Industrial Engineering Operations Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Industrial Engineering Operations Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Industrial Engineering Operations Manager in the United States is $136,427 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

However, an Industrial Engineering Operations Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $158,244
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $125,901 to $147,847
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $116,318
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View as table View as graph 25% $125,901 10% $116,318 90% $158,244 75% $147,847 $136,427 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Industrial Engineering Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $147,847 $12,321 $2,843 $71
Average $136,427 $11,369 $2,624 $66
25th Percentile $125,901 $10,492 $2,421 $61
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Key Factors That Influence Industrial Engineering Operations Manager Salaries

An Industrial Engineering Operations 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 Industrial Engineering Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Industrial Engineering Operations 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $128,773
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $151,658
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $135,587
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $161,128
  • Expert (over 8 years): $168,038
Levels Salary
Industria... Level Industrial Engineering Operations Manager$128,773
Industria... Level Industrial Engineering Operations Manager$151,658
Industria... Level Industrial Engineering Operations Manager$135,587
Industria... Level Industrial Engineering Operations Manager$161,128
Industria... Level Industrial Engineering Operations Manager$168,038
$128,773 0 yr
$151,658 < 2 yrs
$135,587 2-4 yrs
$161,128 5-8 yrs
$168,038 > 8 yrs
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How Do Industrial Engineering Operations 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 Industrial Engineering Operations Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $151,052.
  • California: $150,479.
  • Massachusetts: $148,474.

Top Paying Cities for Industrial Engineering Operations 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:

  • San Jose: $172,075
  • San Francisco: $170,191
  • Oakland: $166,605

What Skills Can Increase an Industrial Engineering Operations Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Initiative (Mentioned in 4.86% Job Postings): Taking decisive action and initiating plans independently to address problems, improve professional life, and achieve goals.
  • Manufacturing Engineering (Mentioned in 2.27% Job Postings): Manufacturing Engineering is a branch of professional engineering that shares many common concepts and ideas with other fields of engineering such as mechanical, electrical and industrial engineering. Manufacturing engineering requires the ability to plan the practices of manufacturing; to research and to develop tools, processes, machines and equipment; and to integrate the facilities and systems for producing quality products with the optimum expenditure of capital. The manufacturing or production engineer's primary focus is to turn raw material into an updated or new product in the most effective, efficient & economic way possible.
  • Lean Six Sigma (Mentioned in 1.46% Job Postings): Applying the methods of Lean Six Sigma in reducing variation, waste, and cycle time to achieve customer satisfaction and bottom-line results.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Initiative 4.86%
Manufacturing Engineering 2.27%
Lean Six Sigma 1.46%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Industrial Engineering Operations Manager's salary.
  • Resource Management: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Process Mapping: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Resource Management
$155,527
14%
Process Mapping
$154,163
13%
Coaching
$150,070
10%
Manufacturing Processes
$148,705
9%
Manufacturing Engineering
$148,705
9%
Presentation
$147,341
8%
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Industrial Engineering Operations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Industrial Engineering Operations Manager 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 Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Industrial Engineering Operations Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Industrial Engineering Operations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Industrial Engineering Operations Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$170,534$82.025%
Energy & Utilities$156,891$75.015%
Internet$156,891$75.015%
Financial Services$150,070$72.010%
Insurance$150,070$72.010%

Industrial Engineering Operations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Industrial Engineering Operations 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Industrial Engineering Operations Manager

Salaries for an Industrial Engineering Operations Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $142,501 in 2023 to around $143,405 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Industrial Engineering Operations Manager salary trends, .

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FAQ about Industrial Engineering Operations Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Industrial Engineering Operations Manager?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Industrial Engineering Operations Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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