE $65,181

Wilmington, DE $65,434 Dover, DE $65,694 Dover Afb, DE $65,348 Bethany Beach, DE $64,964 Bethel, DE $65,031 Bridgeville, DE $65,185 Camden Wyoming, DE $65,509 Cheswold, DE $65,673

Clayton, DE $65,675 Dagsboro, DE $64,919 Delmar, DE $64,815 Ellendale, DE $65,011 Felton, DE $65,377 Fenwick Island, DE $64,933 Frankford, DE $64,820 Frederica, DE $65,442

Georgetown, DE $64,894 Greenwood, DE $65,195 Harbeson, DE $64,963 Harrington, DE $65,295 Hartly, DE $65,498 Houston, DE $65,201 Kenton, DE $65,678 Laurel, DE $64,855

Yorklyn, DE $65,450

Production Control Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Production Control Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Production Control Specialist positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Production Control Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Production Control Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$81,890	$39.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$78,614	$38.0	20%
Internet	$75,339	$36.0	15%
Biotechnology	$72,063	$35.0	10%
Insurance	$72,063	$35.0	10%

Production Control Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Production Control 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$56,504

Average $65,512/year

$73,083

$4,709

Average $5,459/month

$6,090

$1,087

Average $1,260/week

$1,405

$27

Average $31/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,083	$6,090	$1,405	$35
Average	$65,512	$5,459	$1,260	$31
25th Percentile	$56,504	$4,709	$1,087	$27

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