Production Shift Leader Salary in the United States

How much does a Production Shift Leader make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Production Shift Leader in the United States is $117,480 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $145,501
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,470 to $132,147
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,804
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Production Shift Leader Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $132,147 $11,012 $2,541 $64
Average $117,480 $9,790 $2,259 $56
25th Percentile $102,470 $8,539 $1,971 $49
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Key Factors That Influence Production Shift Leader Salaries

A Production Shift Leader'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 Shift Leader Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Production Shift Leader'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): $81,442
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $94,900
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,401
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $82,209
  • Expert (over 8 years): $96,652
Levels Salary
Productio... Level Production Shift Leader$81,442
Productio... Level Production Shift Leader$94,900
Productio... Level Production Shift Leader$116,401
Productio... Level Production Shift Leader$82,209
Productio... Level Production Shift Leader$96,652
$81,442 0 yr
$94,900 < 2 yrs
$116,401 2-4 yrs
$82,209 5-8 yrs
$96,652 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Production Shift Leaders

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: $148,178
  • San Francisco: $146,721
  • Oakland: $143,467

Production Shift Leader Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Production Shift Leader'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 April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Production Shift Leader

Salaries for a Production Shift Leader can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $109,734 in 2023 to around $103,703 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Production Shift Leader salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Production Shift Leader Over Time

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